About Us
We help bystanders become upstanders through compelling documentary films and learning resources.
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A person who stands up, speaks out, and/or takes action in defense of those who are targeted for harm; one who aims to prevent or stop harm and/or injustice and transform situations where individuals or groups are mistreated; Can refer to situations defined by interpersonal, communal, social, and international disputes. ANTONYM: bystander
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A person who stands up, speaks out, and/or takes action in defense of those who are targeted for harm; one who aims to prevent or stop harm and/or injustice and transform situations where individuals or groups are mistreated; Can refer to situations defined by interpersonal, communal, social, and international disputes. ANTONYM: bystander
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WHO WE SERVE
We serve mass and targeted audiences by challenging indifference to injustice and raising awareness of the need for upstanders, especially among middle- and high-school educators and their students.
WHAT WE DOWith original documentaries, related learning resources, and educator workshops, the Upstander Project helps teachers and students become upstanders.
OUR GOALS- Overcome indifference to social injustice;
- Develop the skills of upstanders;
- Contribute to action-oriented campaigns in response to vital social issues.
We help bystanders become upstanders through compelling documentary films and learning resources.
<figure>“upstander, noun
A person who stands up, speaks out, and/or takes action in defense of those who are targeted for harm; one who…
A person who stands up, speaks out, and/or takes action in defense of those who are targeted for harm; one who…
Issue Areas Include
- Education
- Human Rights & Civil Liberties
- Media
- Race & Ethnicity
Location
- Boston, MA, United States
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