The Mobile Museum of Tolerance, an initiative of the Simon Wiesenthal Center, is a state-of-the-art traveling museum dedicated to promoting human rights, diversity, and respect. Through interactive and engaging workshops, MMOT challenges participants to confront issues such as intolerance, hate, and discrimination, empowering them to be upstanders in their communities.
This is a big opportunity for our students, our community and our neighbors in Oakland, Berkeley and beyond to experience firsthand the impactful work the MMOT is doing to educate and inspire students throughout California. Piedmont middle and high school students will have scheduled visits on the bus while school is in session and we are excited to share that Monday – Wednesday evenings at 6pm and 7pm, greater community members will have the opportunity to experience the powerful workshops as well.
We would be honored if you could join us to experience the museum firsthand and witness the impact it has on students. There will be two different modules available: The Power of Ordinary People and Fact or Fiction.
Each session is one hour and can accommodate 30 people, so sign up quickly as we expect seats will go fast! Sessions are free.
The Power of Ordinary People – Grades 8-12 and older
Learning Objectives: This workshop helps participants understand the powerful roles individuals can play in either supporting or opposing hate and violence. This workshop equips participants to recognize their own capacity to be agents of change.
Fact or Fiction? (Digital Media Literacy Workshop) – Grades 9-12 and older
Learning Objectives: This workshop equips participants with skills to critically evaluate digital content for authenticity. This workshop empowers students to become discerning consumers of digital media.
More details about the MMOT modules can be found on the website (www.mmot.com).