Join us to Discuss the State of Education: IHRA, CA Bill 1468, & Beyond

Join ADC Director of Education, Colette Cavanaugh, and Arab American Civic Council's Amin Nash, for a critical conversation on the state of education in California and beyond.

California Assembly Bill 1468, introduced by Assemblyman Rick Zbur (D-Los Angeles), seeks to redefine “ethnic studies” in California public schools. The introduction of this bill coincides with an alarming pattern of attacks on historical accuracy in K-12 schools and higher education institutions.

AB-1468 threatens to increase censorship of critical histories including Arab American, immigrant, and refugee experiences, under the guise of protecting students. The emergence of this bill follows a decision made by the State Board of Education in 2021 to eliminate Arab American Studies from California’s Ethnic Studies Model Curriculum because of pressure from Zionist organizations. The exclusion is appalling: California boasts the largest Arab American population and Arab Americans have stood in solidarity in civil rights struggles with various groups.

Many people are wondering what AB-1468 means for educators, students, and the future of ethnic studies curriculums surrounding Arab-American history. California has the opportunity to set a precedent for the rest of the country by including our stories in ethnic studies curriculums, ensuring that future generations of K-12 students are well-rounded, global citizens.

Don’t miss our live discussion on AB-1468 and the state of education March 31 at 6 PM PST on @ADCNational's Instagram Live.

We must oppose AB-1468 and protect the integrity of ethnic studies in California. Education should be a tool for understanding, not censorship.