Ripple of Hope

This film and website provide a great learning opportunity. It is designed to be used in college courses but it can also be used in high schools.

It is relevant for classes in African history, social studies, international relations, political science, civil rights and human rights. It is particularly useful for courses dealing with South African history and America's relationship with Africa and South Africa.

It will hopefully stimulate students to be interested in this important period in South African and American history and encourage efforts to understand the connections between the struggle for racial justice in the United States and South Africa, and America’s special relationship with South Africa.

Questions for class discussion and written answers:

After watching the film, students should spend some time going through the website. It will be helpful to read the background document, some of the media coverage, speeches and other background documents before answering the questions.

Those seeking more information and materials should consult the Resources section.

Click here to go the page with the questions for discussion and written answers.

Crossword Puzzle:
Some readers might choose to test their knowledge by doing the crossword puzzle.

Feedback:
We welcome any feedback about your experience using the film and website.
It will allow us to keep improving the website.

Please send your feedback as a Word document attachment to rfksa@optimum.net.