WGN People to People – Award Winning Documentary Highlights the Need for Black History in Schools

August 6, 2022 – Vanessa Wright, producer and director of “Sankofa Chicago” says the lack of accurate American History in U.S. schools adversely effects everyone, but has a particular impact on Black students and the Black community. After winning the award for “Best Educational Film” at the Cannes Film Festival, the documentary is now the lead piece in a series of films on the topic. Chicago area educator Deshaun Simmons lends his voice from the classroom experience and as a father himself. Find more information on the film and series at SankofaChicago.com.

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