Black Panthers Video
Recommended for ages 12+
Estimated time: 60+ minutes
This video features Black Panther Party members and young activists, artists, poets, and community advocates answering questions and reflecting on the Black Panther Party legacy and how it resonates today. The video was originally created for the OMCA exhibition, All Power to the People: Black Panthers at 50 which was on view in 2017.
Today we invite you to watch the video and then use the questions in the video worksheet to reflect on the stories shared by Black Panther Party members, parallels to today, and to consider what it takes to create change in your community.
Looking for something shorter? Check out the All Power to the People video playlist on YouTube for bite-sized videos.
Think about…
- What role did Black Panther Party play in its community?
- What is your role in creating a more just society?
Video Worksheet
Other Resources
Black Panther syllabus from the Oakland Public Library: This syllabus includes suggested readings and multimedia resources for grades 3 to 5, 6 to 8, and 9 to 12.
The following websites offer extensive information on the Black Panther Party, its origins and enduring legacy:
Where do you see the legacy of the Black Panther Party? Share your thoughts using #OMCA, we want to hear!