The 1965 Freedom Rides
Students will study the Australian Freedom Rides, led by Charles Perkins, and their role in exposing racial discrimination in regional NSW.
Key Questions
- Analyze how the Australian Freedom Rides exposed systemic racism in rural communities.
- Compare the tactics and goals of the Australian Freedom Rides to their US counterparts.
- Evaluate the immediate impact of the Freedom Rides on public awareness and policy.
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