Ava Du Vernay’s powerful documentary “13th” argues that, although slavery was ostensibly abolished by the 13th Amendment, a clause in the amendment allowed a pernicious form of enslavement into American institutions. This loophole has since been wielded as a devastating political tool in the form of mass incarceration and criminalization.

We will view the film in three parts, and use a guided discussion format to reflect on and talk about each part. We also will discuss action steps. A light snack will be offered.