Explore
African Heritage and Indigenous histories across Rhode Island.
Community. Education. Legacy.
BirthRiteRI
Helping young people know their history and lead with purpose.
The program
History, opportunity, and a stronger sense of place.
BirthRiteRI is the Rhode Island Black Heritage Society's educational outreach program for high school juniors and seniors. Over two years, participants are guided through a rich and immersive exploration of career possibilities, adulting skills, and African Heritage and Indigenous histories.
The program helps students understand how the landscape, institutions, and folkways of African Heritage and Indigenous peoples were and are present in Rhode Island. It also helps participants apply that knowledge to the skills, resources, and acumen needed to thrive in today's world.
Community-based partners provide a glimpse into their communities through a service-provider lens. This program is free of charge to all participants.
Prepare
Career possibilities, practical adulting skills, and pathways forward.
Connect
Transformative experiences with community-based partners.
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