“Youth always lead struggles for change. No revolution has ever happened without young people being in the forefront.” Angela Davis  Know Your Rights Camp created in 2015, but the first physical camp was launched in Oakland in 2016, as Colin Kaepernick began protesting police violence during the national anthem, The Star-Spangled Banner. Since then, the KYRC organization has grown into a global campaign committed to uplifting Black and Brown youth. Now nearing its tenth anniv

This immigration rights panel centers courage, clarity, and collective care in the face of fear. Led by human rights lawyer Amir Whitaker, advocates Diana Barbadillo, Iris J. Franco, and Farida Chehata explain how immigration status and protest activity intersect, emphasizing preparation, safety planning, and access to trusted legal support. The discussion shares practical tools like the ACLU’s “My School My Rights” resource and Human Rights First’s “Ready Now” app, along wit

When a loved one dies in custody, families are often left with more questions than answers. The Know Your Rights Camp Autopsy Initiative, founded by Colin Kaepernick and Nessa, stands beside these families in their darkest moments—offering not only truth, but dignity.  Led by Nicole Martin, this groundbreaking program provides free, independent second autopsies performed by board-certified pathologists to uncover the full story behind in-custody deaths. With private autopsies