Thank you for linking arms with PFCO in ending exploitation and modern day slavery by learning from slavery of the past. We invite you to be heartbroken, challenged, and inspired by the incredible stories of former slaves and abolitionists by asking “What can we learn from those who lived before us?”

“Those who fail to learn from history are doomed to repeat it” — Sir Winston Churchill

The Anti Slavery Alphabet: Printed for the Anti-Slavery Fair in the late 1800’s, this alphabet was intended to encourage young children to speak against the institution of slavery in 19th century United States. Created by abolitionists, the intended audience was young children in households that contained parents who were already opposed to slavery. As you read the gut-wrenching words and listen to these mindful moments, consider their impact as you ponder the many millions still trapped in the evils of modern day slavery today.

Memories of Childhood’s Slavery Days: Step back in time through the powerful autobiography of Annie Burton who recounts childhood as a slave on a southern plantation. As the Civil War raged around her and the Emancipation Proclamation set her free, catch a glimpse inside the struggles of learning to live free. Perhaps more relevant today, read the challenging words of Dr. P. Thomas Stanford in "The Race Question in America," which invites contemplation in the hearts of all to consider. Discover the speeches, poems, and hymns that stirred Annie's faith and increased her pride in her heritage.

The Upward Path: This reader from 1920 contains the thoughtful musings of more than 40 black writers, activists, and educators. "It is the hope that this little book will find a large welcome in all sections of the country and will bring good cheer and encouragement to the young readers who have so largely the fortunes of their race in their own hands." As expressed so many years ago, "To the present time, there has been no collection of stories and poems by Negro writers, which colored children could read with interest and pleasure and in which they could find a mirror of the traditions and aspirations of their race."

No Longer Slaves - Inspiring Abolitionists: Be inspired by the incredible true stories of abolitionists who loosened the chains of slavery and chose to step into their overcomer stories of hope and resilience. Hear stories like Booker T. Washington, Harriet Tubman, Elijah Lovejoy, Josiah Henson, and Sojourner Truth.

The 1776 Report explains the DNA of the United States of America (including the nation’s history with slavery) as it paints a beautiful picture of hope. Discussing the constitution of principles as well as the challenges to these American principles, the report discusses where we came from and where we must go as a nation inspired by the promise that “all men are created equal and endowed by their Creator with certain unalienable rights.” Yes, the heartbreak and cruelty of slavery was the exception rather than the rule throughout human history. And, yes, slavery is juxtaposed with a nation where all human beings have unalienable rights and inherent dignity. The condemnation of slavery by our founding fathers leads us to hope for the same in relation to modern day slavery today.