Convocation Response

In his convocation lecture Dr. Robert Bullard went over the important history of social injustice, discussing more about the efforts that have been made for equality, that present day and how to conquer this problem. One can draw the connections between the digital divide and environmental justice about the central idea of inequality of resources, usually targeted at minorities or poorer districts. Also, both have occurred for decades, yet the problem hasn't gotten much better, and can arguably say is getting worse due to more destructive storms and newer technology. Bullard answered an audience member's question on what we, as students and citizens, can do. He informed us that by acknowledging the problem is the first step, then spreading awareness helps the situation. As a teacher, knowing about the digital divide and acknowledging that some students have less access to technology as others. All in all, addressing the problem is step one. But actively speaking up for and social injustice is what will cause change.