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Drowning In Disparity- Hurricane Katrina and the Unseen America

$45.00

This unit study explores the devastating impact of Hurricane Katrina, examining how systemic inequality, race, class, government response, and media portrayals shaped the experiences of New Orleans residents. Students will investigate the levee failures, environmental and political consequences, and the resilience of affected communities while reflecting on the importance of justice, equity, and accountability in disaster preparedness and response.

This unit study explores the devastating impact of Hurricane Katrina, examining how systemic inequality, race, class, government response, and media portrayals shaped the experiences of New Orleans residents. Students will investigate the levee failures, environmental and political consequences, and the resilience of affected communities while reflecting on the importance of justice, equity, and accountability in disaster preparedness and response.