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The Project

“We are a team of historians,geographers, librarians, digital humanists and community activists seeking to expose structural racism.”

Mapping Prejudice helps us uncover hidden histories of discrimination in housing…

By looking at old property records, we can see how unfair rules, called racial covenants, were used to keep certain people out of certain neighborhoods just because of their race.

Understanding this history helps us see the ongoing effects of racism in our communities today.

By shining a light on these injustices, Mapping Prejudice is helping us work towards a fairer and more inclusive society where everyone has the same opportunities to live wherever they choose, regardless of their race.

Mapping Our Mission

What Does this Mean?

Winston-Salem City Council acknowledges that:

Even though laws ended segregation and protected civil rights, Black/African American people still face unfair treatment.
They're denied equal access to things like education, healthcare, safe neighborhoods, affordable housing, and loans to buy homes or start businesses.
The city apologizes for its role in slavery, segregation, and other discriminatory actions in the past. It acknowledges that these actions caused harm and promises to work towards making things fairer for everyone, especially Black/African American residents.

Interested in Learning More?

The following document is the official Resolution Calling for Federal and State Action to Establish a Commission to Study the Issue of Reparations for Black/Africa American Citizens, released by the Winston-Salem City Council.

WS_CC_Reparations_Resolution_2021.pdf

Mapping Our Process

tIMELINE

PHASE 1

Data Collection & AnalysisMonths 1-6

pHASE 2

Community Engagement, Education and Participatory Research Months 7-24

pHASE 3

Advocacy and Systemic Change Months 20- Ongoing

Mapping Our History

Community Focused

Mapping Prejudice in Forsyth County is part of the Spatial Justice Studio (SJS), which aims to create partnerships between different groups, like faculty, students, and the community, to work on solving problems related to fairness in how spaces are used.

By bringing together people from different backgrounds, we can find better solutions to urban issues. Through research, teaching, and involving the community, we want to make urban spaces more fair, functional, and sustainable for everyone.

Learn More About SJS

Mapping The Road Ahead

Deliverables & Outcomes

Create a Project Website: project process, spatial analysis and maps, volunteer opportunities, information and history.
Collect and Highlight local stories about the impact of racially restrictive covenants.
Explore Legislation that would allow for the discharging of racially restrictive language in deeds.
Develop a Community Fund to provide financial support to distressed communities.

Let's remember that uncovering and addressing prejudice isn't just about the past; it's about building a fairer future for everyone.

By working together as a community, we can dismantle systemic barriers, promote equity, and create inclusive spaces where everyone can thrive.

Let's continue to learn, advocate, and take action to ensure that our cities are places of opportunity and justice for all.

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