an initiative of the Council of Independent Colleges

About UsLearn more about the Council of Independent Colleges and the Gilder Lehrman Center for the Study of Slavery, Resistance, and Abolition at Yale University.
Legacies and ThemesDefining the “legacies” of slavery.
Network MembersSeven private colleges and universities serve as the backbone of a growing national network of higher education institutions and community partners.
- Regional Collaboration PartnersSeven institutions serve as coordinating hubs for the national network.
- Institutional AffiliatesTwelve additional colleges and universities support regional activities as part of the Legacies network.
ResourcesWhat are CIC institutions doing to reckon with the legacy of slavery? Find resources and examples here.
Archived ProgramsClick on the menu items below to learn more about previous programs, including a national conference in 2024.