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Spare the rod. Stop the trauma.

Spare the rod.
Stop the trauma.

Examining Physical Punishment Towards
Black Children in America

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"Black children, disproportionately, receive more physical punishment from parents, school officials, and police officers than other children in the US. Why and what can we do to stop it? This film offers answers."

CINDY HURST, Director

TESTIMONIALS

"Perfect Presentation. Very informative." Viewer, Hot Springs, AR

"Great documentary rooted in historical data." Viewer, San Diego, CA
"Excellent! Educational and emotionally moving." Viewer, Spokane, WA

SEE WHAT OTHERS ARE SAYING ABOUT SPARE THE ROD. STOP THE TRAUMA.

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Does the historical treatment of Black
children influence current discipline practices?

Film

Awareness Campaign

FOCAL POINT

Director/Producer

Cindy Hurst

Cinematographer/Editor

Roger Robinson

Executive Producer

Cindy Hurst
Roger Robinson

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