4. Brown University
Brown University’s origins are inseparable from the transatlantic slave trade. The Brown family, instrumental in founding the university, amassed significant wealth through slave trading and related enterprises. This troubling past has been publicly acknowledged by the university through its landmark Slavery and Justice Report, which investigates Brown’s historical ties and advocates for ongoing reflection and restorative actions. To delve deeper into Brown’s reckoning with its legacy, view the full report at the Brown University Slavery and Justice Report.
