Welcome to Martin Luther King, Jr. Day 2023, dreamers and doers...

Martin Luther King, Jr. Day is the only federal holiday designated as a “day of service.” Befitting the purpose-driven spirit of this day, we're highlighting some ways to take action. Read more here.

Should there be more official "days of service"?

The Voting Rights Act of 1965

The Voting Rights Act of 1965 was enacted to guarantee the rights of racial minority groups, particularly Black Americans. 

The VRA  was a landmark piece of legislation that allowed for direct federal efforts to increase Black voter registration in areas where it was suppressed and prohibited the use of practices like poll taxes and literacy tests by states in an effort to restrict voting.

Do we need another Voting Rights Act?

A History of Civil Rights Legislation in America

Next year will mark the 60th anniversary of the Civil Rights Act of 1964--the most significant civil rights legislation since Reconstruction. It prohibited the segregationist policies of the Jim Crow era that relegated Black Americans to separate schools, restaurants, restrooms, and drinking fountains.

It is just one of many notable civil rights bills enacted by Congress. Here’s a look back at some of them. 

How do you feel about the current state of civil rights in America?

 Highlighting Environmental Racism and Climate Justice 

The Environmental Justice Movement arose from and with the Civil Rights Movement of the 1960s. 

Historical practices like forcing Black communities to live in areas close to toxic chemical plants, factories, and polluted waterways are ongoing challenges that stem from a legacy of environmental racism. 

Support environmental and climate justice today and every day.

All the Quotes Fit to Post

And, In The End...

How will you honor King's legacy? How will you fight injustice in your own community?

—Emma Kansiz

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