DR. MARTIN LUTHER KING JR.
Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. was a prolific leader during the Civil Rights Movement, from December 1955 until April 4, 1968. Through his leadership he paved the way to achieve progress toward racial equality.
Dr. King advocated for nonviolence, drawing inspiration from his Christian faith and the teachings of Mahatma Gandhi. Even today, Dr. King is still widely regarded as a pre-eminent advocate of nonviolence and one of the greatest nonviolent leaders in history. In honor of Dr. King, we have highlighted a few community-based events and resources that help you learn more about this prolific leader beyond his inspiring "I Have a Dream" speech."
RESOURCES
King Center | Schedule of Events King Papers Publications Civil Rights Leader (recorded speeches)
Civil Rights Movement (National Gallery of Art) We Shall Overcome | The story behind the song
Did you know Dr. King spoke at a Delta Sigma Theta Sorority,
Inc. National Convention?
Rev. Dr. Martin L. King, Jr. spoke at the 28th National Convention held at the Ambassador Hotel in 1965.
Seated with Dr. King is Dr. Geraldine P. Woods , then National President. Also shown: Past National President Dorothy I. Height at the podium, standing behind Dr. King to the left is Dr. Hilda A. Davis , and standing on the far right is Dorothy Shaed Proctor , and other national Delta leaders and guests.
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