🚨 Just a few days left! Join us on Wednesday, August 28, 2024, at 6:30 PM ET for Part 2 of the #BelovedCommunityTalks Series by #TheKingCenter. We’ll be diving into ‘Voter Education & Responsibility’ and how ‘Organized Civic Engagement & the Vote as Strategic Direct Action’ can drive meaningful change. Don’t miss this conversation with María Teresa Kumar, Rashad Robinson, and our moderator, Dr. Vonnetta L. West. Let’s honor the 61st anniversary of the #MarchOnWashington and #IHaveADream by pushing forward the work for justice. #MLK #VoterEducation #ShiftTheCulture
The Martin Luther King, Jr. Center for Nonviolent Social Change (The King Center)
Non-profit Organization Management
Atlanta, GA 6,987 followers
We prepare global citizens to create a more just, humane and peaceful world using Dr. King’s nonviolent philosophy
About us
The Martin Luther King Jr. Center for Nonviolent Social Change is a 501c3 organization established in 1968 by Mrs. Coretta Scott King. The Martin Luther King, Jr. Center for Nonviolent Social Change “The King Center” is the official living memorial and programmatic nonprofit organization committed to educating the world on the life, legacy and teachings of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. The King Center serves to inspire new generations to carry forward his unfinished work, strengthen causes and empower change-makers who are continuing his efforts today. The King Center’s premiere educational initiative, Nonviolence365, is based on Dr. King’s nonviolent philosophy and engages participants from various sectors of society, including emerging and next generation leaders, in modules and exercises that enhance communication, leadership, interpersonal and conflict reconciliation skills.
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http://www.thekingcenter.org
External link for The Martin Luther King, Jr. Center for Nonviolent Social Change (The King Center)
- Industry
- Non-profit Organization Management
- Company size
- 11-50 employees
- Headquarters
- Atlanta, GA
- Type
- Nonprofit
- Founded
- 1968
- Specialties
- Education & Training, Program Partnerships, Visitor & Community Services, Collaborative Advocacy, Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, Beloved Community, Nonviolence, and Eradicating Racism
Locations
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Primary
449 Auburn Avenue NE
Atlanta, GA 30312, US
Employees at The Martin Luther King, Jr. Center for Nonviolent Social Change (The King Center)
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Join us and the international community at this years Beloved Community International Expo! 📅Saturday, Sept. 7, 2024 ⌚️11:00AM-5:30PM 📍 449 Auburn Ave. NE, Atlanta, GA 30312 💲Free 🌏People of all ages can travel around the world without leaving Sweet Auburn Avenue! The International Expo celebrates global cultures by showcasing captivating performances, curated creative works, politics, food, music, dance and more, from societies around the world. Click the link below for more details! See you there!! https://lnkd.in/g2pgwFYz The Martin Luther King, Jr. Center for Nonviolent Social Change (The King Center)
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THE Expo is near - You are welcome on Saturday, September 7th. #TheKingCenter in #Atlanta invites you, your organization, your friends and your family to join us for the 2024 Beloved Community International Expo! The Expo is a rare, inspiring opportunity for learning about and from each other, for enjoying each other’s cultures, for visiting other nations and learning more about our World House without leaving Atlanta; and for experiencing a Beloved Community atmosphere. Don’t miss this year’s Expo, which will feature a Youth Village, food trucks, information and cultural awareness about 30 plus nations and territories, art and entertainment, a book signing with our CEO (Dr. Bernice A. King), insight on how to have courageous conversations, and more. We can create the Beloved Community, where injustice ceases and love prevails. Let’s be inspired to make that great vision a reality! #BCIE #BelovedCommunity #MLK #Youth #Children #Family #FoodTrucks #International #Global #Hope #CorettaScottKing #ATL
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#MLKDream61 "This is no time to engage in the luxury of cooling off or to take the tranquilizing drug of gradualism." #Martin Luther King Jr. Dr. King’s words remind us that the fight for justice requires urgency and action. In a world where progress can often feel slow, he calls us to reject complacency and continue pushing forward. As we approach the 59th anniversary of his "I Have a Dream" speech, let’s renew our commitment to justice, ensuring that we don’t fall into the trap of waiting for change to come gradually. The time is now. #IHaveADream #MLK #Justice #Urgency #Nonviolence365
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Join Us in Spreading Dr. King's Legacy Across the Globe! At #TheKingCenter, we educate and train individuals in #MLK's powerful nonviolent teachings, equipping them to make an impact in activism, legislation, faith, education, business, and beyond. Every day, we're working to build a more just and peaceful world, but we can't do it alone. Be a part of this transformative work! Text MLKGIVE to 44321 to contribute today. For More Information: https://lnkd.in/e8vzCNmv
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#MLKDream61 "We must forever conduct our struggle on the high plane of dignity and discipline." #MartinLutherKingJr. Dr. King’s call to maintain dignity and discipline in our fight for justice resonates deeply today. He emphasized that true progress is made not through anger or violence, but through steadfast commitment to principles of respect and integrity. As we reflect on the 59th anniversary of his "I Have a Dream" speech, let’s recommit to conducting our struggles with the same unwavering dignity and discipline that Dr. King exemplified. #IHaveADream #MLK #Dignity #Discipline #Nonviolence365
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Nonviolence Believes That the Universe Is on the Side of Justice. Dr. King taught us that justice will ultimately prevail through nonviolence. This principle reminds us to trust in the moral arc of the universe. Explore all six principles of Nonviolence365 and Dr. King’s teachings at thekingcenterinstitute.org. Let’s continue to build the #BelovedCommunity together. #Nonviolence365 #Justice #TheKingCenter
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"We must learn to live together as brothers or perish together as fools." #MLK In these politically divided times, Dr. King’s words remind us that unity and equality are essential for a peaceful and just society. Let’s rise above division and work together to build the Beloved Community—a world where all are valued and justice prevails. #BelovedCommunity #ShiftTheCulture