January 17th is regarded as both a day of remembrance and also a day that we can take the time out of our busy lives to pay it forward and to educate ourselves on just what it means to be a member of our community. As Dr. King Jr. once said: “"Every man must decide whether he will walk in the light of creative altruism or in the darkness of destructive selfishness." Taking that quote into consideration, it is easy to ask ourselves: “What can we do for each other?” or “How can I encourage my community to be more united?”
GW’s Anti-Racism Coalition (ARC) will be hosting a three part web session called: "Advancing the Dream: We Cannot Walk Alone." What better way to promote equality than to educate yourself and your friends on it? Register for this 3 part session that takes place on January 18th, 26th, and the 27th.
The event will feature Keynote speakers: Dr. Michelle Morse (she/her), Deputy Commissioner for the Center for Health Equity and Community Wellness & Chief Medical Officer at the NYC Department of Health & Mental Hygiene and George M. Johnson (They/Them), Author of "All Boys Aren't Blue" and "We Are Not Broken"
If you are unable to attend, there are other events throughout DC that you can do to help your community!
MLK Holiday DC Hopeful Healing Health and Wellness Fair
When: Monday, January 17th at 10:00am
The Health and Wellness fair focuses on meeting the needs of mental health, giving hope, and equipping the community with resources and services needed. Registration, social distancing & Masks are required.
Clean Waterways Cleanup: MLK Day of Service 2022
When: Monday, January 17th at 10:00am - 1:00pm
Register online to join members of the community to clean up the Waterways. All ages are welcome to attend, supplies will be provided. Rain or shine!
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Even if you are unable to attend or participate in local community events on MLK day, we encourage all to remember Dr. Martin Luther King Jr’s message, and how important it is that we strive to promote equality in our own communities, even in the midst of a Pandemic. Additionally, we encourage you to read about KING WEEK at GW!
