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REV. DR. MARTIN LUTHER KING JR DAY
CELEBRATION
Monday, January 17th, 2022
Make plans to attend the virtual event at 10 AM on Facebook & YouTube!
Registration for the in-person event is full.
You're invited to the 24th annual Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day Celebration!
Join us for a showcase of visual and performing artists.
The celebration is dedicated to every person, organization, group, business, and elected and appointed leaders who believe in, and will begin or continue to champion equal rights in voting for everyone in these United States.
This year members of Dr. King’s immediate family have called on Biden and the Senate to pass the Freedom to Vote Act and the John Lewis Voting Rights Advancement Act, and ensure the filibuster doesn't stand in the way. They’ve asked that in lieu of traditional celebrations of Rev. Dr. King Jr. Day, communities across the nation use that time to advocate for equal access to voting for all.
PPNA believes it imperative to gather on this day and declare our support and agreement with this stance. You’ll notice voting equity education and advocacy opportunities worked into the program on Monday, January 17th. You can also explore resources related to advocating for voting rights here.
We will center the 93 years that Dr. King's life and legacy continue to create lasting ripples around the globe through our 93 Strong campaign. Stay tuned to connect with organizations and small businesses doing amazing work in the community!
Watch the event online below.
As always, this is a family-friendly affair and free to all!
As always, this is a family-friendly affair and free to all!
2022 Artists & Speakers
Artists
Detrell Melodies
Carlos Yamil Lumbi Morales
Rose Marie
Brass Solidarity
Speakers
Council Member Jason Chavez
Louie McCoy, PPNA Board Member
The life and legacy of Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. have positively impacted the world we live in for over 93 years inspiring millions of people to activate for a more just world. We are inviting those who share his vision of equity and justice to sign-on early to our 93 Strong campaign launching in 2022 here.
THANK YOU TO ALL WHO SIGNED ON TO 93 STRONG: UNITED FOR EQUITY & JUSTICE FOR ALL
African Development Centre, All Are Welcome Here, Alliance Housing Inc., Anderson Realty, Bancroft Neighborhood Association, Black Visions, Brass Solidarity Band, Center for Energy and Environment, City of Lakes Community Land Trust, Community Power, Corcoran Neighborhood Organization, Cultural Wellness Center, Flourish Pilates+Bodywork, HOME Line, Housing Justice Center, HousingLink, Inquilinxs Unidxs por Justicia, Jewish Community Action, Land Stewardship Project, Lerner Publications, Longfellow Community Council, Memory Lanes, Metropolitan Consortium of Community Developers, Mid-Minnesota Legal Aid, Midtown Greenway Coalition, Minneapolis Climate Action, NEOO Partners Inc., MAIA Community, Neighborhood Development Center, Pillsbury House + Theatre, Springboard for the Arts, The Aliveness Project, The Link, The Minnesota Historical Society, Twin Cities Gay Men's Chorus, Twin Cities Habitat For Humanity, Twin Cities Pride, Twin Cities R!SE, Urban Homeworks, Young Dance, Deborah Allan, Wing Huie, Karen Lunde, Katie Dillon, Joohee Pomplun
Thank you to our sponsors
Presenting Sponsor: Chase Bank
Sponsors: All Are Welcome Here, Anderson Realty, Black Visions Collective, Center for Earth and Energy, The Family Partnership, Land Stewardship Project, Lerner Publications, The Link MN, Longfellow Community Council, Metropolitan Consortium of Community Developers, The Minnesota Historical Society, Neighborhood Development Center, NEOO Partners, Pillsbury House + Theatre, Twin Cities Habitat For Humanity, and Wellington Management
