A lecture and community conversation about the pursuit of social justice, racial equity and an inclusive democracy.
The Public Square lecture and conversation series kicks off MLK Holiday programming with educator and policy wonk Dr. David Johns, CEO of the National Black Justice Coalition – the nation’s oldest civil rights organization dedicated to the twin goals of racial equity and LGBTQ+ equality.
The self described “disruptor-in-chief” will be joined in conversation with Dr. Chris Emdin, professor of Education at the University of Southern California. Dr. Emdin serves as a director of youth engagement and community partnerships at the USC Race and Equity Center.
During this Public Square conversation, Dr. Johns and Emdin will unpack the importance of centering intersectionality in pursuing social justice, racial equity, and an inclusive democracy.
The Public Square is a lecture series that connects leaders and innovators with the public to talk about the next phase of their work or scholarship. The traditionally prepared and packaged speeches will be replaced by engaging conversations that push discipline forward to a new higher level of equity.
Sponsored by the DC Public Library Foundation, and the Anacostia Community Museum. Click here to learn more.
This event is a part of the MLK Library’s 2024 MLK Week Celebration.