2021 NVYS Back to School Summerfest

8616 Colonel Glenn Road,Little Rock AR 72204

22 August, 2021

Description

2021 Nonviolence Youth Summit Back to School Summerfest The mission of the Arkansas Luther King, Jr. Commission, a division of the Arkansas Department of Education, is to promote and preserve the life and legacy of Dr. King in our state; and to promote the principles of nonviolence and equality among all citizens.  Our community outreach projects are designed to promote education, an appreciation for history, and to encourage youth to engage in positive leadership development and roles within their communities. In partnership with the Arkansas Department of Human Services, The Arkansas Martin Luther King, Jr. Commission proudly announces the 2021 “Nonviolence Youth Summit Back to School Summerfest” promoting economic development, nonviolence, and education as the summer ends and youth begin the 2021-2022 school year. This event will take place on Sunday, August 22, 2021, 12:00 PM-5:00 PM, West Central Community Center, 8616 Colonel Glenn Road, Little Rock, Arkansas 72204. The Commission will host breakout sessions, free food, and a live concert featuring gospel recording artist, Pastor Mike Jr. The event is free and open to the public. Program activities and performances will be held outside. The Arkansas Martin Luther King, Jr. Commission is a Division of the Arkansas Department of Education empowered to serve all Arkansans.  It was created in 1993 by Act 1216 of the Arkansas General Assembly to promote the legacy and philosophy of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. throughout the State of Arkansas and abroad.  The Arkansas MLK, Jr. Commission works closely with the King Center for Nonviolent Social Change in Atlanta, Georgia and other social service entities alike.   The mission of the Arkansas Martin Luther King, Jr. Commission is a Division of the Arkansas Department of Education is to promote understanding and acceptance of nonviolence and human equality as a way of building community among all Arkansans and abroad in an effort to ensure that those involved acquire an enhanced knowledge of the tenets and morals of other races and cultures that co-exist within the state's borders.   Purpose and Goals   Promote racial harmony, understanding, community service, respect, and goodwill among all Arkansans and abroad   Promote Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.’s Six Principles Of Nonviolence   Promote awareness and appreciation of the Civil Rights movement and advocacy of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.’s philosophy, principles, and legacy throughout the State of Arkansas and abroad   Promote awareness and appreciation of the Civil Rights movement and advocacy of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.’s principles and legacy   Develop, coordinate, and advise the Governor and General Assembly of appropriate ceremonies and activities throughout the state relating to the observance of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.'s birthday and Holiday   Promote understanding and acceptance of nonviolence and human equality as a way of building community among all Arkansans