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Welcoming the Stranger: A Conversation on Refugee Resettlement and Countering Prejudice toward Muslims
SoL Center Class Hear successful San Antonio Muslims from refugee backgrounds recount the challenges involved and the prejudices to be overcome in welcoming refugees to San Antonio. Led by Sr. Martha Ann Kirk, Ph.D., Ambassador James Creagan, and representatives of Catholic Charities. 2 Sundays, Jan. 17 & 24, 6-8 PM, $35 or donation of any amount/ 2 sessions
Find out more »MLK, Jr. Pre-March Civil Rights for Kids Experience
The MLK, Jr. Pre-March Civil Rights for Kids Experience provides an opportunity for youth of all ages to learn about our nation's history, discuss current events, and brainstorm how they can make a difference in the community. Presented by the San Antonio Martin Luther King, Jr. Commission, the event will include a visual civil rights timeline, writing personal mission statements, creating banners and more. Free and open to the public.
Find out more »MLK March
Join in one of the country’s largest MLK Marches. The 2.5 mile march starts at 10AM at the Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Academy, 3501 Martin Luther King Drive, and ends at Pittman-Sullivan Park, 1101 Iowa St. Individuals as well as civic, social and religious organizations are encouraged to bring their banners and be a part of this unforgettable experience. For route information or VIA Park and Ride locations, visit www.sanantonio.gov/mlk.
Find out more »Film & Discussion: Do The Right Thing
Centro SA will host “Do the Right Thing” with movie screening and panel discussion. 2 p.m. Movie Start Time (movie 2hr and 5 min) 4:30 p.m. Panel Discussion Start Time 5 p.m. End
Find out more »How far have we come? — The Voting Rights Act
The Voting Rights Act was a means to overcome a legal barrier that prevented communities of color from voting but 50 years after it was signed into law, efforts are still being made to prevent these same communities from participating and even being counted. From gerrymandering, to new id laws, how far have we come to be active participants in the democratic process?
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