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Today, January 20, we celebrate one of the greatest activists and advocates for social justice in history: Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.
Dr. King’s ardent advocacy for equality and our civil rights – as a unifying and selfless leader – fueled the engine for national change—and sparked the Civil Rights Movement of the 1950’s – 1960’s.
Rev. Martin Luther King, Jr. waves to the crowd gathered on the Mall in Washington, D.C. during the March on Washington after delivering his ‘I Have a Dream’ speech on Aug. 28, 1963 (Photo by Hulton Archive/Getty Images)
CARRYING MLK’S LEGACY FORWARD THROUGH A DAY OF SERVICE
Martin Luther King, Jr. Day encourages Americans to “take a day on, not in,” as a Federal Holiday that is also a National Day of Service.
Dr. King’s eloquent speeches, moving teachings, and activism also encouraged millions to engage in selfless service for others, to uplift communities while realizing one’s greatness.
Today, the National Day of Service campaign continues Dr. King’s empowering volunteerism, with events taking place across Brooklyn, NYC, and the nation.
Click here to see and join meaningful ways to take action on MLK Day!
“MLK’s powerful vision and courageous leadership changed our nation forever,” says Assemblymember Rodneyse Bichotte Hermelyn. “Dr. King’s life was cut far too short when he was assassinated for his beliefs—and we have a deep responsibility to keep the leader’s legacy alive by confronting bigotry and hate with powerful and peaceful advocacy.”
Wishing all a meaningful, safe and uplifting holiday
Assemblymember Rodneyse Bichotte Hermelyn represents the 42nd Assembly District in Brooklyn covering Ditmas Park, Flatbush, East Flatbush and Midwood. She is currently the NYS Assembly Majority Whip, Chair of the Subcommittee on Oversight of Minority and Women-Owned Business Enterprises (MWBEs) and serves on the following committees: Housing, Government Operations, Education, Banks, Health, and Higher Education. She also sits on Governor Hochul’s Domestic Violence Advisory Council and Mayor Adams’ MWBE Task Force.
As a current Assemblymember, District Leader, and Chair of Brooklyn Democratic Party, Rodneyse Bichotte Hermelyn has been an outspoken advocate on issues concerning immigration, education, economic development, unemployment, education reform, health care access, senior citizen centers, affordable housing, school safety, women’s and LGBTQ rights, as well as other issues affecting the quality of life in the community.
