Commemorating MLK: A Call to Action for Justice in Akron

Join us in honoring the legacy of Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. as we unite local organizations and citizens to address social justice issues, redefine public safety, and empower the voices of youth in Akron. Together, we can create sustainable change.

5/8/20241 min read

A boarded-up wall features large, vibrant graffiti with powerful social justice messages. The phrases 'Black Lives Matter' and 'Stop Police Violence & Brutality!' are prominently displayed in various bright colors, including red, blue, and green. Nearby, someone is seated on a bench looking at a phone, with a skateboard underneath their feet. A construction cone is placed on the sidewalk beside them.
A boarded-up wall features large, vibrant graffiti with powerful social justice messages. The phrases 'Black Lives Matter' and 'Stop Police Violence & Brutality!' are prominently displayed in various bright colors, including red, blue, and green. Nearby, someone is seated on a bench looking at a phone, with a skateboard underneath their feet. A construction cone is placed on the sidewalk beside them.

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