Join us for a Life and Legacy celebration!

Date & Time
January 18, 2024 from 11:30AM to 2PM EST
Location
Stetson Room (CUB 230)
131 E Minnesota Ave
DeLand, FL 32723

Please join the Office of Diversity and Inclusion and our distinguished panel for a comprehensive exploration of dialogue inspired by Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. 

The event includes a panel discussion, spoken word poetry and a delicious lunch! Don't miss out!

DOORS OPEN AT 11:30AM; PROGRAM TO BEGIN AT 11:45AM

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Dr. King circa 1967 (Martin Mills /Getty Images)

Reverend Dr. Martin Luther King

Dr. King was a pivotal civil rights movement leader. He championed racial equality and social justice, symbolizing hope for a racially harmonious America. King received the Nobel Peace Prize in 1964 for combating racial inequality through nonviolent resistance; today, his legacy endures, inspiring generations to pursue equality and justice.

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Navigating Intersectional Resistance: A Comprehensive Dialogue on Activism, Oppression, and Nonviolent Strategies

Through this candid dialogue, we aim to foster a deeper understanding of the rich and often misunderstood tapestry of intersectional activism and the nuanced philosophy of nonviolent resistance embodied by Reverend Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.

The discussion will delve into the interconnectedness of various forms of discrimination and oppression, emphasizing how diverse movements and communities can collaboratively address the complex web of injustice. Moreover, we aim to unravel the layers of Dr. King's philosophy on civil disobedience, resistance, and activism, acknowledging that his commitment to nonviolence did not imply a private abandonment of self-defense or align with complete pacifism.

Join us for a comprehensive exploration of how different communities can unite in their fight against injustice while embracing diverse strategies within the spectrum of nonviolent resistance.

Our Distinguished Panelists

  • <p>Dr. Rajni Shankar-Brown (she/they)</p>

    Dr. Rajni Shankar-Brown (she/they)

    Professor and Jessie Ball duPont Distinguished Chair of Social Justice Education at Stetson University and President of the National Coalition for the Homeless Board

  • <p>Dr. Patrick Coggins (he/him)</p>

    Dr. Patrick Coggins (he/him)

    Professor of Education and former Jessie Ball duPont Distinguished Chair of Social Justice Education at Stetson University

  • <p>Dr. Raisa Ankeny (she/her)</p>

    Dr. Raisa Ankeny (she/her)

    Assistant Professor of Education, ESOL Coordinator, and Director of La Casa Cultural Latina at Stetson University

  • <p>Dr. Primrose Cameron (she/her)</p>

    Dr. Primrose Cameron (she/her)

    Motivational speaker, empowerment coach and author; Founder and CEO of Sisters Build Network for Girls, Inc.

  • <p>Alexis Newman (she/they)</p>

    Alexis Newman (she/they)

    Equity and Restorative Justice practitioner; Assistant Director of Student Success and Retention Initiatives in the Office of Diversity and Inclusion at Stetson University

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