City of Montgomery, AL

These days, Millennials and Generation Z are emerging and taking the reigns of leadership at every level.  At the height of his transformative influence in our community, Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. was the same age as the largest generation in American life today. During his 30s, Dr. King organized the March on Washington, wrote his powerful Letter from Birmingham Jail, and led the famed march from Selma to Montgomery. He was a prime example of how young people working to organize in their community can truly be the catalyst to change the world.

As part of this year’s Dr. Martin, Luther King, Jr. Weekend Celebration, the Millennial and Generation Z leaders will discuss the importance of inclusion and equity in living out Dr. King’s legacy. Audience members will have the opportunity to engage with these young people - activists, educators, organizers, and lawmakers - in a true Town Hall style format, followed by informal breakout conversations following the event.