About Arkansas
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50 years ago, an integrated group of business and community leaders along with some Philander Smith College students worked together to desegregate downtown Little Rock. On Sept. 21, we will honor them for efforts… -
One day after the 50th anniversary of the March on Washington, we have ample opportunity for change in our nation and in Arkansas. Fifty years and one day ago, Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. and others challenged us to dream of our best. It is now our turn to take the time and muster the courage to do what may be uncomfortable, and at times unpopular, but necessary… -
Thank you to our sponsors for helping to make the 3rd Annual Arkansas Civil Rights Heritage Commemoration a reality! The Institute…
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The U.S. Supreme Court announced Tuesday that Section 5 of the Voting Rights Act has been stricken from the historic act. According to the… -
Just Communities of Arkansas is hosting a week-long residential youth leadership retreat for high school students who have a strong desire to help build a world of acceptance, understanding and peace… -
Starting Sunday, July 14, 2013, teachers will come to Little Rock to expand their knowledge of two significant events in Arkansas civil rights history…
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Come and participate in the Juneteenth Street Festival Saturday, June 15 hosted by Mosaic Templars Cultural Center to celebrate African American freedom. There will be plenty of activities, entertainment, and more for all ages… -
The Clinton School of Public Service joins the worldwide 50th anniversary celebration of the day Martin Luther King Jr. began writing his famous letter from Birmingham Jail… -
#RaceandCrime #10years For the 10th consecutive year, UALR will host the Racial Attitudes in Pulaski County Conference. The event will take place Thursday, March…
