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Jimmie Lee Jackson: More Than A Protestor
Jimmie Lee Jackson, was a Vietnam veteran, Baptist deacon, activist and martyr of the Civil Rights Movement. Jackson, active in the fight for equal rights, had tried multiple times to register to vote in Alabama and was denied each time.
John Lewis: More Than A Congressman
John Lewis has served the public by defending civil and human rights for everyone, from his days as a student organizer with Student Nonviolence Coordinating Committee to the present as the Representative for Georgia’s 5th District. Congressman Lewis was a part
Ruby Bridges: More Than A First Grader
November 14th will mark the 60th Anniversary of the integration of William Frantz Elementary School in New Orleans by six-year-old Ruby Bridges. Norman Rockwell’s painting, “The Problem We All Live With,” published four years after Ruby Bridges’ brave actions, remains an important piece of Americana. With
National Center for Civil and Human Rights and Porsche Celebrate 71st Anniversary of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights with Free Admission to The Center
Atlanta, Ga. (October 17, 2019) – The National Center for Civil and Human Rights (The Center), with support from Porsche Cars North America, Inc. (PCNA), will waive admission on Saturday, October 26 to commemorate the 71st anniversary of the United Nation’s Universal
A Message from the Executive Director of the IHTI
There is an intersection between sex and labor trafficking. As an example, minors who are sold to Buyers, are also forced to participate in online pornography. This month’s news cycle shined a light on the realities of Illegal Massage Parlors.
The National Center for Civil and Human Rights Announces 2019 Power to Inspire Honorees
Fifth annual event celebrates leaders’ significant contributions to advance justice and promote civil and human rights Atlanta, Ga. (April 30, 2019) – The National Center for Civil and Human Rights (The Center) will present its highest award at its Power