The National Center for Civil and Human Rights Celebrates Dr. King’s Life and Legacy Through New Programs and Partnerships; Debuts Digital Exhibition
Health & Safety Protocols in Effect with New Technology from Siemens Corporation ATLANTA, Ga. (Jan. 15, 2021) – The National Center for Civil and Human Rights (The Center) will honor […]
The National Center for Civil and Human Rights Enhances Building Safety with New Siemens Air Filtration Technology
In partnership with Siemens Corporation, the patented air cleaning technology provides a safer space for visitors amidst COVID-19 ATLANTA, GA (Jan. 13, 2021) – In an ongoing effort to safely remain […]
In Light of Recent Events…
The mob violence on January 6, 2021 that interrupted a Congressional meeting to certify the presidential election was a direct assault on the American democratic system and core national values. Under the […]
National Center for Civil and Human Rights debuts immersive virtual tour with support from Cox Enterprises
Visitors can now access popular exhibits online and enjoy the holidays with a cultural activity from the comfort and safety of their own homes Atlanta, Ga. – The National Center for […]
The King Center and the National Center for Civil and Human Rights Launch Letter From Birmingham Jail Program to Mark International Human Rights Day
Celebration offers a two-day nonviolence training and a panel discussion Dec. 8 to 10 ATLANTA, GA (Dec. 3, 2020) – The Martin Luther King, Jr. Center for Nonviolent Social […]
President & CEO Jill Savitt Reflects on 2020
Dear Friends: As we head into the home stretch of a year for the history books, we wanted to tell our community how The National Center for Civil and Human […]
Arthur M. Blank’s Proceeds from Forthcoming Memoir, “Good Company,” Going to The National Center for Civil and Human Rights
BLANK TO MAKE INITIAL CONTRIBUTION OF $300,000 AS PART OF BOOK’S DEBUT ATLANTA (June 24, 2020) – Arthur M. Blank’s personal proceeds from his book, GOOD COMPANY, will be donated […]
The National Center for Civil and Human Rights commemorates and celebrates Juneteenth
“The people of Texas are informed that in accordance with a proclamation from the Executive of the United States, all slaves are free,” wrote Major General Gordon Granger 155 years ago in General Order Number Three. This freedom, he continued, “involves […]
Statement of Jill Savitt, CEO of The National Center for Civil and Human Rights
We start our week against a backdrop of pain and injustice in our country because of the recent murders of black men and women by vigilantes and law enforcement. There […]
The National Center for Civil and Human Rights Presents 2020 Power to Inspire Honorees
Due to COVID-19, The Center’s sixth annual event will happen live online at https://www.thecenterpowertoinspire.org through June Atlanta, Ga. (May 19, 2020) – The National Center for Civil and Human Rights […]