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Jan
22
2025

MLK, Jr. Unity Walk

January 22, 2025 8:00 AM
637 E 5th St in Russellville
Russellville,

This announcement is from Community Projects, Inc., led by Dr. Charles D. Neblett, PhD, and Marvinia Benton Neblett. As lifelong members of Russellville, they have dedicated their lives to empowering communities through health advocacy, youth engagement, and disaster preparedness. Today, they share important details about the upcoming 27th Annual Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Unity Walk Celebration

27th Annual Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Unity Walk

The Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Unity Walk Celebration is a time for our community to honor Dr. King’s vision of justice, peace, and unity. This year’s event also recognizes Dr. Charles D. Neblett, PhD, a civil rights leader and founding member of the SNCC Freedom Singers, for his lifetime of service.

Event Details:
• Date: Monday, January 22, 2025
• Time: Participants should meet at 8:15 a.m. CST
• Starting Location: Jesus Church of Russellville, 637 East 5th Street
• End Location: Logan County Courthouse

Program Highlights:
• Keynote Address: Dr. Charles D. Neblett, PhD, sharing his reflections in his speech, “Resilience and Gratitude: A Legacy of Service.”
• Special Guest Speaker: Dr. Wayne Tuckson, host of KET’s “Kentucky Health Matters”, discussing the importance of health advocacy and preventive care.
• Youth Leadership: Remarks from representatives of the Logan County School District on the importance of civic engagement and youth leadership.

The Unity Walk is more than an event—it is a time for Russellville to reflect on its values of resilience, faith, and service and to recommit to carrying these values forward in our daily lives.

2. How You Can Support the Unity Walk

Your participation and support make this event possible:
1. Join the Walk: Be part of this celebration of unity and service.
2. Volunteer: Assist with event setup, refreshments, or participant services.
3. Donate Locally:
ContributionsCommunity Projects, Inc. help fund community outreach, disaster relief gratitude letters, and youth initiatives. Community Projects, Inc.
571 E 7th St
Russellville, KY 42276
Phone: +1 (270) 957-2836

For more information or to contribute, please contact Marvinia Neblett at +1 (270) 957-2836.

Event Details

Date:
January 22nd
Time:
8:00 AM - 10:30 PM
Event Category:

Organizer

Marvinia Benton Neblett
Phone
(270) 957-2836
Email
nicolemgipson@gmail.com

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Region
South central Kentucky
Address:
Jesus Church of Russellville
637 E 5th St in Russellville
Russellville,
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