BBCF, TRHT Selma announce MLK2025: From Dream to Action series

The Black Belt Community Foundation (BBCF) and Truth, Racial Healing and Transformation (TRHT) Selma are announcing the MLK2025: From Dream to Action series. 

The series is being held along with an observance of MLK Day and National Day of Racial Healing (NDORH) on Jan. 20 and 21 respectively. 

"These events honor the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. through opportunities for learning, service, and community transformation and continue with the ninth year of consecutive observance of the NDORH," said a press release from BBCF. "Community is encouraged to join in and participate in these impactful events."

See below for a list of events as provided by the BBCF: 

Saturday, Jan. 18, 2025 – Virtual Racial Equity Training Time: 11:00 AM (CST)

Location: Online (Registration required at https://bit.ly/JANRET)

This virtual session will provide participants with a blend of historical insight, practical tools, and strategies for advancing racial equity. Don’t miss this opportunity to deepen understanding and commitment to social change.

Monday, Jan. 20, 2025 – Community Service and Art:

#PassAlongTheLove Clothing Giveaway Time: 11:00 AM

Location: Bosco Nutrition Center, 1107-B Griffin Street

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Come together to share love and support with those in need. Clothing for men, women, and children will be available.

"Windows of Hope" Community Art Project

Time: 11:00 AM

Location: 1100 Block of Griffin Street

Community is encouraged and welcome to join for a heartwarming art project designed to beautify vulnerable properties and neighborhoods. Be part of this transformative initiative that brings art and hope to the Selma community.

Tuesday, Jan 21, 2025 – National Day of Racial Healing Time: 12:00 PM

Location: Selma Center for Nonviolence, Truth, and Reconciliation, 8 Mulberry Road

This event will spotlight ongoing collaborative efforts across the city to foster healing and community prosperity. Partners and community members will gather to reflect, strategize, and continue the journey toward equity and reconciliation. Attendees will also get a chance to preview the community healing space on the ground floor of the Selma Center. Refreshments will be served.

For more information, contact D.K. Harris, BBCF Public Relations Director at dharris@blackbeltfound.org, call 334-526-4539 or email lchatmon@blackbeltfound.org