Women were at the forefront of the Civil Rights Movement. Coretta Scott King, Ella Baker, and Rosa Parks helped keep Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.’s dream alive and helped pave the way for equality.
Ruby Bridges’ silent protest inspired contemporary teenage activist Eva Lewis. Fannie Lou Hamer’s fight for voting rights motivated Tracey Abrams to carry the torch for justice. An inspiring program highlights the stories of past and present female advocates for change.
“Every successful social movement in this country’s history has used disruption as a strategy to fight for social change..”
-Alicia Garza
PROGRAM DURATION: 45 Minutes
Gender Equality, Civil Rights, Women’s Rights, Community Activism, Non-violence, Voting Rights, Social Studies, Humanities, Collective Advocacy, African American Cultural Heritage, American History, Perseverance
The Bold Women Highlighted: Ella Baker, Ruby Bridges, Rosa Parks, Fannie Lou Hamer, Diane Nash, Alicia Garza, Eve Lewis, Stacey Abrams, Coretta Scott King, Harriet Tubman, Septima Poinsette Clark, Daisy Bates, Tarana Burke, Dorthy Height and more!
Student
“The [Keepers of the Dream] performance was incredible! The singing and images was impressive. Thank you for coming to campus”
Dean of Students and Belonging
“Thanks so much again for today’s [Keepers of the Dream] performance! I have gotten wonderful feedback from faculty, staff, and the students.”
PRINCIPAL
“Thank for your engaging [Keepers of the Dream] presentation.”