Honoring Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. is More than a Holiday

Written By Kristy Brown, MPA, GPC

This Monday, Martin Luther King Jr. Day, let’s not just remember his iconic speeches and marches but also the spirit that fueled them: to be a tireless advocate for justice, equality, and a relentless commitment to serving our communities.  Working alongside families in our divisions and states, SAFY staff embody this spirit every day – from nurturing parents through difficult times to empowering youth to reach their full potential.

Let’s continue that spirit through the National Day of Service and Remembrance on January 15th. Dr. King’s dream wasn’t about being passive; it was a call to action, an invitation to build a better world through service.  It’s a day to turn Dr. King’s dream into a tangible action.  Let’s volunteer, donate, mentor, or lend a helping hand. Remember, no act or contribution is too small.  Just like Dr. King taught, even the seemingly insignificant threads of compassion can transform lives and bring us closer to his dream of a just and equitable world.

Check out the volunteer opportunities nationwide at AmeriCorps.gov/MLKDay and help build the bridges needed to form a better tomorrow.

Kristy Brown, MPA, GPC

With over two decades of experience in the human service sector, Kristy is driven by a deep passion for creating lasting social impact. Her expertise in program development, communications, and grant acquisition has enabled programs to scale and have a more profound effect on our communities. Kristy holds a unique perspective having worked at all levels of the child welfare field from direct service provision, marketing, development, and leading programs providing a strong knowledge of the issues facing the field. As the Communications Director for SAFY of America, she firmly believes engaging and inspiring storytelling is at the heart of meaningful change and strives to offer transformative work for the youth and families served.

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