Dedicated to promoting equality and justice for all individuals.
Our Vision
To realize the dream of equality, justice, and unity championed by Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., serving as a transformative force for our community.
Our Mission
To preserve the memory and legacy of Dr. King’s work and ideals. The Society is committed to embracing his dream through remembrance, reflection, and recommitment, while promoting ongoing interracial, interfaith, and intercultural programs that reflect his mission, prayers, and vision. With a steadfast focus on nonviolence and a nonpolitical approach, the Society emphasizes unity, justice, and love in all its initiatives.
À propos de nous
La Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Commemoration Society a fourni une programmation directe, un développement du leadership, un engagement civique et des opportunités d'expression artistique pour plus de 20 000 garçons et filles à travers la ville de Tulsa, le comté de Tulsa et les régions avoisinantes depuis sa fondation en 1978. La Société a décerné 102 000 $ en bourses au cours des trois dernières décennies à des diplômés d'écoles secondaires locales aspirant à réaliser le rêve du Dr King.
Chaque année, des milliers de personnes assistent au défilé qui s'aligne maintenant au coin de l'avenue N. Detroit et du boulevard John Hope Franklin. et serpente à travers l'avenue historique de Greenwood jusqu'à Archer.
Pour plus d'informations ou de demandes de renseignements, veuillez appeler le 918.492.9495, laissez votre nom, votre numéro de téléphone et un bref message et votre appel sera retourné dès que possible. Vous pouvez également nous envoyer un courriel à mlktulsa@gmail.com
WHAT WE DO
MLK DAY PARADE
The Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Commemorative Society hosts the third-largest annual MLK Day Parade in honor of Dr. King’s legacy. Participants of all ages are welcome to join in the historic Greenwood District, where educational activities and community events are held to inspire the next generations with Dr. King's dream.
COMMEMORATION SERVICE
In addition to the parade, the Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Commemoration Society hosts an annual Commemoration Service, where music, inspiring speeches, and a student-led recitation of Dr. King’s "I Have a Dream" speech offer moments of reflection and celebration. The Walk in Peace invites the community to participate in a march reminiscent of Dr. King’s peaceful demonstrations, promoting unity and reflection.
SCHOLARSHIPS
Scholarships are awarded annually to deserving students who best exemplify Dr. King’s legacy through their applications, furthering his dream by supporting educational opportunities. The Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Commemoration Society also presents “The Keeping the Dream Alive Award” each year to recognize individuals who embody the principles of justice, love and equality championed by Dr. King.
