Martin Luther King Day: We Can help him keep the peace

This is the month that one of the most prominent civil rights  leaders was born. Martin Luther King, Jr. was an advocate for equal treatment, equal rights and equal opportunities for all. His nonviolent means of advocacy was a major determinant in receiving the Nobel Peace Prize in 1964. On top of being the youngest man to receive the prize, King even announced he would reinvest the prize money to help advance the fight for civil rights. Such was the extent of his dedication and investment in the civil rights movement. Why not celebrate him and his memory by teaching the next generation about his life and legacy. Take a moment to peruse a few resources which highlight the history and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. The Nobel Peace Laureates Project is a grass roots organization in Eugene, Oregon created to promote peace by honoring and inspiring peacemakers. The King Center is a website filled with rich information about King's life. Check out their website for resources to help promote nonviolence with the future generation of leaders and peacemakers. MLKDay.gov is a website containing a wide array of resources for those interested in volunteering on MLK day. It also provides toolkits for those interested in creating their own day of service. Information 'borrowed' from United Way January 2011 Newsletter