Atlanta, GA — July 5, 2024 — Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity, Inc. (State of Georgia) in collaboration with The Good Trouble Foundation is proud to announce the Congressman John Lewis Freedom Day Wreath Laying Ceremony. This event is dedicated to honoring the memory and legacy of the late Congressman and Sigma Man, Honorable John Robert Lewis – a tireless advocate for civil rights and voting rights.
The ceremony will also serve to raise awareness of significant legislation including the John Lewis Voting Rights Advancement Act, the Native Americans Voting Rights Act, the Washington D.C. Admission Act, and the Freedom To Vote Act. These bills represent crucial efforts to protect and expand voting rights for all Americans.
Event Details:
Date: Wednesday, July 17, 2024
Time: 6:00 PM
Location: Rodney Cook Sr. Park, Atlanta, GA
Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity, Inc. and The Good Trouble Foundation invite community members, activists, elected officials, and all who cherish the principles of justice and equality to join us in paying tribute to Congressman John Lewis and advocating for the passage of these vital pieces of legislation.
For more information about the Congressman John Lewis Freedom Day Wreath Laying Ceremony, please contact:
Brother Ucal T. Palmer, Jr.
Director of Social Action
State of Georgia
Mobile: 678-559-4220
Together, let us continue to honor Congressman John Lewis’s legacy by ensuring
that every voice is heard and every vote counts.
About Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity, Inc.:
Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity, Inc. is a historically African American Greek-letter fraternity founded at Howard University in 1914. The fraternity’s mission is to develop leaders, promote brotherhood and academic excellence, while providing service and advocacy for our communities.
About The Good Trouble Foundation:
The Good Trouble Foundation is dedicated to continuing the work and legacy of John Lewis by promoting civil rights, voting rights, and social justice initiatives across the United States.
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