Martin Luther King Jr. Day is observed on the third Monday of January each year in the United States. This day celebrates the life and achievements of Martin Luther King Jr. as a hero in the fight for civil rights.
He was a leader in the movement to end racial segregation in the United States. His most famous address was the “I Have A Dream” speech. He was an advocate of non-violent protest and became the youngest man to be awarded the Nobel Peace Prize.
Martin Luther King Jr Day has been a national holiday in the U.S. since 1986 and is a reminder of his extraordinary work in social justice and civil rights.
REMEMBER: Observe Martin Luther King Jr. Day at the workplace with an educational approach.
Engaging employees with educational material is an excellent way to respectfully acknowledge an observance and open the door to a constructive conversation.
When learning about a culture, religion or event, you expand your window of tolerance and adopt a more inclusive mindset.
Communications Template for Martin Luther King Jr. Day
[Subject: Martin Luther King Jr. Day]
Hello Everyone,
Happy Monday! Every year, on the third Monday of January, is Martin Luther King Jr. day where we commemorate the life and achievements of Martin Luther King Jr. as a hero in the fight for civil rights. His most famous address was the “I Have A Dream” speech.
He was an advocate of non-violent protest and became the youngest man to be awarded the Nobel Peace Prize. Martin Luther King Jr Day has been a national holiday in the U.S. since 1986 and is a reminder of his extraordinary work in social justice and civil rights.
Here is some more information for you to learn about the Civil Rights Movement.
Thank you all for growing with us, and we will keep educating and striving for equality for all in the workplace.
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