Presentation on Life and Lessons of Martin Luther King Jr in honor of Black History 

February 10, 2009 - Assistant Information Officer Kelley Dunkelberg gave a presentation to approximately 110 high-school students about the life and lessons of Martin Luther King in honor of Black History Month. The presentation which took place in Khemisset at Lycee Institution Manar El Irfane was followed by a lively discussion about civil rights, social justice, US foreign policy. and the new US administration. PAS provided books in advance and teachers had students create artwork depicting the life of Martin Luther King.  

Please describe why this activity was significant
This program provided the opportunity to not only inform these young students about American history, but also nurture common values and dispel myths about racism in the U.S. Students gained a better understanding about social justice and the value the American people place on equality. The forum also permitted students to pose questions and express their feelings on hot topics such as US foreign policy in the Middle East, Islam in the U.S., and President Obama's administration.