Martin Luther King Jr. Day is observed in January each year. He is best known for his role in the advancement of civil rights. His activism brought forth other leaders who opposed racial inequality and stood by him throughout the civil rights movement. Photographs in the article below capture the importance of unity and strength in a time of controversy and violence.
King organized and led marches for blacks’ right to vote, desegregation, and labor rights. Marches called attention to indignities suffered by African Americans, and of segregationist violence and harassment of civil rights workers and marchers. This brought hope and progress in ending racial prejudice.
Unfortunately, despite the success of the civil rights movement of the 1960s, many people continue to face racial issues, both in employment and outside of work. Employees suffering from mistreatment on the job deserve a work environment free from discrimination and harassment. If you are a worker experiencing racism and discrimination in employment, consider consulting with a labor lawyer to better understand your rights. Contact an employment attorney at the Bullman Law Firm in Kansas City today.
Source: By Celina Fang and Emilie Richardson; From ABC News