March on Bolingbrook Set For August 28th

On Friday, August 28, 2020, beginning at 10:00 a.m., the Bolingbrook Black History Awareness Club will lead a March on Bolingbrook (Flyer Below + Event Details Click Here) in celebration of the 57th anniversary of the 1963 March on Washington. This march will mirror efforts in Washington, DC to both raise awareness on the current police brutality crises, COVID-19 pandemic, voter suppression, and social injustice, as well as honor the legacies of heroes like Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. and the late Congressman John Lewis. To address the ongoing racial disenfranchisement of people of color voter registration will be available.

Legacy of the 1963 March on Washington

In 1963, over 200,000 people marched the streets of Washington in the name of equality, jobs, and freedom. The event was planned by the “Big Six” leaders of reform organizations, including Dr. King and Congressman John Lewis. During this event, John Lewis spoke passionately about the change that was needed in America. Later in the program, Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. delivered his memorable “I Have a Dream” speech, in which he called for civil and economic equal rights and an end to systemic racism in the United States.

2020 March on Bolingbrook

On August 28, 2020, we the people of Bolingbrook will march in solidarity alongside the March on Washington and symbolize that we too stand against systemic racism and injustice in America. This March comes at a time when it is clear that a reminder is needed that "injustice anywhere is injustice everywhere" as stated by Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. This peaceful March requires that all participants wear a mask, practice social distancing and proper hand hygiene.

About Black History Month Awareness Club, Inc.

With a mission to spread the awareness and education of black history in the community, Bolingbrook’s Black History Month Awareness Club hosts an annual celebration in February which connects the community with organizations and businesses by providing information that will increase awareness and understanding of African American heritage and culture.

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Posted By Michael Carpanzano, Volunteer Bolingbrook Patch Mayor