The Martin Luther King Jr. Center for Nonviolent Social Change
10th Anniversary SCLC Convention ProgramThis document contains a program for the SCLC's Tenth Anniversary Convention hosted by Rev. Howard Creecy, President of the Atlanta Affiliate Chapter of the SCLC. The theme of the convention is "Where Do We Go From Here?" |
1965 Annual Board Meeting for SCLCThis document details the agenda at the Annual Board Meeting for the Southern Christian Leadership Conference. |
Agenda for Executive Staff Meeting of SCLCThis document contains an itinerary for an upcoming Southern Christian Leadership Conference staff meeting. |
Agenda for the SCLC State and Local LeadersThis agenda outlines several topics discussed for the Southwide Meeting of State and Local Leaders. Dr. King, the President of the SCLC, spoke on SCLC's 'People to People' Program. |
An Appreciation DinnerThis dinner salutes the outstanding service of the SCLC staff. It includes menu items for the gathering as well as a schedule of guest speakers and attendees. |
Anti-Semitism, Israel and SCLC:- A Statement on Press DistortionsThis is a document that addresses the impression that the press created reporting that the SCLC was part of a group that condemned Israel and endorsed the policies of the Arab powers. This document also includes the annual report of the president by Dr. King. |
Atlanta SCLC Prexy Jailed in AlbanyDuring a prayer pilgrimage in Albany, Georgia Rev. John A. Middleton, Pastor of Atlanta's Allen Temple A. M. E. Church, and 75 other religious leaders were jailed. |
Biographical Sketch of Andrew YoungThis document outlines the education, pastoral, and vocational experience of Andrew J. Young, Executive Director of the SCLC. |
Biographical Sketch of Dr. Ralph David AvernathyThis biographical sketch of Dr. Abernathy outlines his positions, recognitions, education, travel experience and personal life. Dr. Abernathy served as President of the SCLC after Dr. King's death and also served as a member of the NAACP, and Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity, Inc. |
Black is Beautiful, and It's So Beautiful To Be BlackThis staff newsletter "Black Is Beautiful, and It's So Beautiful," published by the SCLC, explains the upcoming events that the organization has in store. The newsletter communicates as to who acquired new positions within the SCLC and speaks to how the SCLC wishes to continue with projects based in Chicago, Cleveland, and Washington through Operation Breadbasket. |
Black PowerThis is a chapter sermon for Dr. King's book "Where Do We Go From Here?" The civil rights leader traces the early development of Black Power and its eventual surge onto the national political scene. Though understood as a direct opposition to the nonviolent movement that organizations like SCLC, CORE, and SNCC originally supported, King describes Black Power as a "disappointment wrapped in despair." |
Brochure: "Some Important Fiscal Facts about the SCLC"This document contains information about SCLC's administration, role, duties, and actions that its staff fulfills with the money donated to the organization. |
By-Laws of the SCLCThis document outlines the by-laws of the SCLC, which includes the organization's purpose, duties and responsibilities of members, and procedures governing officers and committees. The purpose of the SCLC is to "organize and maintain Christian guidance" to aid in improving cultural conditions. |
Carlisle's Variety Shop Souvenir BookletCarlisle Variety Shop produced this souvenir booklet advertising Negro businesses but also honoring Dr. King and other SCLC officials involved in the 1963 Birmingham campaign. |
CEP NewsThe Citizenship Education Program of the SCLC, in cooperation with the American Missionary Association issue this periodic publication that includes updates of the organization's progress, current events and other news of interest. |
Citizenship Education ProposalSCLC's Citizenship Education Program issues a five year proposal for the period between 1965 and 1970. The proposal outlines previous successful activities since the inception of the program. |
Civil Rights Drive by SCLC and Other Groups Wins Open Housing Victory in LouisvilleThis 1967 SCLC news release details the passage of a law forbidding racial discrimination in housing in Louisville, Kentucky. It also details the role that SCLC and its sister organizations had in bring about this legislation. |
Confidential MemorandumThis handwritten document outlines plans for the SCLC's Direct Action program. The program will target Birmingham, Alabama, Montgomery, Alabama and Danville, Virginia. |
Constitution and By-Laws of the SCLC, Inc.The SCLC exhibits its rules and regulations for the stability of the organization in this Constitution and by-laws. SCLC's constitution addresses several organizational related factors including board responsibilities, meetings, membership and chapter development. |
Cover Page for SCLC's Financial ReportThis cover page for SCLC's financial report indicates the period will cover from August 15 to August 19, 1966. |
Declaration of "Nobel Peace Prize Day" DesiredThis press release announces the Virginia State Unit of the SCLC's appeal to Governor Albertis Harrison in hopes that he will establish a "Nobel Peace Prize Day" in honor of Dr. King. The proposed day will possibly be held in conjunction with a speech Dr. King will deliver at Virginia State College and the Virginia SCLC State Convention. |
Do the Following to Keep National Attention Focused on SelmaDr. King composes a list of activities that will keep national attention focused on Selma. Written on Waldorf Astoria Hotel stationary, the list includes measures such as contacting top level government officials like President Johnson, organizing a march, and enlisting the help of celebrities. Dr. King concludes the list by emphasizing "We must insist that voting is the issue and here Selma has dirty hands." |
Dr. Abernathy Says Full Steam Ahead in '67Dr. Abernathy recaps accomplishments of the Southern Christian Leadership Conference for 1966. He states several objectives for the organization's efforts for 1967. |
Dr. Abernathy Selected for World Peace MissionThe Southern Christian Leadership Conference announces that Ralph D. Abernathy and his wife will embark on a world-wide mission for peace. Abernathy will serve as a delegate to the International Inter-religious Symposium on Peace. |
Dr. King Announces Appointment of Director of New SCLC Project to Train Urban Negro LeadersIn a press release, Dr. King announces Rev. T.Y. Rogers as the Director of the Negro ministerial training, a project created by the SCLC. The purpose of this program is to provide training seminars for ministers, which will ultimately assist congregational members with employment, economic development, voter registration, and education. |
Dr. King Announces Appointments in SCLC Operation BreadbasketDr. King announces two major appointments to the SCLC Operation Breadbasket staff. Reverend Jesse Jackson is named National Director and Reverend Calvin Morris is named Associate Director in Chicago. Operation Breadbasket was formed in 1962 to improve economic conditions in black communities throughout the US. |
Dr. King Leaves Montgomery for AtlantaThis news release announces Dr. King's decision to resign as Pastor of Dexter Avenue Baptist Church in Montgomery, Alabama and move to Atlanta, Georgia. Relocating to Atlanta will enable Dr. King to Co-Pastor Ebenezer Baptist Church with his father, and will leave him in close proximity to the SCLC. |
Executive "Action Team" of Dr. King's SCLC Leads Aggressive Programs for Human RightsThis news release discusses programs developed by the SCLC Executive Action Team to aggressively address the human rights struggles of the American Negro. Some of these programs include the Citizenship Education Program, Operation Breadbasket and the Urban Leadership Program. |
Executive Director's ReportWilliam A. Rutherford sends an informal report to the SCLC Executive Board in Washington, D.C. This is Rutherford's first report as an administrator of the organization and it purposes the ways in which the SCLC can better utilize, and apply, their resources. |
Executive OrdersDr. King drafts numerous directives pertaining to the 1964 expenses of the Southern Christian Leadership Conference. |