University of Park Hosting Black History Month Discussion with Gwendolyn Grant
Gwendolyn Grant to Speak at Park University's Black History Month Program
Gwendolyn Grant, a prominent figure in social justice, civil rights, and parity, will be the featured speaker at a Black History Month program hosted by Park University on February 7, 2024. The event, which starts at 1 p.m., will take place at the Jenkin and Barbara David Theater inside Alumni Hall on Park University's flagship Parkville Campus.
A 1994 graduate of Park University, Grant has come a long way in her career. She was appointed as the first female CEO of the Urban League of Greater Kansas City in 1995 and has since served as the president and CEO of the organisation. In addition, she serves on the Missouri Coordinating Board for Higher Education and Workforce Development.
Grant is also the president of the Kansas City Public Schools Buildings Corporation Board and serves as publisher and editor-in-chief of the Urban League's State of Black Kansas City, a biannual report on African American progress. Her dedication to these causes has earned her numerous accolades, including the Whitney M. Young Leadership Award for Advancing Racial Equity and the 2022 National Urban League's Women of Power Award.
The State of Black Kansas City report focuses on five key areas: civic engagement, economics, education, health, and social justice. By bringing the plights of African Americans and women to the forefront, Grant continues to be a true champion for change.
For those unable to attend the event in person, a livestream will be available at our websiteumedia.com/our websiteumedia. Don't miss this opportunity to hear from one of the most influential voices in social justice and civil rights.
- Gwendolyn Grant, a champion for change in education-and-self-development areas like the Urban League's State of Black Kansas City report, will share her insights at Park University's Black History Month program on general-news topics such as social justice, politics, and personal-growth.
- In addition to her duties as a publisher and editor-in-chief, Grant engages in various activities that contribute to her personal-growth and impact society, including her service on the Missouri Coordinating Board for Higher Education and Workforce Development.
- While entertainment might not be the main focus of Grant's speech, her influential voice in social justice and civil rights can provide valuable perspectives on how social-media platforms can be used to raise awareness about important issues such as education, health, and social justice.
