Encouraging diversity, equity and human rights with the MLK Commission

First Lady & Friends

Encouraging diversity, equity and human rights with the MLK Commission

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Published on Jan 12, 2023, 9:58:15 AM
Total time: 00:47:04

Episode Description

Members of the Martin Luther King Jr. Human Rights Commission join Utah's First Lady, Abby Cox, to celebrate the legacy of Martin Luther King Jr. and to talk about the commission's goals of advocating for and supporting underserved communities throughout the state of Utah.

We also discuss how the murder of George Floyd was a tipping point in society that has led to countless moments of self-reflection and exploratory conversations within our communities to bring us closer together as Utahns. 

Guests: 

Commission Chair Bridget Shears
Vice Chair Aanjel Clayton
Commissioner Dr. Tamara Stevenson
Commissioner Ofa Matagi
Commissioner Luna Banuri

To find out more information regarding the MLK Jr. Human Rights Commission, you can visit the official MLK Jr. Human Rights Commission website.

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Join Utah’s First Lady Abby Cox and her friends for timely and candid conversations with fascinating people with unique perspectives in an effort to unite us all through our common humanity. Each week, Abby dives into discussions on topics ranging from education to motherhood to mental health and beyond. 

Abby is an outspoken advocate for “getting proximate” with people who have different viewpoints, and using her platform as Utah’s First Lady to combat the empathy crisis our country is facing. 

Come along with us as we journey to bring courage, compassion and connection back into our homes and communities... and have a lot of fun along the way! THANK YOU for being our friend.