Fannie Lou Hamer' s America- An American ReFramed Special

Get Connected Icon Happens On Mar 30, 2024
Get Connected Icon 12pm-2pm
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Description

Join the Ladies of Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Incorporated - Eta Pi Zeta Chapter as we learn how to be an advocate in our community. Students will be provided an informative workshop geared towards middle and high school students on advocacy. Join us for a chance to network, participate in fun activities, learn valuable skills and learn about one of the most remarkable woman in history Fannie Lou Hamer.

Sessions will be provided in English and Spanish, and will be organized by grade level. Student Service Learning (SSL) hours will be available for students. 

Topics and activities will include:

  • Watching a documentary on Fannie Lou Hamer
  • Women's presence in the Civil Right's movement
  • How to be an advocate in your community
  • Create a advocacy project for your community.

This event will be hosted at Marilyn J. Praisner Library. Must sign up in advance. 

 

Looking forward to bringing awareness to community  and advocacy for the community!!

Student participation in this service project is at the discretion of the student’s parent/guardian  and must be completed outside of school hours. The nonprofit organization is responsible for maintaining student safety. Parents/guardians should contact the nonprofit directly with any questions and/or concerns. 

Details

Get Connected Icon Volunteers should be between the ages of 11 and 18.
Get Connected Icon Is Family Friendly
Get Connected Icon Register by Mar 30, 2024
Get Connected Icon Is Not Outdoors
Get Connected Icon Is Wheelchair Accessible
Brought to you by Montgomery County Volunteer Center
Get Connected Icon volunteers under 12 must have a parent with them
Get Connected Icon Snacks will be provided

Location

Get Connected Icon 14910 Old Columbia Pike
Burtonsville, MD  20866