Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion
Martin Luther King Jr. Day 2025 Is an Opportunity for Advancing Social Justice
Social CurrentMartin Luther King Jr. Day, Jan. 20, 2025, is an annual observance to honor the life and legacy of the prominent civil rights leader. There are a variety of ways to recognize the holiday, including personal reflection, education, service projects, and advocacy.
“At Social Current, we say that equity is a journey, which always reminds me of the Martin Luther King Jr. quote, ‘If you can’t fly then run, if you can’t run then walk, if you can’t walk then crawl, but whatever you do, you have to keep moving forward,’” says Romero Davis, senior director of practice excellence at Social Current. “It’s a reminder of the principles of equity, justice, and the ongoing pursuit of a better, more inclusive society that Martin Luther King Jr. advocated for throughout his life.”
The King Center has given this year the theme, Mission Possible: Protecting Freedom, Justice, and Democracy in the Spirit of Nonviolence365. The center notes, “While apathy and despair tempt us, we must choose love-centered action and hope. We invite citizens of the world to rise with us … to co-labor with us in strategically addressing the inequities and ideologies that threaten our existence.”
Advancing Justice and Equity Through Federal Public Policy
Social Current is committed to advancing positive social change through public policy advocacy, learning opportunities, and full range of solutions. Our 2025-2027 Federal Public Policy agenda, which will be released Jan. 21, channels our vision and values into specific, actionable priorities that address systemic challenges, build resilience, and create opportunities for organizations to create positive impact.
We invite all human and social services professionals to join us in advancing key policies. Throughout 2025 and beyond, we will be sharing tools, resources, and training to help you and your organizations build your advocacy muscles. Join us for our free four-part advocacy webinar series to learn about key issues and how you can take action:
- Social Current’s Federal Policy Agenda: Jan. 22 from 1-2 p.m. ET
- Strategies for Workforce Sustainability and Insurance Accessibility: Feb. 19 from 1-2 p.m. ET
- Financial Health and Equity-Focused Advocacy: March 27 from 1-2 p.m. ET
- Behavioral Health Integration and Systems Change: April 22 from 1-2 p.m. ET
Register online to participate.
To receive information about opportunities to take action, gain access to exclusive resources, and work collaboratively alongside fellow social sector advocates, sign up for free to be a part of Social Current’s grassroots advocacy network.
“This federal public policy agenda is our roadmap for turning shared aspirations into action and ensuring that social sector organizations and leaders have the tools, resources, and support needed to thrive,” said Blair Abelle-Kiser, senior director of government affairs at Social Current. “It is a bold expression of our mission, vision, and values, designed to strengthen the sector and help create a society where all people can reach their full potential.”
Advancing EDI Strategies for Teams and Organizations
In addition to advancing public policies to create a more just and equitable society, it is important to advance parallel equity, diversity, and inclusion (EDI) goals within teams and organizations. Social Current is offering a four-part virtual learning series, starting March 26, that will delve into strategies for supporting workforce resilience.
The four-part series is rooted in EDI best practices for supervisors and leaders. Participants will learn how to help their diverse teams manage uncertainty and interpersonal conflict so they can create a healthy and resilient culture. Sessions in the series cover how to have crucial conversation, encourage psychological safety, and foster belonging.
The King Center affirms that its vision of the Beloved Community, “is not a lofty, unattainable utopia but an inclusive, achievable society, in which problems and conflict can exist, but are resolved peaceably.”
Learn more about Social Current’s work to support organizations in creating healthy and equitable society through its core Impact Areas.
About Social Current
Social Current is the premier partner and solutions provider to a diverse network of more than 1,800 human and social service organizations. Together with our network, we are activating the power of the social sector to effect broader systemic change that is needed to achieve our vision of an equitable society where all people can thrive. We support, strengthen, and amplify the work of the social sector in five core integrated areas including brain science and trauma-informed approaches; COA Accreditation; child, family, and community well-being; government affairs and advocacy; and leadership and organizational development.
