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This week we are recognizing Macon B. Allen, an accomplished leader from the 1800s. A true #BarrierBreaker, Macon fought against the odds to become the first Black lawyer in the United States. Our participants at CEO often face a number of barriers when they return home. Our program is dedicated to helping them overcome these barriers so that they too can achieve success. #BlackHistoryMonth

It’s officially #BlackHistoryMonth and we’ve decided to do something a little different this year to celebrate. Each week we will recognize #BlackLeaders who may not be as widely known or discussed, but have made significant contributions to society or have had notable achievements. Let’s kick off the month with three women that have created an international movement dedicated to #equality. #BlackLivesMatter is a phrase people all over the world have come to know -- but do ...most people know how the #BLM movement came to be? Back in 2013, Patrisse Cullors, Alicia Garza, and Opal Tometi created the social justice movement to protest against incidents of police brutality and all racially motivated violence against black and brown people. The movement now has millions of followers of all different backgrounds and was just recently nominated for a Nobel Peace Prize. See more

CEO's Chief External Affairs Officer Chris Watler recently sat with Authority Magazine to share his thoughts on how society can be more inclusive, representative, and equitable. Read why Chris is optimistic about the future and learn more about CEO's efforts to promote diversity, equity and inclusion throughout our organization.

It's Friday...you know what that means!? Today is our last day of sharing our CEO #MLK reflections. What better way to end your week than with some powerful words from a CEO participant colleague and staff member. Visit the links below to read each blog. Erica's blog: https://ceoworks.org/blog/ceo-voices-erica-dimartino Joseph's blog: https://ceoworks.org/blog/ceo-voices-joseph-langdon

We hope you have been enjoying our staff and participant #MLK reflections. Here are the latest posts from CEO team members Destiny and Wallace. Visit the links below to read each blog. Destiny's blog: https://ceoworks.org/blog/ceo-voices-destiny-fordham Wallace's blog: https://ceoworks.org/blog/ceo-voices-wallace-stclair

As we approach the end of this historic day, please take a moment to read our latest #MLK reflections from Keito, a CEO staff member and Betty, a former participant colleague. Visit the links below to read each blog. Betty's blog: https://ceoworks.org/blog/ceo-voices-betty-mckay Keito's blog: https://ceoworks.org/blog/ceo-voices-keito-gray