FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

September 27, 2023

Detroit, MI – The Detroit Association of Black Organizations (DABO) is proud to announce that Dr. Cornel West will be the keynote speaker for their Community Empowerment Speaker Series. This event is open to the public, and members of the press are encouraged to attend.

Dr. Cornel West is a prominent philosopher, political activist, and social critic known for his incisive commentary on race, culture, and politics. He is one of the leading voices in contemporary American discourse and is widely recognized for his insights into the human condition and the forces that shape our world.

The Community Empowerment Speaker Series is a program designed to inspire and empower members of the community. It provides a platform for thought-provoking speakers to share their insights and observations on topics that are relevant to the community’s needs and aspirations. Wednesday’s topic will be the radical legacy of MLK King.

The event will be held on Wednesday, September 27, 2023, at 6 p.m. at the Dr. LaVonne M. Sheffield Bridge Center Library located at 9928 Grand River Ave in Detroit, MI 48204. Photo and video opportunities will be available during the event.

Members of the press who wish to attend are kindly requested to RSVP to teshayla@coates-communications.com or call 313-363-6431. For further information or to schedule an interview with Dr. West, please do not hesitate to contact us.

We look forward to welcoming Dr. Cornel West and the community to this inspiring and empowering event.

Who:

Dr. Cornel West

The Detroit Association of Black Organizations

Members of the community

What:

Community empowerment speaker series

When:

Wednesday, September 27, 2023

6 p.m.

*Photo and video opps available

Where:

Dr. LaVonne M. Sheffield Bridge Center Library

9928 Grand River Ave

Detroit, MI 48204

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About the Detroit Association of Black Organizations Established in 1979, the Detroit Association of Black Organizations (DABO) has been a champion for greater unity and opportunities in Detroit’s African American community. Through an expansive network of over 130 organizations, DABO strives to create meaningful resources aimed at improving quality-of-life initiatives around the city. For more information on how this organization is inspiring progress through connection and collaboration visit www.dabodetroitinc.com!