January - MLK Jr & National Mentoring Month - Diversity, Equity & Inclusion (DEI) - LibGuides at Hagerstown Community College

Photograph by Steve Schapiro

ed. 1964

Written 1962

Chapter 2 page 65

Sermon given on February 4,1968

Who is Martin Luther King Jr.
To understand what makes a good leader, you must understand an individual's history. Read a brief biography from The King Center.
"What is your Blueprint?"
King spoke to a group of students at Barratt Junior High School in Philadelphia on October 26, 1967. The speech demonstrates King's mission to uplift children in their goals and dreams.
"I've been to the Mountaintop"
Dr King's final speech before his assassination. He continues his promotion of nonviolence and cooperation, serving as a mentor to the people that look up to him.
Mentors to Martin Luther King, Jr.
A panel discussion was held on mentors to the Reverend Martin Luther King, Jr., and influences on his thinking. Featuring Howard Thurman and Benjamin Elijah Mays.

Mentor National
Find opportunities all month long to grow the movement and celebrate the power of supportive and meaningful mentor relationships! Learn how you can participate by exploring MENTOR’s resources.
Big Brothers Big Sisters of America
Big Brothers Big Sisters of America is the preeminent one-to-one youth mentoring organization.
Skills for Successful Mentoring
Dr. Phillip-Jones identifies the top competencies for successful mentors and mentees in this short article.
How to find a mentor
This article gives a short list of characteristics you should look for when trying to find a mentor for yourself or others.
Becoming a great mentor
A successful mentor is not just an advisor, but a role model, guide and colleague. Here’s how to make the most of this important role.

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Diversity, Equity & Inclusion (DEI): January - MLK Jr & National Mentoring Month