Golden Valley Human Rights Commission Announces Martin Luther King Human Rights Contest

Press release from the City of Golden Valley:

September 22, 2020

The Golden Valley Human Rights Commission (HRC) is honoring the legacy of Dr Martin Luther King Jr with the third annual Dr Martin Luther King Jr Human Rights Contest. The deadline for students to enter in Dec 1, 2020, 4 pm with the winner announced on Human Rights Day, Dec 10, 2020.

This year’s theme is “Allyship,” and students are asked to build on Dr King’s passion and leadership to answer the following question:

1. What does it mean to be a good ally in the world today?

Submissions

Students may enter essays, songs, or poetry of 900 words or less on 8-1/2″ x 11″ paper, double spaced. Entries can also be in audio or video form, submitted through YouTube or other multi-media platforms accompanied by a transcribed version. Submissions will be judged on inspiration, clarity, creativity, and content applicable to the theme. Entries must include:

• students name, address, phone/email, and grade level
• parent name, phone/email
• school name and teacher contact information

The contest is open to students who live in Golden Valley, attend a school in Golden Valley, or attend a Robbinsdale Area District or Hopkins District school.

Submissions are due by Dec 1, 2020 4 pm and can be submitted to HRC Staff Liaison Kirsten Santelices at 7800 Golden Valley Rd, Golden Valley, MN 55427 or via email at ksantelices@goldenvalleymn.gov.

Winners will be announced Dec 10, 2020 and will receive a $50 cash prize.

For more information, visit the Human Rights Contest page on the City website or contact HRC Staff Liaison Kirsten Santelices at 763-593-3989.

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