Join the YWCA at the 2025 MLK Day March and Program!
The YWCA of Greater Cincinnati is proud to stand with the Martin Luther King Jr. Coalition to commemorate the 50th anniversary of this powerful event. This year’s theme, “Jubilee for MLK’s Beloved Community,” draws inspiration from Dr. King’s 1960 Freedom Jubilee speech, celebrating renewal, justice, and the ongoing fight for equality.
Rain, snow, or shine—this event will go on! Dress warmly and bring your YWCA spirit!
Event Details
Date: Monday, January 20, 2025
YWCA Meet Up: 10:15 a.m. on the river-facing side of the Freedom Center (See picture below for spot)
March Start: 10:30 a.m. (Immediately following a brief outdoor prayer service)
March Starting Location:
National Underground Railroad Freedom Center
50 East Freedom Way, Cincinnati, OH 45202March End Location: Washington Park
Program Start: 12:00 PM
Music Hall, 1241 Elm St., Cincinnati, OH 45202
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Where to Meet:
Join us at 10:15 a.m. on the river-facing side of the Freedom Center, by the wall circled in the provided image below. Look for the YWCA banner and persimmon umbrellas. Call or text Ryane Sickles, Equity Advocacy Director at 330-962-2541 for assistance if needed.
Wear Persimmon!
Show your support by wearing YWCA’s signature color, persimmon, as a bold statement of unity and commitment to Dr. King’s vision.
Why Attend?
Inspiring Performances: Enjoy the MLK Chorale, Samba Band, Steppers, and a special children’s segment—“Land of Superheroes”—presented by the Bootsy Collins Foundation.
Keynote Speaker: Hear from Dr. Hasan Kwame Jeffries, Professor of History at Ohio State University, as he inspires us to continue advancing equity and justice.
March for Justice: Join the community in honoring Dr. King’s legacy and recommitting to the creation of a beloved community.
For those unable to march, complimentary transportation will be provided by Metro’s Rosa Parks Bus. Contact 513-621-4455 for details.
YWCA MLK Contact:
Ryane Sickles
Equity Advocacy Director
Phone: 330-962-2541
Email: rsickles@ywcacin.org
General Event Contact:
Martin Luther King Jr. Coalition
Website: https://www.mlkcoalition.org
Email: Marketing@mlkcoalition.org
YWCA meeting location for the march is circled in red.