We are pleased to announce this year’s Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Commemorative, the NJ MLK Commission will be focusing on the women leaders of the struggle for equality and civil rights.

Please join this movement by creating an essay that will tell the story of Women Who Led, and how they can inspire you and all of us! We invite you to choose one of the 10 great leaders (listed below) and write an essay about what you find compelling about your choice. We will be seeking essays from Middle School and High School Students, as well as Youth engaged in various programs.

HINT: Essayists may have a greater chance of success if they select less well known women leaders. 

• Applications must be submitted online by due date for the essay contest until December 18, 2019.
• Notification of the essay honorees (a total of 10) will be sent by January 6, 2020.

Those selected will receive:

• A medal of Recognition;
• A $100 gift card;
• Essay will be posted on our website;
• Honorees will be asked to read their essay at the MLK Commemorative on January 19, 2020, at the State Museum Auditorium in Trenton, NJ.

If you have questions, please contact Rowena at (609) 633-9627 or Rowena.madden@sos.nj.gov

Thank you for participating!

George Guy, Jr., Chairman
New Jersey Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Commemorative Commission
New Jersey Department of State