With multiple events throughout the year, the MRISJ’s Civic Speaker Series highlights civic leaders from our community and across the world. This signature series inspires attendees to spark conversation, share ideas, and act for social change.
Previous Civic Speaker Series events have highlighted youth activism and environmental justice, civic engagement in the classroom, social media activisms, and innovative ways to spark change through creativity.

January 30, 2025 at 5 p.m. »
Acclaimed author and speaker Sarah Lewis joins us to discuss the role of art and culture in racial justice and explore how visual representations can spark action and help create a more just future.
The MRISJ thanks Santander Bank for its generous support of the Civic Speaker Series.