Unity empowers us, love uplifts us, and solidarity binds us. Together, we are unstoppable in our pursuit of a brighter tomorrow.

Courage is fear that persevered.

Courage does not mean you aren't scared to do something, it means you were brave enough to keep going despite your fear.

There are six principles of Kingian Nonviolence. The first is love. More from DMI President Arndrea Waters King:

.Arndrea Waters King and I believe that Dad’s dream is within our reach. Realize the Dream is built on that belief. More: realizethedream.org

Peace begins with a single step towards understanding and compassion.

In the Beloved Community, every voice is heard, every heart is valued, and every dream is embraced.

Happy Heavenly Birthday, Coretta Scott King! Her legacy embodies strength, hope, and resilience in the journey for peace and justice. As we work toward a Beloved Community, her spirit fuels our drive.

As we close out the week, let's reflect on MLK's words: 'The time is always right to do what is right.' Drum Major Institute will continue to stand up for what is just and right, following in the footsteps of MLK's legacy.

No matter how dark, hard and challenging the times are, there's always better days to come.

Two quotes that remind us progress isn't automatic; it requires ongoing effort. Peace is an active, ongoing process, not a passive outcome.

We can only build a Beloved community, by each one of us living up to our passions, our dreams, and our unique gifts.

This week, challenge yourself to share the highest form of love, agapè love. This is a love that seeks nothing in return. It highlights the humanity and dignity of all people. Agapè love is transformative and has the power to change the world.

True peace isn't just the absence of tension, but the presence of justice. It's achieved through collective action, not collective guilt.

Never let fear talk you out of your calling. Lean into courage, it's not the absence of fear it's persevering despite fear.

The arc of the moral universe is long, but it does bend towards justice. It's up to each one of us to find our place in helping to bend that arc.