Amsterdam News Staff
The NAACP-Newark Chapter is hosting a panel discussion on Black Lives Matter Saturday, Feb. 27 from noon to 4 p.m. at the Newark Library in the Centennial Hall and fourth floor auditorium.
The panel will discuss the Black Lives Matter movement from the perspective of community activists and social service practitioners, addressing such topics as violence as a health crisis, the role of the media, the arts and recreation, incarceration, poverty, education and other areas.
Newark Department of Health and Community Wellness Director Dr. Hanaa A. Handi will serve as moderator for the event. Panelists will outline the challenges and offer solutions that will serve as “action steps” for attendees. The event will also feature exhibitors from social service agencies who will distribute information about their programs and services to the Newark community.
The NAACP is inviting local elders to come to the library before the panel discussion from 11:45 a.m. and 1:45 p.m. to talk about their experiences in the city, which will be recorded by the chapter.
Go to www.newarknaacp.org for more information.