Reebok Human Rights Awards on Aug. 12
Reebok Human Rights Award Recipients to be Announced August 12 at
Virtual Summit Honoring the Next Generation of Activists
WHAT: 2021 Reebok Human Rights Award Summit to announce recipients of the 2021 Reebok Human Rights Award.
WHEN: Thursday, August 12 @ 2 - 4pm CST.
WHERE: Virtually - register at: https://www.reebok.com/us/
- Kenneth Mullinax/ASU; contributed to this story.
Alabama State University, in close partnership supporting Reebok and the American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU), announces a unique virtual event to be held on Thursday, August 12, as Reebok unveils the recipients of its revitalized Reebok Human Rights Award program, which honors extraordinary human rights activists under 30 years of age. The program, which previously ran from 1988 to 2007, returns this year.
AWARD CELEBRATES THREE ACTIVISTS
The Reebok Human Rights Award Summit will celebrate three incredible activists who are working to dismantle one of the greatest threats to human rights – systemic racism. Each honoree will receive a $100,000 grant to support their important work.
The Reebok Human Rights Award Summit will take place virtually and feature a keynote address from activist and #MeToo founder Tarana Burke.
In addition, there will be a spoken word-piece by poet, activist and Reebok Human Rights Board of Advisors (RHA) member Sara Mora, and the three recipients will participate in a panel hosted by national civil rights organizer and RHA member Tiffany Dena Loftin.
The Summit will also feature guest appearances from Reebok partners including Shaquille O’Neal, Dee Brown, Lexie Brown, and more.
PAST REEBOK HUMAN RIGHTS AWARD WINNERS
The Reebok Human Rights Award program has a legacy of more than 80 recipients from nearly 40 countries. The legacy program highlighted individuals doing impactful work to promote human rights, fight injustice and it provided funds to help them continue in their vocation. Past recipients include Winona LaDuke (1988); Li Lui, Wang Dan, Chai Ling, and Wu’Er KaiXi (1989); Bryan Stevenson (1989); Van Jones (1998); and Vanita Gupta (2004).
PROGRAM'S BOARD OF ADVISORS
The program’s Board of Advisors includes Anthony D. Romero, executive director of the ACLU; Amber Hikes, chief equity and inclusion officer of the ACLU; Hall of Fame rugby player and entrepreneur Phaidra Knight (ASU alumna); Dr. Regina Moorer, assistant professor at ASU; immigrant rights activist Sara Mora; national civil rights organizer Tiffany Dena Loftin; former NBA superstar Shaquille O’Neal; and Reebok vice president of Creative Direction and founder of Pyer Moss, Kerby Jean-Raymond.
NEWS MEDIA CONTACTS
Andrea Nirsimloo, M&C Saatchi Sport & Entertainment.
andrea.nirsimloo@mcsaatchi.com
Dan Sarro, Reebok Corporate Communications.
Kenneth Mullinax, Alabama State University; 334-229-4104.
ABOUT REEBOK
Reebok International Ltd., headquartered in Boston, MA, USA, is a leading worldwide designer, marketer and distributor of fitness and lifestyle footwear, apparel and equipment. An American-inspired global brand, Reebok is a pioneer in the sporting goods industry with a rich and storied fitness heritage. Reebok develops products, technologies and programming that enable movement so people can fulfill their potential. Reebok connects with the fitness consumer wherever they are and however they choose to stay fit – whether it’s functional training, running, combat training, walking, dance, yoga or aerobics. Reebok Classics leverages the brand’s fitness heritage and represents the roots of the brand in the sports lifestyle market. For more information, visit Reebok at www.reebok.com, or, for the latest news at http://news.reebok.com/
Discover Reebok at the following locations: https://www.
ABOUT ACLU
For nearly 100 years, the ACLU has worked in courts, legislatures, and communities to protect the constitutional rights of all people. With a nationwide network of offices and millions of members and supporters, we take up the toughest civil liberties fights. Beyond one person, party, or side — 'We the People' dare to create a more perfect union. Learn more at aclu.org
ABOUT ALABAMA STATE UNIVERSITY
Founded in 1867, Alabama State University is a comprehensive, regional institution offering students from across the nation and around the globe, a world-class education. ASU’s learning experiences are holistic and are designed to develop intellectual, as well as social, moral, cultural and ethical values. ASU graduates are equipped with the skills, insights, attitudes and practical experiences that will enable them to become well-rounded, contributing citizens, fully qualified to take their places in their chosen professions and in service to humanity.
Over the past 15 years, ASU has experienced tremendous growth, both physically and academically. State-of-the-art academic facilities now grace the 395-acre campus. High-demand programs have been established and cutting-edge research is being conducted by ASU faculty and students. With a focus on a global initiative, the campus has a more diverse population while maintaining its proud heritage as one of the nation’s leading Historically Black College and Universities (HBCUs). We offer the Bachelor of Arts and Bachelor of Science, as well as master’s and educational specialist degrees.
The University also offers the Ph.D. in microbiology, the Ed.D. and the Ph.D. in Educational Leadership, Policy and Law, the Clinical Doctorate in Physical Therapy and the Master of Science in Prosthetics and Orthotics.
For more information about Alabama State University, visit www.alasu.edu.
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