25th Anniversary Martin Luther King Jr. Stop The Violence Celebration

The PARTI 25th Annual Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Stop The Violence Event youth led event is a two day celebration, January 17-18, 2025.

Sponsors: Santa Clara Family Health Plan, Meriwest Credit Union, Valley Water, UPS Store - (Almaden Expressway, King & Story, and @kiely & Homestead)

Martin Luther King Jr.

"The function of education is to teach one to think intensively and to think critically. Intelligence plus character—that is the goal of true education."

PARTI dedicates the Martin Luther King Jr. Event to Irwin "Dudie" Dillon II - PARTI Mentor, Participant, Alumni

6:00pm -

VIP Reception

Networking

Appetizers

Remarks

Entertainment

7:30pm -

Tribute to Dr. Mr. Luther King Jr. and Legacy of Social Justice

Dedication To Dudie

Song Dedication

8:30pm - 11pm

Celebration

Why This Event Matters to the Community

The celebration is a platform where youth from marginalized communities can rise to leadership, using their voices and talents to address the issues that directly affect them. It provides them the opportunity to express their experiences and aspirations for a future where racial justice, equity, and peace are the norm. By engaging in cultural performances, stepping, film production, and more, these youth are not only honoring Dr. King's legacy but actively building a more inclusive, safe, and empowered community.

Purpose of the Event

The 25th Annual Martin Luther King Jr. Stop The Violence Celebration aims to honor Dr. King's legacy by fostering unity, racial equity, and youth empowerment through artistic and cultural expression. The event, led by students, is designed to create a platform for diverse youth to showcase their talents, voice their concerns, and advocate for social justice, safety, and wellness.

Why This Event is Important in 2025

As we inaugurate a new President of the United States, this event becomes more relevant than ever. It not only honors the vision of Dr. King but also serves as a reminder of the work that remains to be done in building a fair and equitable society. In a time of change and reflection, the celebration symbolizes hope, progress, and the ongoing struggle for justice. By engaging youth, particularly those from marginalized communities, in leadership roles, this celebration empowers the next generation to carry forward Dr. King’s vision of racial equity, safety, and gender equality.

About PARTI: PARTI was founded in San Jose, Ca. when 3 African American High School 9th grade students asked support from Winston Ashby to create a presentation that they could do during a school assembly so that African Americans could have a equity on campus.

Our Why:

PARTI was created in 2000 to provide activities for youth that build racial equity, safety, culture, wellness, and gender equality. Every day, we work to transform the lives of youth who suffer from bullying, depression, violent lifestyles, unhealthy relationships, and unstable families.

Vision Statement:

We empower the next generation of leaders.

Mission Statement:

The mission of the Positive Alternative Recreation Teambuilding Impact (PARTI) is to promote education around youth healthy lifestyles and healthy decision-making.

Our Values:

We envision a world where every youth has access to the resources and tools to thrive, regardless of race, gender, nationality, family economic status, or ability status.

The 25th Annual Martin Luther King Jr. Celebration features:

● Celebrity performer

● Stepping and Step Dance

● Traditional California Artists

● Youth Art

● Youth, Community and Celebrity Fashion Designers

● Self -Care Artistic Curators

● Cultural Performers – dance, singing, stepping, Folklorical, West Indian. Etc.

● Youth Performing Cultures: Hip Hop- K-pop, Cheer, pop, etc.

● Video production

● Film production

● Photography

● Artistic makeup and hair design productions.

Host or Publisher PARTI Program