We Paved the Way: An Author Talk with Jennifer Dixon-McKnight

Join us for a special author talk with historian and scholar Dr. Jennifer Dixon-McKnight, as she discusses her powerful new book, We Paved the Way: Black Women and the Charleston Hospital Workers' Campaign. In this groundbreaking work, Dr. Dixon-McKnight highlights the essential leadership of Black women in the 1969 Charleston Hospital Strike, a pivotal moment in the struggle for civil rights, labor rights, and human dignity.

We Paved the Way re-examines a critical chapter in Southern history and its enduring legacy for contemporary social justice movements. Dr. Dixon-McKnight will share insights into her research process, the women who inspired the book, and the ongoing relevance today.

Following the presentation, attendees will have the opportunity for Q&A and book signing.
This program will be held in the auditorium of The Pearl Innovation District.
Street parking and garage parking is located in the area.

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