Journey to Justice for Adult Community Members

Students outside the National Museum of Peace and Justice

Journey to Justice invites adult community members to engage the history and ongoing realities of race in America through immersive learning, ethical reflection, and dialogue across difference.

Participants encounter civil rights history where it unfolded and are invited to reflect on how this history continues to shape communities, institutions, and public life today.

What Community Members Experience

  • Visits to historic civil rights sites, museums, and memorials across the American South
  • Guided discussion of primary sources and historical interpretation
  • Opportunities for reflection on race, justice, and civic responsibility
  • Dialogue with participants across generations and backgrounds

Community members participate fully in all program activities alongside students and educators.

Who Should Participate

Journey to Justice is well suited for adult participants who are open to thoughtful engagement, reflective learning, and respectful dialogue about difficult history.

No prior academic background is required—only a willingness to listen, ask questions, and reflect on how the past shapes present responsibilities.

Students and teacher beside the Edmund Pettus Bridge

Access and Support

Journey to Justice is committed to expanding access to civil rights education for adult community members.

While funding is currently secured for specific participant groups, the program actively seeks additional donor and community support to assist participants with demonstrated financial need.

Many participants receive support from employers, faith communities, or civic organizations who recognize Journey to Justice as a meaningful form of professional and civic development. Employers are encouraged to consider covering or contributing toward participation costs as an investment in leadership, equity awareness, and community engagement.

Program Details

Dates: June 6–12, 2026
Format: Travel-based immersive learning experience
Locations: Multiple historic civil rights sites across the American South

Register Now!

To request additional information, contact Dr. Valerie Stein at vs9@evansville.edu.