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A bust of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. is illuminated by a spotlight as Amb. Andrew Young delivered an inspiring speech to a captivated audience during a special MLK celebration last year at Jackson State University in Jackson, Miss. (AP Photo/Rogelio V. Solis)

In a star-studded event earlier this year, Andrew Young received the Trustees Emmy Award for Lifetime Achievement from the National Academy of Television Arts and Sciences. Read more...

Andrew Young Behind-the-Scenes with Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.

AMB. ANDREW YOUNG

Andrew Young relates a behind-the-scenes account of the moments he shared with Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. and Ralph Abernathy, as well as vivid portrayals of such historic figures as the Kennedy brothers, President Johnson, and J. Edgar Hoover.

Reflecting on his experiences during the civil rights movement, Andrew Young inspires and challenges audiences to continue to push toward peace and justice throughout the world.

Ambassador Andrew Young recently spoke at Roger Williams University, and following the event there was an amazing article published with highlights from the lecture and a tribute to Ambassador Young's legacy. Click HERE to read the full article.

Rave Reviews for Amb. Young Include...

"Everyone was thrilled just to be in the same room with the Ambassador. The speech drew about 900 people from the community and campus...he took to the stage with no notes and just spoke from the heart. He signed books and fliers afterward and posed for lots of photos. We have received lots of kudos for bringing him in."
- Indiana State University

"Andrew Young was phenomenal! We had a full house and the program went great!"
- University of Massachusetts–Dartmouth

"Your inspiring, informative, challenging and eye-opening remarks not only brought personal value to everyone, but left a positive and lasting impression on all attendees....you are truly a unique and special human being."
- American Honda Motor Co., Inc.


INSPIRING VOICES
AL ROKER
Weatherman & Host of NBC's Today Show
MAE JEMISON
First African-American Woman in Space
DELLA REESE
World Famous Singer, Actress, Television Star
ROLAND FRYER
"One of the top Young Economists in the World" -Economist Magazine
JUDITH JAMISON
Inspiring Artistic Director, Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater (1989-2011)
DEBORAH ROBERTS
ABC News Correspondent
KENDRICK MEEK
Former U.S. Rep (D), Florida's 17th Congressional District
CAROL MOSELY BRAUN
Former U.S. Senator & Ambassador
DESIREE ROGERS
CEO Johnson Publishing Co. & Former White House Social Secretary
DAVID PATERSON
Former Governor of
New York
DONNA BRAZILE
CNN Political Commentator & One of the "50 Most Powerful Women in America" - Essence Magazine
GREG GUMBLE
Emmy Award-Winning Sportscaster
GLORIA REUBEN
Actress, Singer, Activist
CARL LEWIS
9-Time Olympic Gold Medalist
ONA BROWN
Author and Personal & Professional Transformation Expert
HILL HARPER
Actor, Activist,
Acclaimed Author


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