U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Office of Civil Rights Director Velveta Golightly-Howell recites her poem "Glory Beckons" at the close of the first day of the inaugural National Civil Rights Conference, “21st Century Civil Rights: Integrity. Integration. Innovation. Initiative” at the U.S. Institute of Peace in Washington, D.C. on Wednesday, Nov. 4, 2015. USDA photo by Lance Cheung.

Intermission and time that attendees take to network with colleagues and other civil rights professionals, before breakout sessions at the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) and U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) sponsored National Civil Rights Conference, “21st Century Civil Rights: Integrity. Integration. Innovation. Initiative” at the U.S. Institute of Peace in Washington, D.C. on Wednesday, Nov. 4, 2015. USDA photo by Lance Cheung.

This interactive training event will feature voices of experience, research, discussions, and thought-provoking dialogue. Workshop, Panel and Town Hall sessions will feature representatives from federal and local governments, tribes, community groups, business and industry, public interest groups, academia, and other entities. The integrative forum will provide conference participants an opportunity to network with colleagues representing a variety of interests who are from diverse organizations. Conference participants will accrue informative and productive resources that can support their individual program goals and objectives. We wish every conference participant a productive and positive experience through innovation and collaboration. USDA photo by Lance Cheung. at the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) and U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) sponsored National Civil Rights Conference, “21st Century Civil Rights: Integrity. Integration. Innovation. Initiative” at the U.S. Institute of Peace in Washington, D.C. on Wednesday, Nov. 4, 2015. This interactive training event will feature voices of experience, research, discussions, and thought-provoking dialogue. Workshop, Panel and Town Hall sessions will feature representatives from federal and local governments, tribes, community groups, business and industry, public interest groups, academia, and other entities. The integrative forum will provide conference participants an opportunity to network with colleagues representing a variety of interests who are from diverse organizations. Conference participants will accrue informative and productive resources that can support their individual program goals and objectives. We wish every conference participant a productive and positive experience through innovation and collaboration.

U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Office of Civil Rights Director Velveta Golightly-Howell recites her poem "Glory Beckons" at the close of the first day of the inaugural National Civil Rights Conference, “21st Century Civil Rights: Integrity. Integration. Innovation. Initiative” at the U.S. Institute of Peace in Washington, D.C. on Wednesday, Nov. 4, 2015. USDA photo by Lance Cheung.

The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) and U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) sponsor the National Civil Rights Conference, “21st Century Civil Rights: Integrity. Integration. Innovation. Initiative” at the U.S. Institute of Peace in Washington, D.C. on Wednesday, Nov. 4, 2015. This interactive training event will feature voices of experience, research, discussions, and thought-provoking dialogue. Workshop, Panel and Town Hall sessions will feature representatives from federal and local governments, tribes, community groups, business and industry, public interest groups, academia, and other entities. The integrative forum will provide conference participants an opportunity to network with colleagues representing a variety of interests who are from diverse organizations. Conference participants will accrue informative and productive resources that can support their individual program goals and objectives. We wish every conference participant a productive and positive experience through innovation and collaboration. USDA photo by Lance Cheung.

The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) and U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) sponsor the National Civil Rights Conference, “21st Century Civil Rights: Integrity. Integration. Innovation. Initiative” at the U.S. Institute of Peace in Washington, D.C. on Wednesday, Nov. 4, 2015. This interactive training event will feature voices of experience, research, discussions, and thought-provoking dialogue. Workshop, Panel and Town Hall sessions will feature representatives from federal and local governments, tribes, community groups, business and industry, public interest groups, academia, and other entities. The integrative forum will provide conference participants an opportunity to network with colleagues representing a variety of interests who are from diverse organizations. Conference participants will accrue informative and productive resources that can support their individual program goals and objectives. We wish every conference participant a productive and positive experience through innovation and collaboration. USDA photo by Lance Cheung.

The audience listens to Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack presenting his keynote address at the National Civil Rights Conference, “21st Century Civil Rights: Integrity. Integration. Innovation. Initiative” at the U.S. Institute of Peace in Washington, D.C. on Wednesday, Nov. 4, 2015. USDA photo by Lance Cheung.

The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) and U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) sponsor the National Civil Rights Conference, “21st Century Civil Rights: Integrity. Integration. Innovation. Initiative” at the U.S. Institute of Peace in Washington, D.C. on Wednesday, Nov. 4, 2015. This interactive training event will feature voices of experience, research, discussions, and thought-provoking dialogue. Workshop, Panel and Town Hall sessions will feature representatives from federal and local governments, tribes, community groups, business and industry, public interest groups, academia, and other entities. The integrative forum will provide conference participants an opportunity to network with colleagues representing a variety of interests who are from diverse organizations. Conference participants will accrue informative and productive resources that can support their individual program goals and objectives. We wish every conference participant a productive and positive experience through innovation and collaboration.

The audience listens to Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack presenting his keynote address at the National Civil Rights Conference, “21st Century Civil Rights: Integrity. Integration. Innovation. Initiative” at the U.S. Institute of Peace in Washington, D.C. on Wednesday, Nov. 4, 2015. USDA photo by Lance Cheung.

The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) and U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) sponsor the National Civil Rights Conference, “21st Century Civil Rights: Integrity. Integration. Innovation. Initiative” at the U.S. Institute of Peace in Washington, D.C. on Wednesday, Nov. 4, 2015. This interactive training event will feature voices of experience, research, discussions, and thought-provoking dialogue. Workshop, Panel and Town Hall sessions will feature representatives from federal and local governments, tribes, community groups, business and industry, public interest groups, academia, and other entities. The integrative forum will provide conference participants an opportunity to network with colleagues representing a variety of interests who are from diverse organizations. Conference participants will accrue informative and productive resources that can support their individual program goals and objectives. We wish every conference participant a productive and positive experience through innovation and collaboration.

Attendees, head to the Great Hall for lunch, during the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) and U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) sponsored National Civil Rights Conference at the U.S. Institute of Peace in Washington, D.C. on Wednesday, Nov. 4, 2015. This interactive training event will feature voices of experience, research, discussions, and thought-provoking dialogue. Workshop, Panel and Town Hall sessions will feature representatives from federal and local governments, tribes, community groups, business and industry, public interest groups, academia, and other entities. The integrative forum will provide conference participants an opportunity to network with colleagues representing a variety of interests who are from diverse organizations. Conference participants will accrue informative and productive resources that can support their individual program goals and objectives. We wish every conference participant a productive and positive experience through innovation and collaboration. USDA photo by Lance Cheung.

Attendees begin to network soon after arriving at the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) and U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) sponsored National Civil Rights Conference, “21st Century Civil Rights: Integrity. Integration. Innovation. Initiative” at the U.S. Institute of Peace in Washington, D.C. on Wednesday, Nov. 4, 2015. This interactive training event will feature voices of experience, research, discussions, and thought-provoking dialogue. Workshop, Panel and Town Hall sessions will feature representatives from federal and local governments, tribes, community groups, business and industry, public interest groups, academia, and other entities. The integrative forum will provide conference participants an opportunity to network with colleagues representing a variety of interests who are from diverse organizations. Conference participants will accrue informative and productive resources that can support their individual program goals and objectives. We wish every conference participant a productive and positive experience through innovation and collaboration. USDA photo by Lance Cheung.

Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack makes the keynote address at the National Civil Rights Conference, “21st Century Civil Rights: Integrity. Integration. Innovation. Initiative” at the U.S. Institute of Peace in Washington, D.C. on Wednesday, Nov. 4, 2015. USDA photo by Lance Cheung.

The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) and U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) sponsor the National Civil Rights Conference, “21st Century Civil Rights: Integrity. Integration. Innovation. Initiative” at the U.S. Institute of Peace in Washington, D.C. on Wednesday, Nov. 4, 2015. This interactive training event will feature voices of experience, research, discussions, and thought-provoking dialogue. Workshop, Panel and Town Hall sessions will feature representatives from federal and local governments, tribes, community groups, business and industry, public interest groups, academia, and other entities. The integrative forum will provide conference participants an opportunity to network with colleagues representing a variety of interests who are from diverse organizations. Conference participants will accrue informative and productive resources that can support their individual program goals and objectives. We wish every conference participant a productive and positive experience through innovation and collaboration.

Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack makes the keynote address at the National Civil Rights Conference, “21st Century Civil Rights: Integrity. Integration. Innovation. Initiative” at the U.S. Institute of Peace in Washington, D.C. on Wednesday, Nov. 4, 2015. USDA photo by Lance Cheung.

The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) and U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) sponsor the National Civil Rights Conference, “21st Century Civil Rights: Integrity. Integration. Innovation. Initiative” at the U.S. Institute of Peace in Washington, D.C. on Wednesday, Nov. 4, 2015. This interactive training event will feature voices of experience, research, discussions, and thought-provoking dialogue. Workshop, Panel and Town Hall sessions will feature representatives from federal and local governments, tribes, community groups, business and industry, public interest groups, academia, and other entities. The integrative forum will provide conference participants an opportunity to network with colleagues representing a variety of interests who are from diverse organizations. Conference participants will accrue informative and productive resources that can support their individual program goals and objectives. We wish every conference participant a productive and positive experience through innovation and collaboration.

Intermission and time that attendees take to network with colleagues and other civil rights professionals, before breakout sessions at the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) and U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) sponsored National Civil Rights Conference, “21st Century Civil Rights: Integrity. Integration. Innovation. Initiative” at the U.S. Institute of Peace in Washington, D.C. on Wednesday, Nov. 4, 2015.

This interactive training event will feature voices of experience, research, discussions, and thought-provoking dialogue. Workshop, Panel and Town Hall sessions will feature representatives from federal and local governments, tribes, community groups, business and industry, public interest groups, academia, and other entities. The integrative forum will provide conference participants an opportunity to network with colleagues representing a variety of interests who are from diverse organizations. Conference participants will accrue informative and productive resources that can support their individual program goals and objectives. We wish every conference participant a productive and positive experience through innovation and collaboration. USDA photo by Lance Cheung. at the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) and U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) sponsored National Civil Rights Conference, “21st Century Civil Rights: Integrity. Integration. Innovation. Initiative” at the U.S. Institute of Peace in Washington, D.C. on Wednesday, Nov. 4, 2015. This interactive training event will feature voices of experience, research, discussions, and thought-provoking dialogue. Workshop, Panel and Town Hall sessions will feature representatives from federal and local governments, tribes, community groups, business and industry, public interest groups, academia, and other entities. The integrative forum will provide conference participants an opportunity to network with colleagues representing a variety of interests who are from diverse organizations. Conference participants will accrue informative and productive resources that can support their individual program goals and objectives. We wish every conference participant a productive and positive experience through innovation and collaboration. USDA photo by Lance Cheung.

U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Office of Civil Rights Director Velveta Golightly-Howell recites her poem "Glory Beckons" at the close of the first day of the inaugural National Civil Rights Conference, “21st Century Civil Rights: Integrity. Integration. Innovation. Initiative” at the U.S. Institute of Peace in Washington, D.C. on Wednesday, Nov. 4, 2015. USDA photo by Lance Cheung.

U.S. Commission on Civil Rights Vice Chair Patricia Timmons-Goodson speaks during the luncheon at the National Civil Rights Conference, “21st Century Civil Rights: Integrity. Integration. Innovation. Initiative” at the U.S. Institute of Peace in Washington, D.C. on Wednesday, Nov. 4, 2015. USDA photo by Lance Cheung.

The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) and U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) sponsor the National Civil Rights Conference, “21st Century Civil Rights: Integrity. Integration. Innovation. Initiative” at the U.S. Institute of Peace in Washington, D.C. on Wednesday, Nov. 4, 2015. This interactive training event will feature voices of experience, research, discussions, and thought-provoking dialogue. Workshop, Panel and Town Hall sessions will feature representatives from federal and local governments, tribes, community groups, business and industry, public interest groups, academia, and other entities. The integrative forum will provide conference participants an opportunity to network with colleagues representing a variety of interests who are from diverse organizations. Conference participants will accrue informative and productive resources that can support their individual program goals and objectives. We wish every conference participant a productive and positive experience through innovation and collaboration.

U.S. Commission on Civil Rights Vice Chair Patricia Timmons-Goodson speaks during the luncheon at the National Civil Rights Conference, “21st Century Civil Rights: Integrity. Integration. Innovation. Initiative” at the U.S. Institute of Peace in Washington, D.C. on Wednesday, Nov. 4, 2015. USDA photo by Lance Cheung.

The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) and U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) sponsor the National Civil Rights Conference, “21st Century Civil Rights: Integrity. Integration. Innovation. Initiative” at the U.S. Institute of Peace in Washington, D.C. on Wednesday, Nov. 4, 2015. This interactive training event will feature voices of experience, research, discussions, and thought-provoking dialogue. Workshop, Panel and Town Hall sessions will feature representatives from federal and local governments, tribes, community groups, business and industry, public interest groups, academia, and other entities. The integrative forum will provide conference participants an opportunity to network with colleagues representing a variety of interests who are from diverse organizations. Conference participants will accrue informative and productive resources that can support their individual program goals and objectives. We wish every conference participant a productive and positive experience through innovation and collaboration.

Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack is the keynote speaker at the inaugural National Civil Rights Conference, “21st Century Civil Rights: Integrity. Integration. Innovation. Initiative” at the U.S. Institute of Peace in Washington, D.C. on Wednesday, Nov. 4, 2015. USDA photo by Lance Cheung.

The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) and U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) sponsor the National Civil Rights Conference, “21st Century Civil Rights: Integrity. Integration. Innovation. Initiative” at the U.S. Institute of Peace in Washington, D.C. on Wednesday, Nov. 4, 2015. This interactive training event will feature voices of experience, research, discussions, and thought-provoking dialogue. Workshop, Panel and Town Hall sessions will feature representatives from federal and local governments, tribes, community groups, business and industry, public interest groups, academia, and other entities. The integrative forum will provide conference participants an opportunity to network with colleagues representing a variety of interests who are from diverse organizations. Conference participants will accrue informative and productive resources that can support their individual program goals and objectives. We wish every conference participant a productive and positive experience through innovation and collaboration.

U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Office of Civil Rights Director Velveta Golightly-Howell recites her poem "Glory Beckons" at the close of the first day of the inaugural National Civil Rights Conference, “21st Century Civil Rights: Integrity. Integration. Innovation. Initiative” at the U.S. Institute of Peace in Washington, D.C. on Wednesday, Nov. 4, 2015. USDA photo by Lance Cheung.

U.S. Commission on Civil Rights Vice Chair Patricia Timmons-Goodson speaks during the luncheon at the National Civil Rights Conference, “21st Century Civil Rights: Integrity. Integration. Innovation. Initiative” at the U.S. Institute of Peace in Washington, D.C. on Wednesday, Nov. 4, 2015. USDA photo by Lance Cheung.

The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) and U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) sponsor the National Civil Rights Conference, “21st Century Civil Rights: Integrity. Integration. Innovation. Initiative” at the U.S. Institute of Peace in Washington, D.C. on Wednesday, Nov. 4, 2015. This interactive training event will feature voices of experience, research, discussions, and thought-provoking dialogue. Workshop, Panel and Town Hall sessions will feature representatives from federal and local governments, tribes, community groups, business and industry, public interest groups, academia, and other entities. The integrative forum will provide conference participants an opportunity to network with colleagues representing a variety of interests who are from diverse organizations. Conference participants will accrue informative and productive resources that can support their individual program goals and objectives. We wish every conference participant a productive and positive experience through innovation and collaboration.

The audience listens to Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack presenting his keynote address at the National Civil Rights Conference, “21st Century Civil Rights: Integrity. Integration. Innovation. Initiative” at the U.S. Institute of Peace in Washington, D.C. on Wednesday, Nov. 4, 2015. USDA photo by Lance Cheung.

The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) and U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) sponsor the National Civil Rights Conference, “21st Century Civil Rights: Integrity. Integration. Innovation. Initiative” at the U.S. Institute of Peace in Washington, D.C. on Wednesday, Nov. 4, 2015. This interactive training event will feature voices of experience, research, discussions, and thought-provoking dialogue. Workshop, Panel and Town Hall sessions will feature representatives from federal and local governments, tribes, community groups, business and industry, public interest groups, academia, and other entities. The integrative forum will provide conference participants an opportunity to network with colleagues representing a variety of interests who are from diverse organizations. Conference participants will accrue informative and productive resources that can support their individual program goals and objectives. We wish every conference participant a productive and positive experience through innovation and collaboration.

Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack makes the keynote address at the National Civil Rights Conference, “21st Century Civil Rights: Integrity. Integration. Innovation. Initiative” at the U.S. Institute of Peace in Washington, D.C. on Wednesday, Nov. 4, 2015. USDA photo by Lance Cheung.

The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) and U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) sponsor the National Civil Rights Conference, “21st Century Civil Rights: Integrity. Integration. Innovation. Initiative” at the U.S. Institute of Peace in Washington, D.C. on Wednesday, Nov. 4, 2015. This interactive training event will feature voices of experience, research, discussions, and thought-provoking dialogue. Workshop, Panel and Town Hall sessions will feature representatives from federal and local governments, tribes, community groups, business and industry, public interest groups, academia, and other entities. The integrative forum will provide conference participants an opportunity to network with colleagues representing a variety of interests who are from diverse organizations. Conference participants will accrue informative and productive resources that can support their individual program goals and objectives. We wish every conference participant a productive and positive experience through innovation and collaboration.

Audience members present questions to Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack after his keynote address at the National Civil Rights Conference, “21st Century Civil Rights: Integrity. Integration. Innovation. Initiative” at the U.S. Institute of Peace in Washington, D.C. on Wednesday, Nov. 4, 2015. USDA photo by Lance Cheung.

The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) and U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) sponsor the National Civil Rights Conference, “21st Century Civil Rights: Integrity. Integration. Innovation. Initiative” at the U.S. Institute of Peace in Washington, D.C. on Wednesday, Nov. 4, 2015. This interactive training event will feature voices of experience, research, discussions, and thought-provoking dialogue. Workshop, Panel and Town Hall sessions will feature representatives from federal and local governments, tribes, community groups, business and industry, public interest groups, academia, and other entities. The integrative forum will provide conference participants an opportunity to network with colleagues representing a variety of interests who are from diverse organizations. Conference participants will accrue informative and productive resources that can support their individual program goals and objectives. We wish every conference participant a productive and positive experience through innovation and collaboration.

Attendees begin to network soon after arriving at the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) and U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) sponsored National Civil Rights Conference, “21st Century Civil Rights: Integrity. Integration. Innovation. Initiative” at the U.S. Institute of Peace in Washington, D.C. on Wednesday, Nov. 4, 2015. This interactive training event will feature voices of experience, research, discussions, and thought-provoking dialogue. Workshop, Panel and Town Hall sessions will feature representatives from federal and local governments, tribes, community groups, business and industry, public interest groups, academia, and other entities. The integrative forum will provide conference participants an opportunity to network with colleagues representing a variety of interests who are from diverse organizations. Conference participants will accrue informative and productive resources that can support their individual program goals and objectives. We wish every conference participant a productive and positive experience through innovation and collaboration. USDA photo by Lance Cheung.

Rosa Parks Collection Opens to Researchers Feb. 4

Select Items from Collection on Public Display During March

From Monday, March 2 through Monday, March 30, a sampling of approximately two dozen items from the collection will be on view in three glass cases on the first floor of the Library’s Thomas Jefferson Building, 10 First St. S.E., Washington, D.C.

See www.loc.gov/today/pr/2015/15-020.html

The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) and U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) sponsor the National Civil Rights Conference, “21st Century Civil Rights: Integrity. Integration. Innovation. Initiative” at the U.S. Institute of Peace in Washington, D.C. on Wednesday, Nov. 4, 2015. This interactive training event will feature voices of experience, research, discussions, and thought-provoking dialogue. Workshop, Panel and Town Hall sessions will feature representatives from federal and local governments, tribes, community groups, business and industry, public interest groups, academia, and other entities. The integrative forum will provide conference participants an opportunity to network with colleagues representing a variety of interests who are from diverse organizations. Conference participants will accrue informative and productive resources that can support their individual program goals and objectives. We wish every conference participant a productive and positive experience through innovation and collaboration. USDA photo by Lance Cheung.

Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack makes the keynote address at the National Civil Rights Conference, “21st Century Civil Rights: Integrity. Integration. Innovation. Initiative” at the U.S. Institute of Peace in Washington, D.C. on Wednesday, Nov. 4, 2015. USDA photo by Lance Cheung.

The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) and U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) sponsor the National Civil Rights Conference, “21st Century Civil Rights: Integrity. Integration. Innovation. Initiative” at the U.S. Institute of Peace in Washington, D.C. on Wednesday, Nov. 4, 2015. This interactive training event will feature voices of experience, research, discussions, and thought-provoking dialogue. Workshop, Panel and Town Hall sessions will feature representatives from federal and local governments, tribes, community groups, business and industry, public interest groups, academia, and other entities. The integrative forum will provide conference participants an opportunity to network with colleagues representing a variety of interests who are from diverse organizations. Conference participants will accrue informative and productive resources that can support their individual program goals and objectives. We wish every conference participant a productive and positive experience through innovation and collaboration.

U.S. Commission on Civil Rights Vice Chair Patricia Timmons-Goodson speaks during the luncheon at the National Civil Rights Conference, “21st Century Civil Rights: Integrity. Integration. Innovation. Initiative” at the U.S. Institute of Peace in Washington, D.C. on Wednesday, Nov. 4, 2015. USDA photo by Lance Cheung.

The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) and U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) sponsor the National Civil Rights Conference, “21st Century Civil Rights: Integrity. Integration. Innovation. Initiative” at the U.S. Institute of Peace in Washington, D.C. on Wednesday, Nov. 4, 2015. This interactive training event will feature voices of experience, research, discussions, and thought-provoking dialogue. Workshop, Panel and Town Hall sessions will feature representatives from federal and local governments, tribes, community groups, business and industry, public interest groups, academia, and other entities. The integrative forum will provide conference participants an opportunity to network with colleagues representing a variety of interests who are from diverse organizations. Conference participants will accrue informative and productive resources that can support their individual program goals and objectives. We wish every conference participant a productive and positive experience through innovation and collaboration.

Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack makes the keynote address at the National Civil Rights Conference, “21st Century Civil Rights: Integrity. Integration. Innovation. Initiative” at the U.S. Institute of Peace in Washington, D.C. on Wednesday, Nov. 4, 2015. USDA photo by Lance Cheung.

The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) and U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) sponsor the National Civil Rights Conference, “21st Century Civil Rights: Integrity. Integration. Innovation. Initiative” at the U.S. Institute of Peace in Washington, D.C. on Wednesday, Nov. 4, 2015. This interactive training event will feature voices of experience, research, discussions, and thought-provoking dialogue. Workshop, Panel and Town Hall sessions will feature representatives from federal and local governments, tribes, community groups, business and industry, public interest groups, academia, and other entities. The integrative forum will provide conference participants an opportunity to network with colleagues representing a variety of interests who are from diverse organizations. Conference participants will accrue informative and productive resources that can support their individual program goals and objectives. We wish every conference participant a productive and positive experience through innovation and collaboration.

Rosa Parks Collection Opens to Researchers Feb. 4

Select Items from Collection on Public Display During March

From Monday, March 2 through Monday, March 30, a sampling of approximately two dozen items from the collection will be on view in three glass cases on the first floor of the Library’s Thomas Jefferson Building, 10 First St. S.E., Washington, D.C.

See www.loc.gov/today/pr/2015/15-020.html

U.S. Commission on Civil Rights Vice Chair Patricia Timmons-Goodson speaks during the luncheon at the National Civil Rights Conference, “21st Century Civil Rights: Integrity. Integration. Innovation. Initiative” at the U.S. Institute of Peace in Washington, D.C. on Wednesday, Nov. 4, 2015. USDA photo by Lance Cheung.

The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) and U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) sponsor the National Civil Rights Conference, “21st Century Civil Rights: Integrity. Integration. Innovation. Initiative” at the U.S. Institute of Peace in Washington, D.C. on Wednesday, Nov. 4, 2015. This interactive training event will feature voices of experience, research, discussions, and thought-provoking dialogue. Workshop, Panel and Town Hall sessions will feature representatives from federal and local governments, tribes, community groups, business and industry, public interest groups, academia, and other entities. The integrative forum will provide conference participants an opportunity to network with colleagues representing a variety of interests who are from diverse organizations. Conference participants will accrue informative and productive resources that can support their individual program goals and objectives. We wish every conference participant a productive and positive experience through innovation and collaboration.

Attendees, head to the Great Hall for lunch, during the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) and U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) sponsored National Civil Rights Conference at the U.S. Institute of Peace in Washington, D.C. on Wednesday, Nov. 4, 2015. This interactive training event will feature voices of experience, research, discussions, and thought-provoking dialogue. Workshop, Panel and Town Hall sessions will feature representatives from federal and local governments, tribes, community groups, business and industry, public interest groups, academia, and other entities. The integrative forum will provide conference participants an opportunity to network with colleagues representing a variety of interests who are from diverse organizations. Conference participants will accrue informative and productive resources that can support their individual program goals and objectives. We wish every conference participant a productive and positive experience through innovation and collaboration. USDA photo by Lance Cheung.

Rosa Parks Collection Opens to Researchers Feb. 4

Select Items from Collection on Public Display During March

From Monday, March 2 through Monday, March 30, a sampling of approximately two dozen items from the collection will be on view in three glass cases on the first floor of the Library’s Thomas Jefferson Building, 10 First St. S.E., Washington, D.C.

See www.loc.gov/today/pr/2015/15-020.html

U.S. Commission on Civil Rights Vice Chair Patricia Timmons-Goodson speaks during the luncheon at the National Civil Rights Conference, “21st Century Civil Rights: Integrity. Integration. Innovation. Initiative” at the U.S. Institute of Peace in Washington, D.C. on Wednesday, Nov. 4, 2015. USDA photo by Lance Cheung.

The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) and U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) sponsor the National Civil Rights Conference, “21st Century Civil Rights: Integrity. Integration. Innovation. Initiative” at the U.S. Institute of Peace in Washington, D.C. on Wednesday, Nov. 4, 2015. This interactive training event will feature voices of experience, research, discussions, and thought-provoking dialogue. Workshop, Panel and Town Hall sessions will feature representatives from federal and local governments, tribes, community groups, business and industry, public interest groups, academia, and other entities. The integrative forum will provide conference participants an opportunity to network with colleagues representing a variety of interests who are from diverse organizations. Conference participants will accrue informative and productive resources that can support their individual program goals and objectives. We wish every conference participant a productive and positive experience through innovation and collaboration.

U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Equal Employment Opportunity Specialist Debra A. Thomas sings the National Anthem at the National Civil Rights Conference, “21st Century Civil Rights: Integrity. Integration. Innovation. Initiative” at the U.S. Institute of Peace in Washington, D.C. on Wednesday, Nov. 4, 2015. USDA photo by Lance Cheung.

Rosa Parks Collection Opens to Researchers Feb. 4

Select Items from Collection on Public Display During March

From Monday, March 2 through Monday, March 30, a sampling of approximately two dozen items from the collection will be on view in three glass cases on the first floor of the Library’s Thomas Jefferson Building, 10 First St. S.E., Washington, D.C.

See www.loc.gov/today/pr/2015/15-020.html

Rosa Parks Collection Opens to Researchers Feb. 4

Select Items from Collection on Public Display During March

From Monday, March 2 through Monday, March 30, a sampling of approximately two dozen items from the collection will be on view in three glass cases on the first floor of the Library’s Thomas Jefferson Building, 10 First St. S.E., Washington, D.C.

See www.loc.gov/today/pr/2015/15-020.html

Rosa Parks Collection Opens to Researchers Feb. 4

Select Items from Collection on Public Display During March

From Monday, March 2 through Monday, March 30, a sampling of approximately two dozen items from the collection will be on view in three glass cases on the first floor of the Library’s Thomas Jefferson Building, 10 First St. S.E., Washington, D.C.

See www.loc.gov/today/pr/2015/15-020.html

U.S. Commission on Civil Rights Vice Chair Patricia Timmons-Goodson speaks during the luncheon at the National Civil Rights Conference, “21st Century Civil Rights: Integrity. Integration. Innovation. Initiative” at the U.S. Institute of Peace in Washington, D.C. on Wednesday, Nov. 4, 2015. USDA photo by Lance Cheung.

The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) and U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) sponsor the National Civil Rights Conference, “21st Century Civil Rights: Integrity. Integration. Innovation. Initiative” at the U.S. Institute of Peace in Washington, D.C. on Wednesday, Nov. 4, 2015. This interactive training event will feature voices of experience, research, discussions, and thought-provoking dialogue. Workshop, Panel and Town Hall sessions will feature representatives from federal and local governments, tribes, community groups, business and industry, public interest groups, academia, and other entities. The integrative forum will provide conference participants an opportunity to network with colleagues representing a variety of interests who are from diverse organizations. Conference participants will accrue informative and productive resources that can support their individual program goals and objectives. We wish every conference participant a productive and positive experience through innovation and collaboration.

U.S. Commission on Civil Rights Vice Chair Patricia Timmons-Goodson speaks during the luncheon at the National Civil Rights Conference, “21st Century Civil Rights: Integrity. Integration. Innovation. Initiative” at the U.S. Institute of Peace in Washington, D.C. on Wednesday, Nov. 4, 2015. USDA photo by Lance Cheung.

The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) and U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) sponsor the National Civil Rights Conference, “21st Century Civil Rights: Integrity. Integration. Innovation. Initiative” at the U.S. Institute of Peace in Washington, D.C. on Wednesday, Nov. 4, 2015. This interactive training event will feature voices of experience, research, discussions, and thought-provoking dialogue. Workshop, Panel and Town Hall sessions will feature representatives from federal and local governments, tribes, community groups, business and industry, public interest groups, academia, and other entities. The integrative forum will provide conference participants an opportunity to network with colleagues representing a variety of interests who are from diverse organizations. Conference participants will accrue informative and productive resources that can support their individual program goals and objectives. We wish every conference participant a productive and positive experience through innovation and collaboration.

Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack makes the keynote address at the National Civil Rights Conference, “21st Century Civil Rights: Integrity. Integration. Innovation. Initiative” at the U.S. Institute of Peace in Washington, D.C. on Wednesday, Nov. 4, 2015. USDA photo by Lance Cheung.

The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) and U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) sponsor the National Civil Rights Conference, “21st Century Civil Rights: Integrity. Integration. Innovation. Initiative” at the U.S. Institute of Peace in Washington, D.C. on Wednesday, Nov. 4, 2015. This interactive training event will feature voices of experience, research, discussions, and thought-provoking dialogue. Workshop, Panel and Town Hall sessions will feature representatives from federal and local governments, tribes, community groups, business and industry, public interest groups, academia, and other entities. The integrative forum will provide conference participants an opportunity to network with colleagues representing a variety of interests who are from diverse organizations. Conference participants will accrue informative and productive resources that can support their individual program goals and objectives. We wish every conference participant a productive and positive experience through innovation and collaboration.

U.S. Commission on Civil Rights Vice Chair Patricia Timmons-Goodson speaks during the luncheon at the National Civil Rights Conference, “21st Century Civil Rights: Integrity. Integration. Innovation. Initiative” at the U.S. Institute of Peace in Washington, D.C. on Wednesday, Nov. 4, 2015. USDA photo by Lance Cheung.

The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) and U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) sponsor the National Civil Rights Conference, “21st Century Civil Rights: Integrity. Integration. Innovation. Initiative” at the U.S. Institute of Peace in Washington, D.C. on Wednesday, Nov. 4, 2015. This interactive training event will feature voices of experience, research, discussions, and thought-provoking dialogue. Workshop, Panel and Town Hall sessions will feature representatives from federal and local governments, tribes, community groups, business and industry, public interest groups, academia, and other entities. The integrative forum will provide conference participants an opportunity to network with colleagues representing a variety of interests who are from diverse organizations. Conference participants will accrue informative and productive resources that can support their individual program goals and objectives. We wish every conference participant a productive and positive experience through innovation and collaboration.

Rosa Parks Collection Opens to Researchers Feb. 4

Select Items from Collection on Public Display During March

From Monday, March 2 through Monday, March 30, a sampling of approximately two dozen items from the collection will be on view in three glass cases on the first floor of the Library’s Thomas Jefferson Building, 10 First St. S.E., Washington, D.C.

See www.loc.gov/today/pr/2015/15-020.html

Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack makes the keynote address at the National Civil Rights Conference, “21st Century Civil Rights: Integrity. Integration. Innovation. Initiative” at the U.S. Institute of Peace in Washington, D.C. on Wednesday, Nov. 4, 2015. USDA photo by Lance Cheung.

The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) and U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) sponsor the National Civil Rights Conference, “21st Century Civil Rights: Integrity. Integration. Innovation. Initiative” at the U.S. Institute of Peace in Washington, D.C. on Wednesday, Nov. 4, 2015. This interactive training event will feature voices of experience, research, discussions, and thought-provoking dialogue. Workshop, Panel and Town Hall sessions will feature representatives from federal and local governments, tribes, community groups, business and industry, public interest groups, academia, and other entities. The integrative forum will provide conference participants an opportunity to network with colleagues representing a variety of interests who are from diverse organizations. Conference participants will accrue informative and productive resources that can support their individual program goals and objectives. We wish every conference participant a productive and positive experience through innovation and collaboration.

Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack presents the keynote address at the National Civil Rights Conference, “21st Century Civil Rights: Integrity. Integration. Innovation. Initiative” at the U.S. Institute of Peace in Washington, D.C. on Wednesday, Nov. 4, 2015. USDA photo by Lance Cheung.

The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) and U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) sponsor the National Civil Rights Conference, “21st Century Civil Rights: Integrity. Integration. Innovation. Initiative” at the U.S. Institute of Peace in Washington, D.C. on Wednesday, Nov. 4, 2015. This interactive training event will feature voices of experience, research, discussions, and thought-provoking dialogue. Workshop, Panel and Town Hall sessions will feature representatives from federal and local governments, tribes, community groups, business and industry, public interest groups, academia, and other entities. The integrative forum will provide conference participants an opportunity to network with colleagues representing a variety of interests who are from diverse organizations. Conference participants will accrue informative and productive resources that can support their individual program goals and objectives. We wish every conference participant a productive and positive experience through innovation and collaboration.

Rosa Parks Collection Opens to Researchers Feb. 4

Select Items from Collection on Public Display During March

From Monday, March 2 through Monday, March 30, a sampling of approximately two dozen items from the collection will be on view in three glass cases on the first floor of the Library’s Thomas Jefferson Building, 10 First St. S.E., Washington, D.C.

See www.loc.gov/today/pr/2015/15-020.html

Rosa Parks Collection Opens to Researchers Feb. 4

Select Items from Collection on Public Display During March

From Monday, March 2 through Monday, March 30, a sampling of approximately two dozen items from the collection will be on view in three glass cases on the first floor of the Library’s Thomas Jefferson Building, 10 First St. S.E., Washington, D.C.

See www.loc.gov/today/pr/2015/15-020.html

U.S. Commission on Civil Rights Vice Chair Patricia Timmons-Goodson speaks during the luncheon at the National Civil Rights Conference, “21st Century Civil Rights: Integrity. Integration. Innovation. Initiative” at the U.S. Institute of Peace in Washington, D.C. on Wednesday, Nov. 4, 2015. USDA photo by Lance Cheung.

The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) and U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) sponsor the National Civil Rights Conference, “21st Century Civil Rights: Integrity. Integration. Innovation. Initiative” at the U.S. Institute of Peace in Washington, D.C. on Wednesday, Nov. 4, 2015. This interactive training event will feature voices of experience, research, discussions, and thought-provoking dialogue. Workshop, Panel and Town Hall sessions will feature representatives from federal and local governments, tribes, community groups, business and industry, public interest groups, academia, and other entities. The integrative forum will provide conference participants an opportunity to network with colleagues representing a variety of interests who are from diverse organizations. Conference participants will accrue informative and productive resources that can support their individual program goals and objectives. We wish every conference participant a productive and positive experience through innovation and collaboration.

Rosa Parks Collection Opens to Researchers Feb. 4

Select Items from Collection on Public Display During March

From Monday, March 2 through Monday, March 30, a sampling of approximately two dozen items from the collection will be on view in three glass cases on the first floor of the Library’s Thomas Jefferson Building, 10 First St. S.E., Washington, D.C.

See www.loc.gov/today/pr/2015/15-020.html

Rosa Parks Collection Opens to Researchers Feb. 4

Select Items from Collection on Public Display During March

From Monday, March 2 through Monday, March 30, a sampling of approximately two dozen items from the collection will be on view in three glass cases on the first floor of the Library’s Thomas Jefferson Building, 10 First St. S.E., Washington, D.C.

See www.loc.gov/today/pr/2015/15-020.html

Rosa Parks Collection Opens to Researchers Feb. 4

Select Items from Collection on Public Display During March

From Monday, March 2 through Monday, March 30, a sampling of approximately two dozen items from the collection will be on view in three glass cases on the first floor of the Library’s Thomas Jefferson Building, 10 First St. S.E., Washington, D.C.

See www.loc.gov/today/pr/2015/15-020.html

Rosa Parks Collection Opens to Researchers Feb. 4

Select Items from Collection on Public Display During March

From Monday, March 2 through Monday, March 30, a sampling of approximately two dozen items from the collection will be on view in three glass cases on the first floor of the Library’s Thomas Jefferson Building, 10 First St. S.E., Washington, D.C.

See www.loc.gov/today/pr/2015/15-020.html