Southern Christian Leadership Conference

The Southern Christian Leadership Conference (SCLC) is a civil rights organization founded in 1957, led by prominent figures like Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Its primary goal is to advance racial equality and social justice through nonviolent protest and community empowerment. The SCLC played a significant role in major civil rights events, including the Montgomery Bus Boycott and the March on Washington. The organization aims to address issues such as racial discrimination, economic injustice, and voter rights, emphasizing the importance of faith and moral principles in the struggle for civil rights.