NC Martin Luther King Jr. Commission
Honoring the Legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. in North Carolina.
Mission Statement
The NC MLK Jr. Commission embodies the values of Dr. Martin Luther King by acting urgently to reduce inequity and drive comprehensive justice-centered change for all North Carolinians and amplify the efforts of organizations championing humanity and supporting celebratory events in honor of Dr. King's birthday.
Vision Statement
The NC MLK Jr. Commission envisions a North Carolina in which diversity is celebrated, all people are respected, the systems of our society perpetuate justice and equity, and "we must come to see that the end we seek is a society at peace with itself, a society that can live with its conscience" (MLK Jr. 1965) now and for generations to come.
About the Commission
The Commission consists of 16 members. Membership includes:
- 12 Governor appointees, including the chair
- Two appointees by the President Pro Tempore of the Senate
- Two appointees by the Speaker of the House of Representative
History of the Commission
The commission is governed by General Statute 143B-426.34A and General Statute 143B-426.34B.
Values
Transformation, accountability, respect, equity, service.
Key Priorities
Justice System, Education System, Economic Development, Technology.
Meeting Dates
| Commission Meetings |
|---|
| Oct. 28, 2026 |
| Nov. 18, 2026 |
| Dec. 16, 2026 |
2026 State Employees’ Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Observance Program
Commission Members
| Member Name | County |
|---|---|
| Catherine Williamson-Hardy | Durham |
| Cheryl Hart | Granville |
| Dr. Charles Johnson | Wake |
| Dr. Tiffany Tuma | Wake |
| Jennifer Nehlsen | Buncombe |
| Laureen G. Jones | Franklin |
| Marcus R. Bass | Wake |
| Mildred Christmas | Wake |
| Patricia Levitin | Guilford |
| Phyllis Mack Horton | Orange |
| Resha Peregrino-Brimah | Yadkin |
| Rev. Dr. Warren Herndon | Granville |
| Roosevelt Ethridge | Wilson |
| Vacant | |
| Vacant | |
| Walter R. Ferguson II | Lee |
Get Connected!
If you are interested in staying informed of the latest developments of the NC Martin Luther King Jr. Commission, please submit the below form. The Commission greatly appreciates your interest and passion for the work of Dr. King.
MLK Commission Connection Form
Want to Serve? Find Your Fit!
Members of the public interested in joining one of the over 300 North Carolina boards and commissions can apply for Governor appointment online. If interested in joining a DOA board or commission, you can also reach out to jordan.etters@doa.nc.gov for more information and to be considered when there are open positions.