Tracy Martin (Image from www.bet.com)
FREDONIA – The story of Trayvon Martin will be the focus of a presentation in Northern Chautauqua County later today when his father – Tracy Martin – speaks at the State University of New York at Fredonia.
Fredonia will present “The Trayvon Martin Story” tonight in King Concert Hall.
Led by Fredonia’s Black Student Union and Ethnic Studies program, the campus is emphasizing social justice as one of several themes during Black History Month, and hopes that Mr. Martin will make an important contribution to the discussion.
Martin lost his son, Trayvon, in 2012, following a confrontation with neighborhood watch captain George Zimmerman.
With a focus on transforming the tragedy into positive change, Martin now works to ensure the protection of all children.
In his presentation, Martin will share a message to all parents of how important it is to let children know how much they are valued and loved, no matter how they are depicted in society. He also will emphasize the importance of proper conflict resolution techniques, suggesting tools that his audience might employ in both their personal and professional lives.
The program begins at 7 p.m. and doors to hall open at 6:30 p.m. It is free and open to the public.
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