Join the Capital Area Transit System and Build Baton Rouge, as we honor the 101 years of life for Civil Rights Pioneer, Johnnie A. Jones, Sr. This is a celebration for the storied six-decade career of Mr. Johnnie Jones, who was a civil rights lawyer in Baton Rouge, and played a major role in the country’s first large-scale bus boycott challenging segregation in the 1950s.⠀
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We will be hosting a luncheon honoring of Mr. Johnnie Jones, Sr., this Thursday, December 3, 2020 from 12PM – 1:30PM at the Valdry Center for Philanthropy located at Southern University (598 Harding Blvd., Baton Rouge, LA 70807). The “Holding on to the Dream!” event will feature a host of speakers as well as the revealing of a building dedication plaque for Mr. Johnnie A. Jones, Sr. that will serve as a constant reminder to Valdry employees, customers, and the Baton Rouge community of the incredible social progress we have made over the years.⠀
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We welcome you to attend as we honor Mr. Johnnie Jones’ service to bring justice and equity in the Capital City and the world.
Honor Luncheon for Civil Rights Attorney Mr. Johnnie Jones, Sr.
