Speaker Series Event Information

Harvard Street is honored to be the healthcare home to thousands representing so many different countries and cultures – some hailing from war-torn Haiti, others from South America, the Carribean, or East Africa.

Thirteen languages are proudly spoken at Harvard Street, where staff reflect the racial and ethnic diversity of our multicultural community. We’ve forged rich neighborhood partnerships with CBOs, Mosques, Temples and Churches… safe spaces for the vulnerable, including immigrants and refugees.

And so, it concerns – and deeply saddens us – when we see the spread of racism and increasing hate in our country. There is no place for these in our Global Village! Please join us in shining a light on this timely issue — let’s stand together for Tolerance and Inclusion!

A fourth-generation ordained minister, civil rights attorney, social justice activist, coalition builder and writer, Cornell Brooks served as the 18th President and CEO of the NAACP.

While there, he led the organization in securing 11 victories against voter suppression in 12 months. As a speaker, Brooks has picked up the mantle of the powerful orators that have influenced him, including Dr. Martin Luther King. His moving keynotes inspire audiences to broaden their perspectives, expand their definition of inclusion and diversity, eliminate inequality and honor the history and ever-evolving mission of the civil and human rights movement.