Free Hugs Project Event - Honoring MLK Day at The Thyen-Clark Cultural Center & The VUJ Campus

Ken Nwadike Jr. is a peace activist, motivational speaker, and video journalist known as the Free Hugs Guy online. Nwadike Jr. is the founder of the Free Hugs Project, which aims to promote peace and positive interactions during riots, protests, and catastrophic events. 

Ken’s Free Hugs message, just as Dr. King’s, is focused primarily on kindness and how a small act of kindness, such as a hug can go a long way. More about Ken and The Free Hugs Project can be found at, https://freehugsproject.com/. 

Two free events will be available for the public to attend on MLK Day, January 16th, 2024. The first event will take place from 12:00pm – 1:00pm at the VUJ Campus at The CTIM Building Theater. A free lunch will also be provided.

The second event will take place from 6:00pm – 7:00pm at the Thyen-Clark Cultural Center Atrium. Snacks will be provided. Both events are family-friendly, open to all ages, and free to attend.

 For more information and to RSVP, please visit the Parents Supporting Education website at, www.parentssupportingeducation.org or email [email protected].