MMTC | National Juneteenth Digital Bible Study

The 2025 National Juneteenth Digital Opportunity Bible Study features an impressive lineup of speakers and invited guests, each with insights and expertise to help foster discussions on equipping Black communities with workforce development skills for an AI-driven job market. Rev. Traci Blackmon, a national faith leader, pastor, teacher, preacher, and public theologian, will deliver an inspiring keynote address. This gathering will bring together key influencers from various sectors, including faith, technology, and education, all committed to advancing digital opportunity.

Event Details:

· Date & Time: June 19, 2025, at 11:00 AM – 2:00 PM EST | Location: Greater Grace Temple of David, 23500 W. Seven Mile Road, Detroit, MI 48219 | Virtual Access: Online via Zoom – Register here.

Event Highlights:

· Educational Workshops: Get training and resources that enhance digital literacy, expand access to technology, and prepare participants for the future of work through hands-on training, workshops, and strategic partnerships. Learn about local digital opportunity initiatives and will learn how to plug in and partner to sustain long-term digital opportunity efforts.

· Leadership Speeches: Gain insights from an inspiring keynote address from national faith leader, Rev. Traci Blackmon, a pastor, teacher, preacher, and public theologian.

· Music and Cultural Celebrations: Experience uplifting musical performances that embody the spirit of Juneteenth and the drive towards digital opportunity.

· Interactive Sessions: Participate in in-person and virtual workshops on AI, data privacy, Public Interest Technology, tech careers, cybersecurity, and digital skills based on a mini-workforce lesson plan in the Digital Opportunity Bible Study Toolkit.

Invited Speakers:

· Bishop Charles H. Ellis, III, Senior Pastor, Greater Grace Temple of David

· Rev. Traci Blackmon, CEO & Founder of HopeBuilds, LLC

· Brenda Darden Wilkerson, President and CEO, AnitaB.org

· U.S. Congresswoman Rashida Tlaib (D-MI)

· Robert Branson, President and CEO, Multicultural Media, Telecom and Internet Council

· Dr. Fallon Wilson, Vice President of Policy, Multicultural Media, Telecom and Internet Council

Invited Partners:

· Donovan Brown, Community Tech Consultant, Live6 Alliance,

· Jurnell Cockhren, Instructor & Lead Researcher, Black Tech Futures Research Institute

· Briaca Duesette, Founder, Animation Discovery Studio

· Min. Dominique Grant-King, Zoom Host, Associate Pastor of Ebenezer Everywhere

· Tequila Johnson, Co-Founder and Vice President, The Equity Alliance

· Holly Rachel, Co-Founder, LocalTek

· Adrienne Williams, Research Fellow, Distributed AI Research (DAIR) Institute

· Audrey P. Willis, Chief Innovation & Program Officer, Code Crew

· Lena Winfree, Co-Founder, LocalTek

The Juneteenth National Digital Opportunity Bible Study is made possible through the generous support of partners, sponsors, and social media outreach partners below.

· Partners: Animation Discovery Studio, Black Tech Futures Research Institute, Black Tech Saturdays, Code Crew, Distributed AI Research (DAIR) Institute, Greater Grace Temple of David, Impact Network, LocalTek, Rocket Community Fund, and The Equity Alliance

· Sponsors: Black Tech Saturdays

· Social Media Outreach Partners: Broadband Breakfast, HTTP/The National Latino Voice in Tech & Telecommunications Policy, and The Washington Informer

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