History – The New Mexico Martin Luther King, Jr. Commission is a state agency created by the legislature of the state of New Mexico, pursuant to NMSA 1978, 28-19-1 through – 4 (1991). Enacted by the Legislature of the State of New Mexico in 1991, the New Mexico Martin Luther King, Jr. Commission was created to develop, promote, coordinate and review statewide plans and activities for the annual commemoration and celebration of the birthday of Martin Luther King, Jr.
Mission
Mission – To promote Martin Luther King, Jr.’s philosophy on human rights, equality, nonviolence, social change and unity/interconnectedness to the people of New Mexico through remembrance, celebration and action.
Vision
Vision – To create a stronger network of community organizations by:
• Collaboration – Assisting organizations and groups who are committed to providing community programs that promote Dr. King’s principles and
Philosophies
Coordination – Developing a harmonized relationships with other MLK affiliates whose mission statements are parallel to the Commission’s.
Cooperation – Investing resources strategically in organizations which strive to enhance participation and planning of MLK community activities and programs.
HISTORY, MISSION & VISION OF MLK COMMISSION
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