Invitation: Justice in Balance — Courts, Civil Rights, and Our Democracy | Feb. 26, 2026
The National Civil Rights Museum, in partnership with Keep Our Republic, is honored to invite you and your community to participate in a national convening titled Justice in Balance: The Courts, Civil Rights, and Our Democracy.
This timely conversation will examine the historic role of the judiciary during the Civil Rights Movement, the courts’ ongoing influence in advancing racial justice, and the growing challenges facing judicial independence in our democracy today.
Event Details
Justice in Balance: The Courts, Civil Rights, and Our Democracy
Thursday, February 26, 2026
6:00–7:30 PM
National Civil Rights Museum | Memphis, TN
Justice in Balance: The Courts, Civil Rights, and Our Democracy
Thursday, February 26, 2026
6:00–7:30 PM
National Civil Rights Museum | Memphis, TN
The convening will feature a distinguished panel of former federal judges, including:
- Hon. Bernice Donald, Former U.S. District Judge (W.D. TN) and U.S. Court of Appeals, Sixth Circuit
- Hon. Allyson Duncan, Former Judge, U.S. Court of Appeals, Fourth Circuit
- Hon. Jeremy Fogel, Former Judge, Northern District of California
- Hon. James Giles, Former Chief Judge, Eastern District of Pennsylvania
We believe this convening will be of particular interest to law students, faculty, legal professionals, and civic leaders committed to the preservation of civil rights and democratic institutions. We would be grateful if you would share this invitation with your students, members, or networks and encourage their participation.
Registration is available via the QR code on the attached flyer or by visiting this registration link.
Thank you for your continued commitment to justice, civic education, and democratic values. We hope to welcome you to the National Civil Rights Museum this February.
Warmly,
Lydia Milton
Engagement Program Manager
National Civil Rights Museum l 450 Mulberry Street l Memphis TN 38103 l Phone: 901-632-1383
