Underground Virtual: SchoolsFirst's Kevin Martin Provides Powerful Keynote on Racial Injustice...

7/23/2020

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In our continued coverage of the recent Underground Virtual Collision event, SchoolsFirst Federal Credit Union SVP, Organizational Performance Kevin Martin provides a powerful talk on racial injustice -- particularly police brutality. Kevin explained that when he grew up, the mantra was: if the police are involved something bad happened or something bad is about to happen.

He also talks about his feelings when he first heard about George Floyd: angry, scared, and disappointed. But he offers solutions that can come from open and transparent conversations -- sometimes tough conversations.

A captivating and moving talk, indeed, from Kevin -- and, hopefully, one that will move people to act. Check it out and let us know your thoughts.

9 Comments

Susan Mitchell link

7/24/2020 07:55:29 am

Kevin is an outstanding leader who believes passionately in people! Thank you for sharing this interview as part of the Underground Collision.

Michael Lawson link

7/24/2020 09:22:02 am

Couldn't agree more, Susan.

Sharon Moseley

7/31/2020 04:23:53 pm

Good for you Kevin. We all need to listen and understand more.
And act. Stand up for what we believe in and make change happen!

Markis Abraham

7/24/2020 09:20:03 am

Kevin you're amazing! Proud to call you a friend.

Jazmine Crosby

7/24/2020 09:59:12 am

Beautifully said, Kevin. I applaud your brave approach to give it people directly going forward, and the risks you are willing to take with this method. You are absolutely correct when you mention vulnerability, because it is an essential emotion required to place ourselves in the shoes of others and move forward!

P.A . Edmead

7/26/2020 12:12:39 pm

I would love to have those tough Conversations recorded and televised to show the true colors and characters of the forces that the World is copying with Histoy is important to know.

Thandiwe Briggs

7/24/2020 06:10:02 pm

I never thought Kevin ever thought about when the police were behind him and it’s great that he said that cause he makes it known that no matter how far you’ve come or how accomplished one is our skin color is still the starter of most problem starters. Even if we are driving legit as possible taillights tags self driving cars if we are black we have to defend that.

Lorraine Clayton

7/25/2020 01:45:15 am

Very well said Kevin Martin. That was indeed a heart felt strong expression coming from you. I am proud of you for expressing your concerns and taking that much needed risk doing so! Good job Kevin!

Jasmine McMullen

7/25/2020 07:40:25 am

Kevin, thank you for your thoughtful comments and using this opportunity to speak to, and for, the underrepresented.

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