Creighton Hosts Summit on Justice and Disparities This Friday

The Nebraska Summit on Justice and Disparities, presented by the Lincoln Branch and Omaha Branch NAACP, will take place at Creighton University this Friday, Aug. 9. Modeled after a successful annual summit in Iowa, the program brings attention to – and calls for action to address – the over-representation of people of color within Nebraska’s criminal justice system.

Keynote speaker Dr. Yusef Salaam, one of the “Exonerated Five” (once known as the “Central Park Five”) will bring a powerful personal perspective on criminal justice reform. Other speakers range from local officials, including Omaha Police Chief Todd Schmaderer, to grassroots activists, all working toward a more just future.

Creighton University is a co-sponsor through the combined efforts of the Division of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion and the Kingfisher Institute for the Liberal Arts and Professions. Registration is still available.