The inaugural Un-Told Speaker Series at venues in Northern Kentucky and Cincinnati will focus this year on stories of diversity and empowerment from nationally acclaimed speakers.
The Speaker Series is scheduled for July 22 and 23 to coincide with the return of the Cincinnati Music Festival.
Speakers include:
- Andrew Young, Jr. The former pastor, civil rights leader, U.S. representative, U.S. ambassador to the United Nations and Atlanta mayor speaks at 2 p.m. July 23, Northern Kentucky Convention Center, 1 W. Rivercenter Blvd., Covington, Kentucky.
- The Uncle Nearest Story and Uncovering your African Ancestry. Panel discussion to feature Victoria Early Butler, Uncle Nearest Premium Whiskey; Joi Brown, Jefferson County Memorial Project; and Dr. Gina Paige, AfricanAncestry.com. 11 a.m. July 22, Westin Cincinnati, 21 E. Fifth St., Cincinnati.
- Women’s Liberation Workshop. 9 a.m. July 23, Contemporary Arts Center, 44 E. Sixth St., Cincinnati.
- Raekwan the Chef, founder of Wu-Tang. 11 a.m. July 23, Westin Cincinnati.
Registration for this new series is now open. Those wishing to attend the events must register beginning June 27 through VisitCincy.com