The Clinton School Center on Community Philanthropy is thrilled to announce the return of Rev. Alvin Herring as the Distinguished Scholar in Racial Healing Practice. Rev. Herring, who recently retired as the Executive Director of Faith in Action, brings a wealth of experience from his leadership role at the largest grassroots, faith-based organizing network in the United States.
“Rev. Herring’s return provides an opportunity for us to gain knowledge and understanding from his unparalleled expertise and passion for racial healing,” said Dr. Charlotte L. Williams, Professor of Public Health and Director of the Center on Community Philanthropy. “We look forward to the transformative impact he will have on our students and community.”
Rev. Herring’s impressive background includes roles such as Director of Racial Equity and Community Engagement with the W.K. Kellogg Foundation, Dean of Students and Assistant Vice President for Student Life at the University of Louisville, Executive Director of the Working Interfaith Network in Baton Rouge, Louisiana, and Executive Director of the Muhammad Ali Institute for Peace and Justice in Louisville, Kentucky. Rev. Herring’s return to the Clinton School marks an exciting opportunity for him to re-engage with the community. He will connect with members of the Clinton School community and participate in a special session designed for students, fostering meaningful dialogue and learning opportunities. He will return to the Clinton School from September 9-10, 2024.
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