Montgomery, AL

Service Learning Experiences: High School & Young Adult
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Explore the vibrant history of the Civil Rights movement and learn about Christian advocates for racial justice throughout the years.

Overview

Montgomery, Alabama, holds a profound place in American history as both the “Cradle of the Confederacy” and the “Birthplace of the Civil Rights Movement.” It was here that pivotal moments unfolded—such as the Montgomery Bus Boycott led by Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. and the Selma-to-Montgomery marches—that transformed the fight for racial equality in the United States. Today, the city honors this legacy through landmarks like the Rosa Parks Museum, the Equal Justice Initiative’s Legacy Museum, and the National Memorial for Peace and Justice, inviting visitors to reflect on the nation’s past while envisioning a more just future.

While Montgomery has made strides since the Civil Rights era, it continues to face challenges rooted in racial inequity. Disparities in education, housing, economic opportunity, and food insecurity, disproportionately impacting Black residents and other marginalized groups. Local organizations and churches work tirelessly to address these injustices, yet the need for awareness, advocacy, and action remains urgent. A service-learning trip to Montgomery offers participants the opportunity to connect with this living history, reflect on how faith connects to matters of racial justice, and contribute in meaningful, hands-on ways.

Trip Types offered in Montgomery, AL

Service Learning Experience

Master Class meets Mission Trip. Learn from an expert about immigration, food insecurity, or racial justice in a hands-on way, and serve with partners dedicated to tackling these challenges.

Included

Lodging & Shower Facilities
Meals
Community Host
Expert Guide
Planned Service Projects
Service Project Materials
Community Activities
Programming

More Info

Service Learning trips are meant to offer your students a deep dive into a specific topic. They combine immersive learning experiences with hands-on service opportunities.

In partnership with The Center for Restorative Justice.

Lodging for this trip is at a local hotel with breakfast provided.

Led by our Expert Guide, John Williams, who has decades of experience teaching and sharing about this topic through the lens of faith and history.

Find out more at servicelearning.youthworks.com