"The AZMLK Committee exists to educate our community about the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., and we are happy to carry that torch. Among the principles of Dr. King’s legacy are respect, equality, opportunity, diversity and a commitment to peace, justice, and non-violent solutions to conflict. These principles at the heart of the civil rights movement are equally as relevant today as we seek to address and solve present-day social issues in our community and celebrate the exceptional residents of Phoenix who are doing the work."
-Dr. Gene C Blue
"Each year, citizens from across the state gather to recognize the birthday and contributions of Dr. King in a variety of ways. The city of Phoenix and the Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Celebration Committee are ever mindful that this important holiday should not be treated as a one-day, one-weekend event.
We applaud your active involvement and thank you for your continued support as we continue to showcase the exemplary works of our city’s exceptional residents."
-Dr. Gene C Blue
Ron Williams
Committe Chair
Valerie Churchwell
Events Chair
Dr. Gene Blue
Honorary Committee Chair
2026 AZMLK Celebration Committee
Standing: Clara Briggs, Emmett Boyd Sr., Tyre Davis, John King III, Ron Williams, Roberta Mack, Valerie Churchwell, Emmett Boyd Jr., Dr. Will Counts
Seated: Eliza Harper, Joann Boyd, Charlene Denson, Jacket Shines, Tamara Floyd, Wendy Taylor
Not Pictured: Dr. Gene Blue, Darnell Hill, Dalyn Parks, Kylie Washington, Joshua Lahs, Charolette Denson, Dr. Will Counts, Clara Briggs, Marquis Scott, Lanette Campbell, JoAnn Boyd, Emmett Boyd Sr, Emmett Boyd Jr., Nikkie Hicks, Tamara Floyd, John King III, Trey Sueing, Nadia Khalighi, Pastor Aubrey Barnwell, Dalyn Blue