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Oral History Archives.

Explore JRL Scholars, Fellows & Leaders oral history projects interviewing Civil Rights activists, teachers, family members, and changemakers across disciplines.

A Conversation With Aunty Yemisi Adejuyigbe and Bolaji Ogundare
A Conversation With Aunty Yemisi Adejuyigbe and Bolaji OgundareOral History Project

A Conversation With Aunty Yemisi Adejuyigbe and Bolaji Ogundare

An Oral History Project Conducted by John Robert Lewis Scholar Sarah Ogundare Project Description One of my takeaways from our Alabama trip is the importance…
August 11, 2025
The Life and Legacy of Rev. Dr. Charles E. Kirby Sr.
The Life and Legacy of Rev. Dr. Charles E. Kirby Sr.Oral History Project

The Life and Legacy of Rev. Dr. Charles E. Kirby Sr.

An Oral History Project Conducted by John Robert Lewis Fellow Ahmaad Edmund Project Description Established in 1956, Southern Star Missionary Baptist Church, located in Louisville,…
August 9, 2025
An Interview with Sister Helen Prejean
An Interview with Sister Helen PrejeanOral History Project

An Interview with Sister Helen Prejean

An Oral History Project Conducted by John Robert Lewis Fellow Aimee Clesi Project Description I interviewed Sister Helen Prejean via Zoom on May 27, 2025.…
August 9, 2025
The American Dream – Transcending Generations
The American Dream – Transcending GenerationsOral History Project

The American Dream – Transcending Generations

An Oral History Project Conducted by John Robert Lewis Scholar Alexis Dorman Project Description My oral history project looks at the lives of six generations…
August 9, 2025
Ben’s Chili Bowl: A Haven for Activists and Dreamers
Ben’s Chili Bowl: A Haven for Activists and DreamersOral History Project

Ben’s Chili Bowl: A Haven for Activists and Dreamers

An Oral History Project Conducted by John Robert Lewis Leader Amanda Holder Jolly Project Description My oral history project explores how food and activism intersect…
August 9, 2025
Leading Through Legacy: Lessons from Ambassador Andrew Young
Leading Through Legacy: Lessons from Ambassador Andrew YoungOral History Project

Leading Through Legacy: Lessons from Ambassador Andrew Young

An Oral History Project Conducted by John Robert Lewis Leader Ashley Hooker Project Description I conducted an oral history interview with Ambassador Andrew Young, a…
August 9, 2025
An Interview with Jerjuan Howard of the Umoja Debate League
An Interview with Jerjuan Howard of the Umoja Debate LeagueOral History Project

An Interview with Jerjuan Howard of the Umoja Debate League

An Oral History Project Conducted by John Robert Lewis Leader Andrea Addrow-Pierson Project Description Ms. Andrea Addrow-Pierson interviews Mr. Jerjuan Howard of Umoja Debate League.…
August 9, 2025
Cheryl Johnson: 36th Clerk of the U.S. House of Representatives
Cheryl Johnson: 36th Clerk of the U.S. House of RepresentativesOral History Project

Cheryl Johnson: 36th Clerk of the U.S. House of Representatives

An Oral History Project Conducted by John Robert Lewis Leader Jamal Edwards Project Description My oral history interview with Cheryl Johnson, former Clerk of the…
August 9, 2025
Carlos Guillermo Wilson: The Power of Education
Carlos Guillermo Wilson: The Power of EducationOral History Project

Carlos Guillermo Wilson: The Power of Education

An Oral History Project Conducted by John Robert Lewis Leader Carlos Wilson Project Description I spoke with my mom about the life and sacrifices of…
August 8, 2025

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