Berneice King

Berneice Albertine King (born March 28, 1963) is an American minister, entrepreneur, and civil rights activist who serves as the Chief Executive Officer of The Martin Luther King, Jr. Center for Nonviolent Social Change in Atlanta, Georgia. As the youngest child of Nobel Peace Prize laureate Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. and Coretta Scott King, Berneice grew up immersed in the Civil Rights Movement and has dedicated her life to continuing her family's work for nonviolent social change and racial justice. Ordained as a minister in 1990, she has worked tirelessly to preserve her father's legacy through the King Center, which houses the world's largest collection of papers and memorabilia related to Dr. King. Berneice has written and spoken extensively about nonviolence, leadership, and social justice, bringing her unique perspective as both a member of the King family and a spiritual leader. Her work spans educational programs, community engagement, and advocacy for causes including economic justice, voting rights, and racial equity. Through her leadership, she has ensured that Dr. King's message remains relevant to contemporary movements for social change.