The Indiana Civil Rights Commission, Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Indiana Holiday Commission, Indiana Black Expo, Inc., AFSCME Local 725, and the State of Indiana has selected NFB Newsline Indiana Director Lee Martin as the 28th annual winner of their Freedom Award.

The Freedom Award is granted to individuals or projects whose major societal influence includes breaking down barriers that have divided us in the past and/or building ongoing relationships that foster respect, understanding, and harmony in our community.

This year's Celebration will be held on Thursday, January 10th at the Indiana Statehouse from Noon to 1:30p.m. It is recommended to arrive early. Governor Eric Holcomb, Lt. Governor Suzanne Crouch, members of the Indiana General Assembly and many more will be in attendance at this year's Celebration.