Xula Alum, Rev. Dr. Starsky Wilson Named President and CEO of the Children’s Defense Fund

02 September 2020

“I’m honored to extend the legacy of Marian Wright Edelman and serve young people through the Children’s Defense Fund at this critical time,” said Rev. Dr. Starsky Wilson. “As we wrestle with the politics of the pandemic, protests, and a presidential election, it’s a little too easy to forget about crafting policy for children who don’t get to vote, don’t have lobbyists and can’t make campaign contributions.”

Rev. Dr. Starksy Wilson succeeds civil rights leader and foundress Marian Wright Edelman, after 47 years of service. Read the full article here.

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Xula Alum, Rev. Dr. Starsky Wilson Named President and CEO of the Children’s Defense Fund

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