On the 62nd anniversary of the 1963 March on Washington for Jobs and Freedom, Rev. Al Sharpton, Martin Luther King III and Arndrea King are set to lead a protest march to Wall Street, urging corporate America to resist the Trump administration’s push to roll back diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives. The event is scheduled for August 28, 2025, the anniversary date of the historic civil rights march in Washington, D.C.
Organizers frame the demonstration as a continuation of the civil rights movement, linking the legacy of the 1963 march to ongoing debates over DEI in business and government. The original march is best known for Martin Luther King Jr.’s “I Have a Dream” speech, a defining moment in the fight for racial justice and equal opportunity.
Details on the time, starting point, and route have not yet been released by organizers. Supporters expect participation from faith leaders, civil rights advocates, and allies who want corporate leaders to uphold inclusive practices and accountability for equity initiatives.
The protest highlights the enduring role of civic action in shaping conversations about race, inclusion, and economic opportunity, and it seeks to remind corporate leaders that inclusion is tied to growth and social cohesion.