V.I. Schools Invited to Participate in ‘I Am David Hamilton Jackson’ Challenge

The Division of Libraries, Archives, and Museums (DLAM) is excited to invite all territorial middle/junior high and high schools to participate in the 2024 “I AM DAVID HAMILTON JACKSON” CHALLENGE, an inspiring Art for Activism project designed for Virgin Islands students, Commissioner Jean-Pierre L. Oriol of the Department of Planning and Natural Resources announced.

The project aligns with curriculum goals in Language Arts, History, and Art, as it integrates creative expression, critical thinking, and social awareness. “We believe that this project will inspire students to explore their own potential as advocates for change, learning from the past to shape the future,” Oriol said.

ART FOR ACTIVISM PROJECT: “I AM DAVID HAMILTON JACKSON”

As part of the department’s month-long tribute to David Hamilton Jackson and his groundbreaking contributions as a journalist, labor leader, educator, and civil rights activist, DLAM is calling on students to create symbolic works of art and literature of Jackson’s efforts to advance press freedom, human rights, worker’s rights, and self-governance in the Virgin Islands. Students will be able to highlight a present-day Virgin Islander, their leadership, activism, education, or community service that exemplifies David Hamilton Jackson’s legacy, according to the press release.