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Arndrea Waters King stands as a dedicated leader in the realm of gender empowerment, bringing her bold background and iconic presence to her transformative work. As the partner of Martin Luther King III and daughter-in-law of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. and Coretta Scott King, Arndrea carries forward a powerful legacy of social justice while carving her own path as an extraordinary advocate for gender equality.
Immersed in the values of equality and justice from an early age, Arndrea's academic journey focused on addressing systemic barriers faced by women. Her relentless dedication to uplifting women and girls spans various human rights initiatives, advocating for policies that promote gender equality.
A National Merit Scholar, Arndrea studied psychology at Emory University in Atlanta, going on to join the Center for Democratic Renewal. During her tenure there, she organized the first National Conference on Hate Crimes and Hate Violence. She also played a key role in mobilizing the Georgia Hate Crimes Act and prepared major reports and publications, including the landmark “When Hate Comes to Town: Faith Based Edition.” Arndrea also helped organize marches and rallies that led to the building of a major multiracial collaboration known as the Southern Coalition Against Racism and Bigotry.
As president of the Drum Major Institute, Arndrea plays a critical role in creating strategic partnerships and managing the daily operations of this active social justice organization.
A dynamic and inspirational speaker, Arndrea connects with diverse audiences, sharing powerful narratives of women's struggles and triumphs. Her strategic vision and compassionate leadership have empowered countless women through education, leadership training and economic opportunities.
As a Chancellor of Legacy College, Arndrea Waters King brings her legacy forward as one of strength, resilience and unwavering commitment to a more just and equitable world.
