“Today I held history in my hands! Your legacy and passion
for creating change is an inspiration.”
“Your remarks were warm and personal as they were thought-provoking. It was a pleasure to learn about your famous ancestors in such an intimate way. Many staff commented afterwards how much they enjoyed your presentation. I appreciate and am grateful that you hit directly on the themes on which we focus in this Project, especially that we stand on the shoulders of those who came before us, and that our freedom is the result of their blood and toil.”
Edward J. DeMarco
Acting Director
Federal Housing Finance Agency
“Mr. Morris has definitely inherited his Great Great Great Grandfather’s oratorical talents and gives a captivating presentation of his family genealogy and history of rising out of slavery to achieve historical accomplishments that have impacted the lives of generations of African-Americans.”
Terri L. Miller
Past Program Dir.,
Anti-Trafficking League Against Slavery
Las Vegas, NV
“Your presentation kept everyone on the edge of their seats. As I spoke with people today, many cited that you gave a history lesson on these two important people but made it real because you lived it. I hope the children in this community will get an opportunity to hear your presentation.”
Cheryl Brown
President
NAACP of San Bernardino County
“Thank you for sharing your wisdom and your heart with the University of La Verne campus. Your remarks were inspirational and wil be remembered long after the commencement. We look forward to interacting with you in the near future.”
Dr. Devorah Lieberman
President
University of La Verne
“I can’t begin to thank you for taking the time to speak with my students. I know you have planted a lot of seeds today and hopefully they will grow and realize they can make a difference in the cause of Modern Day Slavery. Although you could not see them, we had quite a few faculty members watching and listening to you. Our principal was very impressed. Starting next year, Frederick Douglass will be mandated reading for students grades 8-12.”
Christopher Donnelly
Teacher
Normandin Middle School – New Bedford, MA
“Our students and our community are very fortunate to have had an opportunity to hear you speak and to be reminded of the injustices that exist to this day. I continue to be stopped in the hallway and hear many positive comments about your presentation, which was thought provoking and memorable.”
Russell A. Davis, Ed.D
President
Gloucester County College
“Mr. Morris’ program is truly inspirational and allows students to comprehend the value of service to your fellow man. His lineage is powerful and students came away from the experience with a new understanding of global slavery as well as the impact that one person can make on the world.”
Mr. Mike Gordon
Director
Inland Leaders Charter School
“With over 500 guests in attendance, Mr. Morris eloquently spoke to the audience about his lineage and the role his ancestors played in shaping America. He gave a stirring speech that left the entire audience awe-inspired. His visit to the great city of Daytona Beach in May, left guests of the banquet speaking positively about his message even today.
Cynthia Slater,
President
Volusia County-Daytona Beach NAACP
“Kenneth’s presentation was truly an inspiration to the students in attendance, and it made two historical figures come to life by highlighting their struggles and accomplishments. His program is an invaluable tool for bringing students a unique perspective on history.”
LaChandra Butler Burks, Chair
The Atlanta Board of Education
“It was a privilege to learn about the legacy of your family and the work of the Frederick Douglass Family Foundation.”
Harry Reid
United States Senator
“I received so many great compliments about your presentation, but perhaps the greatest compliment came when I found out that, after your assembly, our library was swarmed with requests for books on Frederick Douglass and Booker T. Washington. You have inspired students to value their own education. The value of that is immeasurable.”
Danny Farrell
Teacher
Vista Middle School
“Our student body had the awesome pleasure of meeting a direct descendant of Frederick Douglass, for whom are school is named. It was such an honor for all of us. The history and background information we learned brought the ‘Father of the Civil Rights Movement’ to life for us.”
Dr. Debra Crump
Principal
Frederick Douglass Academy High School
“Our students were completely engaged in the presentation and are eager to learn more about modern day slavery and what we can do to stop it. The presentation was relevant, historic, and inspiring – we would love to have you back again next year.”
Dottie Smith
High School Principal
Andre Agassi Preparatory Academy
Las Vegas, NV
“Not only was the presentation highly informative and relevant to the lives of our young people, but the rapport you were able to establish with our students was something to behold.”
Fr. Paul Schmidt
Chaplain, Notre Dame High School
Riverside, CA
“Your presentation was very enlightening and inspirational. Your comments regarding modern-day slavery and human trafficking were informative as well and will benefit our agents who investigate federal violations of these matters.”
William C. Woener
Assistant Special Agent in Charge, FBI
Las Vegas, NV
“I thought it was one of the most wonderful programs we’ve had in my eight years at Paint Branch.”
Jeannette Dixon
Principal, Paint Branch High School
Burtonsville, MD
“You were amazing and everyone who was present agrees with me! We were blessed to have you. If there is an opportunity to have you speak at another event, I will not hesitate to call you.”
Diana Alexander
Performance, Education & Resource Centers
S.B. African American Employees Assn
“Your presentation on your family’s history, and the impact of slavery, both past and present was the most powerful I have seen in my eight years of teaching. During the assembly, you shook the hand of one of my students. After the assembly, he exclaimed, “Today I held history in my hands!” Your legacy and passion for creating change is an inspiration.”
Hali Metalek
Teacher
Vista Middle School
Van Nuys, CA
I commend you for creating and educational tour to teach young people about the prevalence and severity of this issue of human trafficking and how they can raise awareness in their communities.
Elijah E. Cummings
Member of Congress
