From Newark to National Civil Rights Leadership | Newark News

Ryan Haygood, the visionary behind New Jersey’s social justice breakthroughs, is now stepping into the national spotlight as president and CEO of the Southern Poverty Law Center. His journey began unexpectedly — a summer in Newark at a YMCA sparked a lifelong mission to use law as a tool for equity. From there, he built a legacy in New Jersey, championing voting rights and criminal justice reform, earning honors like a street named after him. Now, with the nation facing rising threats to civil rights and democracy, Haygood brings his collaborative spirit and deep commitment to racial justice to lead the country’s most influential hate-fighting organization. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/27f9ee4db23fa856