By Tashi McQueen
AFRO Staff Writer
tmcqueen@afro.com
Prince George’s County Executive Aisha Braveboy (D) announced Aug. 15 that former NFL quarterback Colin Kaepernick will partner with Prince George’s County, Md., investing in the county’s education, youth mentorship and social justice.
“I am thrilled to announce the partnership between Prince George’s County and NFL Superbowl Champion and social activist Colin Kaepernick. Our collaboration with Colin will enhance our community through targeted investments in education, social justice, and youth mentorship,” said Braveboy in a statement released on her social media platforms.
Kaepernick, 37, was a quarterback for the San Francisco 49ers from 2011 to 2016. He became largely known, in 2016, for kneeling during the U.S. national anthem before games as a protest against racism and police brutality against Black Americans.
Since then, Kaepernick has gone on to create several social justice initiatives such as the Know Your Rights Camp, a free campaign that aims to educate and empower Black youth, and Kaepernick Publishing, which aims to uplift a new generation of writers with diverse perspectives.
“His relentlessness and dedication to uplifting underserved and minority communities resonate deeply with our mission to elevate Prince George’s County,” said Braveboy, in her statement. “I am looking forward to working with him in the coming months.”