Civil Rights Then & Now Legacy of a Movement and the Role of Faith

Civil Rights Then & Now
Legacy of a Movement and the Role of Faith

Global Leader in Socially Conscious Travel.

Tour Dates:

February 17-21, 2027 (Main Trip)

February 21-22, 2027 (Extension)

Registration Deadline: November 9, 2026

Pricing*:

$2,675 (Main Trip)

$800 (Extension)

After our small group study this fall of Sacred Ground, join us on a US Civil Rights pilgrimage to Georgia and Alabama, with an optional extra day in Memphis, Tennessee. We will visit historical sites from Atlanta’s Sweet Auburn neighborhood through the heart of Montgomery; walk the bridge from Selma, and step inside the sanctuaries of Birmingham. Immersive site visits, expert guiding and facilitated conversations will foster a deeper understanding of race, faith, and freedom in America. As a congregation, we will reflect on what we have seen and heard.

Note: We will offer a separate pilgrimage for middle-school and high-school youth in June 2027.

*Double occupancy, per person pricing based on a minimum of 20 travelers in the group (Main Trip); minimum 15 travelers (Extension). Single occupancy supplement available.

“MEJDI Exclusive” Socially Conscious Experiences:

Our socially conscious tours are built around the people and stories that bring each destination to life, creating meaningful connections that support local communities.

Walk in the footsteps of Civil Rights leaders

Visit the grounds of historic Ebenezer Baptist Church in Atlanta and Bethel Baptist of Collegeville, Birmingham

Engage with young entrepreneurs and advocates for Black business development in the South

Hear living testimony from individuals who marched and organized in the 1960s

Learn about the role of faith communities in the Civil Rights struggle

TRIP INCLUDES

4 nights accommodation in 3-4* hotels per itinerary

4+ days touring with MEJDI guides per itinerary

4 days private coach transportation per itinerary

Departure airport transfer on Day 5

Meals listed in itinerary: 2 breakfasts; 2 lunches; and 2 dinners

Entrances, activities, and honorariums for speakers

Meeting room space as needed per itinerary

Dedicated pre-tour support, program & itinerary development

24/7 ground support from MEJDI’s logistics team

Starting at

$2,675

TRIP DOES NOT INCLUDE

Airfare

Travel Insurance-HIGHLY RECOMMENDED

Single supplement = $630

Meals not mentioned in itinerary

Customary tips for guides, drivers and hotels

Anything not explicitly mentioned in the included section

St. John’s Boulder Group Leader

The Rev. Janine Schenone, Rector

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MEJDI was one of the first global tour companies to earn B Corp Certification back in 2014, long before B Corp became widely recognized beyond sustainability circles. For us, this certification is a transparent way to demonstrate that we stand by our values: we ensure local vendors are paid fair wages, prioritize small, locally-owned businesses, and treat our partners and staff with dignity and respect. This deep commitment to social change drives MEJDI’s mission: “We exist to create a more peaceful and interconnected world through travel.”