Marian Wright Edelman, an activist for civil and children’s rights, reflects on her personal experiences with Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. and the role of faith in his leadership. Drawing from her first encounter with Dr. King at Spelman College and their work during the civil rights movement, Edelman discusses how King’s teachings of perseverance, nonviolence, and love continue to inspire today’s fight for equality. She also shares how King’s accessibility and humility during challenging times empowered her lifelong commitment to social justice and ending child poverty.