A vital part of the New Mexico Martin Luther King, Jr. Commission’s purpose and vision is to bring Dr. King’s message of nonviolent social action to all citizens of New Mexico. To accomplish this, the Commission must work with state government, nonprofit organizations, civic and community organizations to provide the necessary program and financial support, within the limits and guidelines of the New Mexico State Statutes.
Executive Director,
Leonard R. Waites
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Leonard Waites has over 30 years as a Manufacturing Manager at Intel and General Electric. He is a graduate of the University of Phoenix with a Bachelor of Arts Degree. He is a native of Albuquerque and is a graduate of Manzano high school. A member of the RRNAACP. He served on the Police Oversight Task Force in 2014- 2017. Now serving as Chairman of the Police Oversight Board. A member of Gods House Church. Married 35 yrs. to Denise. Has 3 Children and 4 grand kids.
Associate Director,
Beverly A. Gaines
Email Me Here | (505) 222-6466
Bio coming soon.
