The Robert Talbot Civil Rights Speaker Series promotes dialogue and engagement that advances the political, social, educational, and economic equality of all U.S. residents.
Established in 2021 by the Greater Bangor Area Branch NAACP and the University of Maine Alumni Association, the series is named in honor of Robert “Bob” Talbot. For decades, the Bangor native has been one of Maine’s foremost leaders in the pursuit of racial equity, justice, and non-discriminatory policies and practices.
The Robert Talbot Civil Rights Speaker Series consists of an annual fall event featuring one or more high-profile state or national civil rights activists.
This year’s speaker is Shay Stewart-Bouley, a Maine-based writer, speaker, activist, and the creator of the award-winning Black Girl in Maine Media. She is also executive director of Community Change Inc., an anti-racism organization, and is widely known for her writing and advocacy on race, social justice, equity, and life in Maine.
Topic: Tuesday, November 10, at 5:30 p.m. at Buchanan Alumni House in Orono.
WHEN: Tuesday November 10, 2026
TIME: 5:30 PM
WHERE: Buchanan Alumni House in McIntire Room | 160 College Ave Orono, Maine 04473
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