On January 20th, 2011 Networking Magazine honored eight extraordinary men, who were referred to as "Renaissance Men" for their ability to perform generous and unselfish acts for the benefit of all. Among this year's honorees were the two co-chairs of ERASE Racism's Board of Directors, Howard Glickstein and Scott Williams. 

During the ceremony Howard Glickstein, Dean Emeritus and Professor of Law at Touro Law School, was introduced as a life-time advocate for social justice that, extraordinarily, began when he was just ten years old.  The story of a young Howard, consciously rejecting his privilege as a white person and sitting in the back of the bus during a time of intense racial segregation, reflects his natural ability to stand up for what he believes is right.  Howard has always been ahead of his time and driven by a clear vision of racial equity.  He became a prominent leader during the civil rights movement and continues to be an influential civil rights activist today. Amongst Howard's many achievements is his work in drafting the Civil Rights Act of 1964 and the Voting Rights Act of 1965, creating a pro bono requirement for graduation at Touro Law School, and serving as the General Counsel of the U.S. Commission on Civil Rights.

Scott Williams, Senior Managing Director of Changing Our World, was praised for his commitment to helping others and giving back to the community. Fellow ERASE Racism Board Member Suzy Sonenberg, who introduced Scott, described the important lessons about racism that Scott learned from his family that drove him to become a relentless advocate for racial equity.  Every one of Scott's professional achievements is guided by his belief that philanthropy can change the world.  Scott's achievements include co-founding the Black Student Union at Trinity College, joining a zero tolerance anti-discrimination task force while working for the U.S. Secret Service, and using his position as a development officer at John's University to create a dialogue between the University and its black alumni.  In his current position at Changing Our World, Scott has lead fundraising initiatives for non-profits that exceed $300 million.

ERASE Racism is so proud to be working with both of these exemplary leaders to increase racial equity on Long Island.  Congratulations Howard and Scott!