“Our mission is to educate, empower and enlighten our neighbors to reflect on the past, present and future of the civil rights movement in Oklahoma,” said Christina Beatty, project coordinator at Freedom Center of Oklahoma City. “We are thankful for gracious partners like Paycom who share in our mission to work toward a world that is diverse, inclusive and equitable.”

Freedom Center of Oklahoma City owns the Freedom Center building and is responsible for its upkeep and maintenance. The historic building was once home to Oklahoma City’s National Association for the Advancement of Colored People Youth Council, led by Clara Luper. The building, located in northeast Oklahoma City, has been empty following Luper’s death in 2011.

“The Freedom Center is establishing a space that remembers and reflects on the significant history of civil rights in Oklahoma and a call to action for future generations of Oklahomans,” said Dickens Aubourg, head of product management at Paycom. “It’s an honor for Paycom to play a part in this important story and contribute to an organization initiating dialogue, learning, and inclusivity in our city year-round.”