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“We are beyond excited to accept the Black Panther Challenge and provide an opportunity for local teens to watch this film and learn ways they can be heroes in their own right,” said Andrea Carter, senior director of corporate social responsibility, Atlanta Hawks. “We are determined to impress upon them that they can make a positive difference regardless of their circumstances and we are proud to use our NBA platform to inspire our young people.”

Attendees include young people who have been touched by the juvenile justice system, members of the BlazeSports Jr. Hawks wheelchair basketball team and youth from local parks and recreation centers in underserved communities. Upon their arrival, the youth will receive a VIP welcome, complete with a red carpet photo shoot.

Select youth and Hawks players will be available for interviews before and after the film. Media wishing to attend should RSVP to [email protected] or 850-321-3357 by Wednesday at 3 p.m. to receive more details.

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