📅 Date: Wednesday, February 5, 2025
⏰ Time: 7:00 PM
📍 Location: Dimmitt Middle School, 12320 80th Ave, Seattle, WA 98178

The time for Reparations NOW is here! What would reparations look like in Washington State? Join us for an essential community conversation on the future of reparations and what steps we can take to push for statewide action.

👊🏽 The 37th Legislative District Democratic Party, Washington State Democrats, and the Washington State Commission on African American Affairs all support a statewide reparations study—now, we need your voice to move this effort forward!

This discussion will explore the impact of reparations, the policies being considered, and how we can turn words into action.

🔹 Be part of history—show up, speak out, and help shape the path toward justice and equity!

For more information, visit NAACPAOWSAC.org.

📅 Date: Sunday, December 1, 2024
⏰ Time: 6:30 PM
📍 Location: Langston Hughes Performing Arts Institute, 104 17th Ave South, Seattle, WA 98144
🎤 Keynote Speaker: Sheley Secrest, President of the NAACP Conference for Washington, Oregon, and Alaska

Join us on World AIDS Day for Take the Rights Path, a powerful event dedicated to ending HIV through a human rights agenda. This gathering will bring together advocates, health professionals, and community leaders to address the ongoing fight against HIV/AIDS and the systemic barriers to healthcare access.

Keynote speaker Sheley Secrest will provide insight into the intersections of social justice, health equity, and civil rights, emphasizing the importance of community-led solutions.

A light meal will be provided.

🔹 Let’s stand together to break stigma, promote health justice, and advocate for a future free from HIV/AIDS.

For more details, visit NAACPAOWSAC.org.

Event Details:

📅 Date: January 18, 2025
⏰ Time: 9:00 AM
📍 Location: Cal Anderson Park, 1635 11th Ave, Seattle, WA 98122
🎤 Featured Speaker: Sheley Secrest

Join the NAACP Alaska, Oregon, Washington State Area Conference (AOWSAC) and community leaders for the Seattle Women’s March as we stand together for equality, justice, and women’s rights. This powerful event will bring people from all walks of life together to amplify voices, advocate for change, and demonstrate that the power of the people is stronger than the people in power.

With Sheley Secrest as our featured speaker, expect an inspiring message that will empower and unite us in the fight for social justice.

Let’s march forward in solidarity—because when we come together, we create lasting change.

🔹 Join us and make a difference!

For more information and updates, visit NAACPAOWSAC.org.

🗓 Date: October 10, 2023
⏰ Time: 6:30 PM PST
📍 Location: Live on Zoom

Celebrate Inauguration Day with the NAACP State Area Conference as President Sheley Secrest and Executive Committee Members are sworn in for their upcoming term. This ceremonial event will include the Oath of Office administered by Washington State Supreme Court Justice Mary Yu. The evening represents a new beginning in leadership and civil rights advocacy across Alaska, Oregon, and Washington. Be part of this historic moment as we honor the individuals dedicated to steering the course of justice and equity for years to come.

🗓 Date: November 16, 2023
⏰ Time: 6:30 PM PST
📍 Location: Live on Zoom

The NAACP State Area Conference presents Lobbying for Change, a dynamic virtual event designed to empower advocates in Alaska, Oregon, and Washington. Featuring speakers like President Sheley Secrest, Cedric Haynes, Paula Sardinas, and Rep. Jamila Taylor, this session will provide tools and strategies to effectively lobby for social justice and policy reform. Join influential voices as they share insights on shaping legislative actions and advancing equity across the region. Your participation in this event can make a difference in the fight for systemic change.

🗓 Date: May 29, 2024
⏰ Time: 6:30 PM PST (5:30 PM AKDT)
📍 Location: Live on Zoom

Join the NAACP State Area Conference for a crucial discussion on Black education featuring esteemed panelists from Alaska, Oregon, and Washington. The Black Education Roundtable will highlight the challenges and opportunities within the educational system, focusing on advancing equity, diversity, and inclusion for Black students. Notable voices such as Luckisha Phillips, Rozlyn Grady Wyche, Toni Riley, Clarence Dancer Jr., and Senator Lόki Gale Tobin will share their insights and expertise. Be part of this transformative virtual event, shaping the future of education and empowering communities.

Join Us for the NAACP Annual State Convention 2024: Fighting Forward

The NAACP State Area Conference invites you to the transformative “Annual State Convention 2024,” under the empowering theme “Fighting Forward.” This event unites advocates and community leaders from Alaska, Oregon, and Washington to drive change and foster community development.

 Date: September 13-15, 2024
 Location: University of Alaska Anchorage, 2921 Spirit Way – Anchorage, AK 99508

Engage in insightful workshops, hear from inspiring keynote speakers, and participate in impactful panel discussions addressing critical contemporary issues. Network with peers and leaders dedicated to social justice, community empowerment, and equality.

The official hotels for this event will be (these hotels are close to the venue)
we are working on getting a custom booking link but in the meantime you can secure your room and the special rate as follows

Embassy Suites:
600 East Benson Blvd Anchorage, Alaska 99503
(When booking please call (907) 257-2412 for Jon Butzke and reference the NAACP Conference)
The discounted rate is $375 per night and includes their free breakfast and you can pick the room configuration

If that hotel is sold out the secondary official hotel will be

Residence Inn:
1025 East 35th Avenue Anchorage, Alaska 99508

Transportation:
Both hotels are located 5 minutes from the conference venue and 10 minutes from the reception venue. There are ample ubers, lyfts and taxis available for an affordable price. The local taxi number is 907-222-2222 (yellow cab) If you need a personal touch and pick up from the hotel for your group please let us know and we can arrange local transport

A Breakdown of prices and registration links

– Welcome reception $50 per person (to purchase tickets to the welcome reception starting tomorrow night follow this link): NAACP Anchorage welcome reception
– State Area Conference $250 per person (to register to attend the convention follow this link): NAACP Annual State Convention 2024 Registration – NAACP (naacpaowsac.org)
– Embassy Suite Hotel $375 rate please reference NAACP Conference or Jon Butzke in sales when booking
– Freedom Fund Full Tables prices (tables seat 8 people)- see conference registration link above
– Anchorage Black History and Sightseeing Tour (registration and details to follow)

NON NAACP members are welcome to attend the convention and events*****

The venue has tables that seat 8 people each. Here are the details regarding attendance and seating:
Conference Attendance: $250 per person
Freedom Fund: $2500 for a table that seats 8 people

The venue can accommodate up to 30 tables. If we run out of space, we have the option to upgrade to a larger room on-site.

For any questions regarding the event, please contact Jasmin Smith at [email protected] or 907-230-4968 (call or text)