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SUMMARY:NAACP Alaska Oregon Washington 2026 State Convention
DESCRIPTION:September 11-13\, 2026  |  Portland\, Oregon \nRooted in Justice. Rising in Power. \nFriday at The REDD · Saturday and Sunday at The Porter Portland · Gala Dinner at Avenue Portland \n\nAdvocate. Convene. Lead. The NAACP Alaska Oregon Washington State-Area Conference (AOWSAC) is proud to bring the 2026 State Convention to Portland\, Oregon under the theme Rooted in Justice. Rising in Power. This premier regional gathering unites delegates\, activists\, and community leaders from across Alaska\, Oregon\, and Washington to advance civil rights and social justice in the Pacific Northwest. \nRead the full convention agenda and program announcement. \n\nThree Days at a Glance\n\nFriday\, September 11 · Welcome Reception \n7:00 PM to 11:00 PM at The REDD\, 831 SE Salmon St\, Portland. Vibe Bingo and music from DJ Chuck D.\n\n\nSaturday\, September 12 · Workshops\, Luncheon\, and the Gala \nBusiness meeting begins 9:00 AM at The Porter Portland. Breakfast is served in the hotel restaurant\, not the meeting room\, and food service ends at 9:30 AM\, so eat early. Legacy Awards Luncheon 12:00 PM to 2:00 PM. Workshop track: financial literacy with Che Davis\, education advocacy with Roz’lyn Grady Wyche\, parliamentary procedure with Conference President Sheley Secrest\, environmental justice with Jonathan “JT” Jones Thomas\, plus workshops from NAACP Youth and College. Gala Dinner 6:00 PM to 9:00 PM at Avenue Portland.\n \n\nSunday\, September 13 · Building Branch Capacity \nBusiness meeting begins 9:00 AM at The Porter Portland\, with closing remarks at 12:00 PM. Breakfast is again in the hotel restaurant and food service ends at 9:30 AM. Training sessions: social media advocacy with Akila Griffin\, AFR reporting with Dale Andrus\, secretary training with Darlene Andrus\, leadership development with President Sheley Secrest\, plus workshops from NAACP Youth and College.\n \n\nConvention Venues\n\nThe Porter Portland\, Curio Collection by Hilton · Saturday and Sunday sessions\n1355 SW 2nd Ave\, Portland\, OR 97201\n(503) 306-4800 · theporterhotel.com \nIn the heart of downtown Portland\, two blocks from Tom McCall Waterfront Park and the Keller Auditorium. The discounted convention room block has closed. Contact the hotel directly for current availability. \n\n\nThe REDD · Friday Welcome Reception\n831 SE Salmon St\, Portland\, OR 97214\n\n\nAvenue Portland · Saturday Gala Dinner\n631 NE Grand Ave\, Portland\, OR 97232\n\n\nGala Dinner: Voices on the Ave: Catch Me Outside!\n\nSaturday\, September 12 · 6:00 PM to 9:00 PM · Avenue Portland\, 631 NE Grand Ave \nKeynote by Jotaka Eaddy\, founder of Win With Black Women\, an award winning strategist with more than twenty years in policy and movement building and a former Senior Advisor to the NAACP President and CEO. \nIncluded with your convention registration. Guests attending the Gala Dinner only can purchase tickets below. \nGet Gala Tickets on Eventbrite\n\n\nPresident’s Award\n\nOregon State Representative Travis Nelson\, who represents House District 44 in north and northeast Portland\, will receive the President’s Award. Representative Nelson is the first Black LGBTQIA+ member of the Oregon Legislature and a registered nurse by training\, and has advocated for health care reform\, workers and housing since taking office in 2022.\n\n\n2026 State Convention Preview\n\n\nRSVP  –  Reserve Your Spot\nRegistration is $250 per person. Table sponsorship is $2\,500 and seats 10\, with your organization named at the table. Registration includes the Welcome Reception\, the Legacy Awards Luncheon\, the Gala Dinner\, and swag. Guests attending the Gala Dinner only can buy tickets on Eventbrite above. RSVP here for the full convention to help us plan workshops\, accommodations\, and sessions. \nRSVP submissions have closed. Contact communications@naacpaowsac.org for assistance.\n\nWhat to Expect\nThe 2026 State Convention will bring together the full force of the Pacific Northwest NAACP movement: \n\nStrategic Workshops: Deep dives into policy\, education\, financial literacy\, and environmental justice across the PNW.\nRegional Networking: Connecting branch leaders and delegates across Alaska\, Oregon\, and Washington.\nKeynote Assemblies: Inspiring calls to action from national and regional civil rights leaders.\nGala Dinner: An evening of celebration\, recognition\, and community at Avenue Portland.\n\n\n\nFrequently Asked Questions\n\nWhen is the 2026 NAACP AOWSAC State Convention? \nFriday\, September 11 through Sunday\, September 13\, 2026\, under the theme Rooted in Justice. Rising in Power.\n \n\nWhere is the convention being held? \nFriday’s Welcome Reception is at The REDD\, 831 SE Salmon St. Saturday and Sunday sessions are at The Porter Portland\, 1355 SW 2nd Ave. The Saturday Gala Dinner is at Avenue Portland\, 631 NE Grand Ave.\n \n\nWho is the keynote speaker? \nJotaka Eaddy\, founder of Win With Black Women\, delivers the keynote at the Saturday evening Gala Dinner.\n \n\nIs the Gala Dinner included in registration? \nYes. Convention registration covers the Welcome Reception\, the Legacy Awards Luncheon\, the Gala Dinner\, and swag\, so registrants do not need a separate Gala ticket. Guests attending the Gala Dinner only can purchase tickets via Eventbrite using the button above.\n \n\nWhich states are included in this convention? \nAOWSAC serves Alaska\, Oregon\, and Washington. All branch delegates\, members\, and community supporters from these three states are encouraged to attend.\n \n\nWhere can I find official updates? \nAll updates\, registration links\, and the full schedule are posted at naacpaowsac.org.
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