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SUMMARY:AOWSAC NAACP Executive Board Quarterly Zoom Meeting – October 15\, 2026
DESCRIPTION:The NAACP Alaska Oregon Washington State Area Conference (AOWSAC) convenes its Executive Board for the Quarterly Executive Board Meeting\, providing space for reflection\, accountability\, and strategic planning as the year comes to a close. \nThis meeting focuses on reviewing outcomes from the previous quarters\, aligning leadership priorities\, and preparing for initiatives and goals in the year ahead. \n \n\n📅 Date: Thursday\, October 15\, 2026 \n⏰ Time: 6:30 PM – 8:00 PM \n💻 Format: Virtual (Zoom) \n\nExecutive Board engagement during this meeting is especially important to ensure continuity\, strong governance\, and thoughtful planning for the upcoming year. \n \n\nImportant Note:\nZoom access details will be shared with Executive Board members prior to the meeting. \n\nBoard members are encouraged to come prepared with updates\, reflections\, and recommendations to support collaborative decision-making and long-term strategy. \n \n\nEvent at a Glance\n\nWhat: AOWSAC NAACP Executive Board Quarterly Meeting\nWhen: October 15\, 2026 | 6:30 PM – 8:00 PM\nWhere: Virtual via Zoom\nWho: Executive Board Members\nWhy: To review the year’s progress and prepare for upcoming priorities\n\n\n \n\nThis meeting is for Executive Board members.\nMeeting access details will be distributed in advance.
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SUMMARY:NAACP Bremerton Youth and Law Forum 2026
DESCRIPTION:Bremerton Youth and Law Forum returns on October 17\, 2026\, bringing young people\, families\, and legal professionals together at the Kitsap County Courthouse. Hosted by NAACP Bremerton Unit 1134\, the forum gives youth across Kitsap County a direct\, practical look at their rights\, the justice system\, and the people who work inside it. \n\nSaturday\, October 17\, 2026  |  10:00 AM – 3:00 PM \nKitsap County Courthouse · 614 Division St\, Port Orchard\, WA 98366 \n\n\nEvent Details\n\nDate: Saturday\, October 17\, 2026\nTime: 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM\nLocation: Kitsap County Courthouse\, 614 Division St\, Port Orchard\, WA 98366\nHost: NAACP Bremerton Unit 1134\n\nYoung people are often the first to feel the impact of policing\, school discipline\, and court decisions\, yet they are the last to be asked what they need to know. The Bremerton Youth and Law Forum closes that gap by putting students and families in the same room as the attorneys\, judges\, and community advocates who shape how the law works in Kitsap County. \nThe forum is part of a full fall calendar from NAACP Bremerton\, which also includes a Home Buyers 101 Forum and the annual Community and Law Enforcement Dinner. Together these programs reflect the branch commitment to education\, safety\, and opportunity for Black families and all communities of color on the Kitsap Peninsula. \n\nVolunteers Needed\nHelp make the Bremerton Youth and Law Forum a success. Email naacpbremerton@yahoo.com with “Youth & Law Forum” in the subject line. \nVolunteer With NAACP Bremerton\n\nWhat to Expect at the Bremerton Youth and Law Forum\n\nPlain-language conversations about youth rights during encounters with police\nA look inside the courthouse and the roles of the people who work there\nGuidance for parents and caregivers on supporting young people through the legal system\nConnections to local legal\, education\, and community resources in Kitsap County\nSpace for young people to ask questions directly and be heard\n\nKnowing your rights is one of the most powerful tools a young person can carry. Across Washington\, the NAACP continues to push for fair treatment of youth in schools and courts\, and local forums like this one turn that advocacy into real knowledge families can use. \nWhether you are a student\, a parent\, an educator\, or a community member who cares about youth justice\, the Bremerton Youth and Law Forum is an opportunity to learn\, connect\, and stand with the next generation. Learn more about the work of our branches across the region at NAACP AOWSAC. \nWhy the Bremerton Youth and Law Forum Matters for Kitsap Families\nResearch from civil rights and juvenile justice organizations has shown for years that Black youth are more likely than their white peers to be stopped\, disciplined in school\, and referred into the court system for similar behavior. Those early contacts can follow a young person for years\, shaping school records\, job applications\, and even college admissions. Understanding how the system works\, and what rights apply at each step\, can change how those moments play out. \nThe Bremerton Youth and Law Forum is designed to make that knowledge practical. Instead of lectures\, the day is built around conversation\, so young people can ask the questions they actually have about traffic stops\, searches\, school resource officers\, social media\, and what happens after an arrest. Parents and caregivers are encouraged to attend alongside their teens so families leave with a shared understanding and a plan. \nPlan Your Visit\nThe Kitsap County Courthouse is located at 614 Division Street in Port Orchard. Plan to arrive a few minutes early to allow time for building security screening. The forum runs from 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM\, and families are welcome to attend for the portions that fit their schedule. Bring questions\, bring a notebook\, and bring a friend who could benefit from the conversation. \n\nFrequently Asked Questions\n1. When and where is the Bremerton Youth and Law Forum? Saturday\, October 17\, 2026\, from 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM at the Kitsap County Courthouse\, 614 Division St\, Port Orchard\, WA 98366. \n2. Who is hosting the forum? NAACP Bremerton Unit 1134 is hosting the event. \n3. Who should attend? Youth\, parents\, caregivers\, educators\, and anyone in Kitsap County who cares about youth rights and the justice system. \n4. How can I volunteer? Email naacpbremerton@yahoo.com with “Youth & Law Forum” in the subject line. \n5. Where can I find more details? Visit naacpbremerton.org or the NAACP Bremerton Facebook page for updates. \n\nAdditional Resources\n\nNAACP Bremerton Unit 1134\nNAACP Youth and College Division\nWashingtonLawHelp\nAmerican Civil Liberties Union
URL:https://naacpaowsac.org/event/bremerton-youth-and-law-forum/
LOCATION:Kitsap County Courthouse\, 614 Division St\, Port Orchard\, WA\, 98366\, United States
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SUMMARY:NAACP Spokane Freedom Fund Gala 2026
DESCRIPTION:Spokane Freedom Fund Gala 2026 takes place Saturday\, November 7\, 2026 at the DoubleTree by Hilton Spokane City Center. Hosted by NAACP Spokane Branch 1137\, this year’s gala carries the theme “We The People” and brings Eastern Washington together to celebrate civil rights leadership and fund the branch’s year-round work. \n\nSaturday\, November 7\, 2026  |  6:00 PM  |  Black Tie \nDoubleTree by Hilton Spokane City Center · 322 N Spokane Falls Ct\, Spokane\, WA 99201 \n\n\nEvent Details\n\nDate: Saturday\, November 7\, 2026\nTime: 6:00 PM\nAttire: Black tie\nLocation: DoubleTree by Hilton Spokane City Center\, 322 N Spokane Falls Ct\, Spokane\, WA 99201\nEarly bird tickets (through October 15): $90 members\, $110 non-members\, tables of 10 from $1\,050\n\nThe Freedom Fund Gala is the most important fundraiser of the year for NAACP Spokane. Proceeds support the branch committees working on education\, youth engagement\, civic engagement\, criminal justice\, and health care across the Spokane region. \nNAACP Spokane has been a steady voice for civil rights in the Inland Northwest\, with hundreds of local members and a long record of advocacy. The gala is where that community comes together to honor its leaders and invest in the work ahead. \n\nEarly Bird Pricing Ends October 15\nReserve your seat at the Spokane Freedom Fund Gala 2026 before prices go up. \nGet Gala Tickets\n\nWhat to Expect at the Spokane Freedom Fund Gala 2026\n\nAn evening celebrating civil rights leadership under the theme “We The People”\nRecognition of community leaders and award winners\nA keynote address presented by the gala’s premier sponsor\nSocial hour and student recognition\nSponsorship opportunities for businesses and organizations\n\nEvery ticket and table directly supports NAACP Spokane programs. Several sponsorship levels include complimentary NAACP memberships for every guest at the table\, making the gala a strong way for organizations to invest in civil rights in Eastern Washington. \nWhether you attend as an individual\, bring a table of friends\, or sponsor the evening\, the Spokane Freedom Fund Gala 2026 is a chance to stand with the movement. Explore more branch events across Alaska\, Oregon\, and Washington at NAACP AOWSAC. \nWhy the Spokane Freedom Fund Gala 2026 Matters\nFreedom Fund events are a tradition across the NAACP\, dating back to the organization’s earliest decades\, when local branches raised money to support legal defense\, voter registration\, and community organizing. That tradition continues in Spokane\, where the gala helps fund scholarships\, youth programs\, civic engagement\, and the branch’s civil rights complaint and advocacy work across Eastern Washington. \nThe 2026 theme\, “We The People\,” is a reminder that the promises of the Constitution belong to everyone and that protecting them takes ordinary people showing up. In a year marked by battles over voting access\, education\, and public safety\, the Spokane Freedom Fund Gala 2026 is a chance for the Inland Northwest to come together and invest in that work locally. \nPlan Your Evening\nThe DoubleTree by Hilton Spokane City Center is located at 322 North Spokane Falls Court\, next to the Spokane Convention Center and a short walk from Riverfront Park. Hotel parking is available on site for a fee. The evening begins at 6:00 PM and is a black tie affair\, so plan your attire accordingly and check the ticket page before the event for any final details. \n\nFrequently Asked Questions\n1. When and where is the Spokane Freedom Fund Gala 2026? Saturday\, November 7\, 2026 at 6:00 PM at the DoubleTree by Hilton Spokane City Center\, 322 N Spokane Falls Ct\, Spokane\, WA 99201. \n2. How much are tickets? Early bird tickets are $90 for members and $110 for non-members through October 15. Tables of 10 start at $1\,050. \n3. Where do I buy tickets? Tickets are sold through the NAACP Spokane Zeffy page linked above. \n4. What is the 2026 theme? The theme is “We The People.” \n5. Where does the money go? Proceeds support NAACP Spokane Branch 1137 programs in education\, youth\, civic engagement\, criminal justice\, and health care. \n\nAdditional Resources\n\nNAACP Spokane Freedom Fund Gala\nNAACP Spokane\nNAACP National\nEqual Justice Initiative
URL:https://naacpaowsac.org/event/spokane-freedom-fund-gala-2026/
LOCATION:DoubleTree by Hilton Spokane City Center\, 322 N Spokane Falls Ct\, Spokane\, WA\, 99201\, United States
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SUMMARY:NAACP Bremerton Community and Law Enforcement Dinner 2026
DESCRIPTION:Community and Law Enforcement Dinner returns to Bremerton on December 4\, 2026\, bringing residents\, community leaders\, and local law enforcement to the same table. Hosted by NAACP Bremerton Unit 1134 at the Kitsap Conference Center\, this annual evening is built on a simple idea: trust grows when people sit down together and talk honestly. \n\nFriday\, December 4\, 2026  |  5:00 PM – 8:00 PM \nKitsap Conference Center · 100 Washington Ave\, Bremerton\, WA 98337 \n\n\nEvent Details\n\nDate: Friday\, December 4\, 2026\nTime: 5:00 PM to 8:00 PM\nLocation: Kitsap Conference Center\, 100 Washington Ave\, Bremerton\, WA 98337\nHost: NAACP Bremerton Unit 1134\n\nRelationships between Black communities and police are shaped every day by individual encounters\, policy decisions\, and history. The Community and Law Enforcement Dinner creates space outside of those moments of tension\, where residents and officers can meet as neighbors\, share concerns\, and build the kind of understanding that makes Kitsap County safer for everyone. \nThe dinner is a signature tradition for NAACP Bremerton and closes out a busy season that includes the Youth and Law Forum and the Home Buyers 101 Forum. It reflects the branch commitment to accountability\, community voice\, and practical partnership. \n\nSave the Date\nJoin NAACP Bremerton for the Community and Law Enforcement Dinner. Ticket and seating details will be shared by the branch. \nVisit NAACP Bremerton\n\nWhat to Expect at the Community and Law Enforcement Dinner\n\nA shared dinner with residents\, community leaders\, and law enforcement\nHonest conversation about public safety and community concerns\nOpportunities to meet local officers and agency leaders face to face\nUpdates on NAACP Bremerton advocacy and programs\nA chance to strengthen relationships that last beyond the evening\n\nAcross Washington\, the NAACP continues to advocate for fair policing\, transparency\, and community oversight. Local gatherings like this dinner complement that policy work by giving people a real place to be heard. \nIf you live or work on the Kitsap Peninsula\, this is an evening to show up\, listen\, and help shape what public safety looks like in your community. See more from our branches across the region at NAACP AOWSAC. \nWhy the Community and Law Enforcement Dinner Matters\nTrust between communities of color and police is built or broken in small moments: a traffic stop\, a response to a call for help\, a conversation on a sidewalk. When the only interactions people have with law enforcement happen during stressful situations\, misunderstanding grows on both sides. The Community and Law Enforcement Dinner changes the setting. Over a shared meal\, residents can raise concerns directly\, officers can hear how their work is experienced in the neighborhoods they serve\, and both can find common ground on what safety should look like. \nThis kind of relationship building does not replace accountability\, oversight\, or policy reform\, which remain central to NAACP advocacy in Washington. It complements that work by opening lines of communication that make reform more achievable and help residents know who to call when something goes wrong. \nPlan Your Evening\nThe Kitsap Conference Center sits on the Bremerton waterfront at 100 Washington Avenue\, a short walk from the Bremerton ferry terminal for guests traveling from Seattle. Doors are expected to open shortly before the 5:00 PM start. Watch for ticket and seating information from NAACP Bremerton\, and consider inviting a neighbor\, a youth leader\, or a local business owner to join your table. \n\nFrequently Asked Questions\n1. When and where is the Community and Law Enforcement Dinner? Friday\, December 4\, 2026\, from 5:00 PM to 8:00 PM at the Kitsap Conference Center\, 100 Washington Ave\, Bremerton\, WA 98337. \n2. Who is hosting the dinner? NAACP Bremerton Unit 1134. \n3. Who should attend? Kitsap County residents\, community leaders\, and members of local law enforcement. \n4. How do I get tickets? Ticket details will be shared by NAACP Bremerton. Check naacpbremerton.org or email naacpbremerton@yahoo.com. \n5. Is this an annual event? Yes. The Community and Law Enforcement Dinner is a yearly NAACP Bremerton tradition. \n\nAdditional Resources\n\nNAACP Bremerton Unit 1134\nNAACP National\nEqual Justice Initiative\nAmerican Civil Liberties Union
URL:https://naacpaowsac.org/event/community-and-law-enforcement-dinner-bremerton/
LOCATION:Kitsap Conference Center\, 100 Washington Ave\, Bremerton\, WA\, 98337\, United States
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