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SUMMARY:State of Black Alaska Town Hall – Part I
DESCRIPTION:The NAACP Alaska Oregon Washington State Area Conference (AOWSAC) invites the community to the State of Black Alaska Town Hall – Part I\, a vital conversation focused on the needs\, priorities\, and future of Black communities in Alaska. \nThis town hall will explore issues impacting Black Alaskans\, highlight key legislation to watch in 2026\, and establish community priorities that guide advocacy efforts statewide. \n \n\n📅 Date: Saturday\, January 3\, 2026 \n⏰ Time: 12:00 PM – 2:30 PM \n\nParticipants may join us either in-person or virtually via Zoom. Lunch will be provided for in-person attendees. \n \n\nIn-Person:\nMountain View Community Center\n315 Price Street\, Anchorage\, AK 99508 \n\n \n\nVirtual Attendance:\nZoom link provided upon RSVP \n\nCommunity insights will support AOWSAC’s 2026 legislative advocacy and shape priorities for advancing the rights\, safety\, and prosperity of Black Alaskans. \n \n\nFeatured Speakers\n\nSenator Elvi Gray-Jackson\nSenator Löki Tobin\nJasmin Smith\, AOWSAC Vice President\n\n\n \n\nEvent at a Glance\n\nWhat: State of Black Alaska Town Hall – Part I\nWhen: January 3\, 2026 | 12:00 PM – 2:30 PM\nWhere: In-person in Anchorage + Virtual Zoom Option\nWhy: To identify community needs and legislative advocacy priorities\nHost: NAACP Alaska Oregon Washington State Area Conference\n\n\n \n\nRSVP or request Zoom access:\n\nvicepresident@naacpaowsac.org\n\nPhone: 907-230-4968
URL:https://naacpaowsac.org/event/state-of-black-alaska-town-hall-part-i/
LOCATION:Mountain View Community Center\, 315 Price Street\, Anchorage\, AK\, 99508\, United States
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SUMMARY:AOWSAC NAACP Executive Board Quarterly Zoom Meeting – January 15\, 2026
DESCRIPTION:The AOWSAC NAACP Executive Board Quarterly Meeting is an important opportunity for executive leadership to convene\, review progress\, and align on priorities for the upcoming quarter. \n \n\n📌 Meeting Details\nDate: January 15\, 2026 \nTime: 6:30 PM – 8:00 PM \nFormat: Virtual (Zoom) \nAudience: Executive Board Members \n\n \n\n💻 Virtual Meeting Access\nThis meeting will be held via Zoom. Connection details will be distributed to Executive Board members in advance of the meeting. \nNote: Please ensure you have access to Zoom prior to the meeting start time. \n\n \n\n✔ Mark Your Calendar\nYour participation is essential to the continued success and strategic direction of the AOWSAC NAACP.
URL:https://naacpaowsac.org/event/aowsac-naacp-executive-board-quarterly-zoom-meeting-january-15-2026/
LOCATION:Zoom\, Zoom\, Remote\, United States
CATEGORIES:Events,Featured
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SUMMARY:Greater Everett MLK Community Celebration 2026 Building the Dream and Work
DESCRIPTION:The Snohomish County Black Heritage Committee and the Snohomish County NAACP invite the Pacific Northwest community to the 2026 Greater Everett Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Community Celebration. This year’s powerful theme\, “Building Community: The Dream & The Work\,” calls us to move beyond reflection and into collective action. Through a multi-day experience\, we honor the legacy of Dr. King while strengthening the bonds of our local community. \n\nEvent at a Glance: \n📅 Dates: January 18 – 19\, 2026 \n⏰ Sunday: 4:00 PM | Monday: 11:00 AM – 2:00 PM \n📍 Sunday Location: First Presbyterian Church\, Everett \n📍 Monday Location: Everett Memorial Stadium & VOAWW Carl Gipson Center \n\nThe celebration begins Sunday\, January 18th\, with a Worship Experience at First Presbyterian Church. On Monday\, the community will gather at Everett Memorial Stadium for a March starting at 11:00 AM\, culminating in a Rally at the VOAWW Carl Gipson Center. We are honored to feature keynote speaker Dr. Yvonne Terrell-Powell of Edmonds College and the Snohomish County NAACP\, along with insights from NAACP Vice President Monica Meadows. The event also continues the legacy of the Honorable Judge Eric Lucas through the Prodigies for Peace Art and Essay Contest. \n\n \nJoin the Snohomish County community in honoring the dream and doing the work of justice. \n\nBuilding a stronger\, more unified community requires the participation of every neighbor. Whether you are joining us for the spiritual reflection on Sunday or the active advocacy of the Monday march\, your presence is a vital part of the “work” in the Dream. We look forward to standing with you in Everett as we push forward the cause of civil rights and equity for all. \n\n\nFrequently Asked Questions\n\nWhen is the 2026 MLK Community Celebration in Everett? \nThe event spans two days: a worship service on Sunday\, January 18th at 4:00 PM\, and a march and rally on Monday\, January 19th starting at 11:00 AM. \n\n\nWhere does the MLK March and Rally take place? \nThe Monday March begins at Everett Memorial Stadium (3900 Broadway) and concludes with a Rally at the VOAWW Carl Gipson Center (3025 Lombard Ave). \n\n\nWho is speaking at the event? \nThe keynote speaker is Dr. Yvonne Terrell-Powell. NAACP Vice President Monica Meadows will also deliver remarks on behalf of the Snohomish County branch. \n\n\nWhat is the Prodigies for Peace contest? \nIt is an Art and Essay Contest held in memory of the Honorable Judge Eric Lucas to engage youth in social justice themes. \n\n\nWho can I contact for more information? \nPlease reach out to DanVo’nique Bletson-Reed\, President of the Snohomish County Black Heritage Committee\, at SCBHCWA@gmail.com.
URL:https://naacpaowsac.org/event/greater-everett-mlk-community-celebration-2026-building-the-dream-and-work/
LOCATION:First Presbyterian Church\, Everett\, WA\, United States
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SUMMARY:2026 State Of Black Oregon Townhall Our Voices Concerns and Solutions
DESCRIPTION:📅 Date: Tuesday\, January 20\, 2026 \n🕒 Time: 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM \n📍 Location: 1300 Broadway St NE\, Salem\, OR 97301 / Virtual via Zoom \n\nListen. Advocate. Solve. The NAACP State Area Conference for Alaska\, Oregon\, and Washington presents the 2026 State Of Black Oregon Townhall. This pivotal gathering serves as a platform for our community to address pressing concerns and collaborate on legislative solutions that impact Black Oregonians across the state. \nThe townhall provides a unique opportunity for direct engagement with state legislators and local leaders. By bringing our collective voices together\, we ensure that our concerns are not just heard\, but translated into actionable policy changes that strengthen our community’s future. \n\nEvent is Free and Open to the Public\nThis townhall is accessible both in person and virtually via Zoom to ensure all community members can participate. Please contact the organizer to RSVP and receive the virtual link. \n\n\nLegislative Leaders in Attendance\nHear from and engage with the following distinguished representatives: \n\n\n\nSen. Lew Frederick and Sen. James Manning\nRep. Shannon Isadore and Rep. Sue Rieke Smith\nRep. Travis Nelson and Commissioner Vince Jones-Dixon\n\n\n\n\n\nContact Information\nFor RSVP details or additional inquiries\, please reach out to the State Area Conference: \nNAACP State Area Conference (AK-OR-WA) \nEmail: vicepresident2@naacpaowsac.org \n\n\nFrequently Asked Questions\n\nWhat is the primary goal of the State of Black Oregon Townhall? \nThe goal is to provide a space for Black Oregonians to voice their concerns and work with legislators on solutions for the community. \n\n\nCan I attend this event if I am not in Salem? \nYes\, the event is held in a hybrid format\, allowing participants to join virtually via Zoom. \n\n\nIs there a registration process? \nWhile the event is free\, attendees are encouraged to contact vicepresident2@naacpaowsac.org to RSVP. \n\n\nWhich branches of the NAACP are organizing this? \nThe event is presented by the NAACP State Area Conference serving Alaska\, Oregon\, and Washington. \n\n\nWhere in Salem is the in-person meeting held? \nThe in-person location is 1300 Broadway St NE\, Salem\, OR 97301.
URL:https://naacpaowsac.org/event/2026-state-of-black-oregon-townhall-our-voices-concerns-and-solutions/
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SUMMARY:Higher Ground Securing Black Academic Futures Community Conversation
DESCRIPTION:Screenshot\n\n📅 Date: Thursday\, January 29\, 2026 \n🕒 Time: 6:30 PM \n📍 Location: Virtual Community Conversation \n\nElevate. Empower. Secure. The NAACP State Area Conference is proud to present “Higher Ground: Securing Black Academic Futures”. This essential dialogue brings together leading voices in higher education to discuss strategies\, challenges\, and the collective work required to ensure the academic success and stability of Black students within our community and technical college systems. \nEducation is the bedrock of equity. This session serves as a dedicated platform for students\, parents\, and educators to hear directly from institutional leaders about the initiatives and systemic changes being implemented to foster inclusive excellence and secure a bright future for the next generation of Black scholars. \n\nEvent is Free and Open to the Public\nParticipation in this vital conversation is free of charge. Interested attendees can RSVP via the official community form to receive access details. \n\n\nConversations with College Presidents\nEngage with distinguished leaders committed to academic equity: \n\n\n\nDr. Matthew Campbell: President\, Pierce College\nDr. Yoshiko Harden: President\, Renton Technical College\nDr. Chio Flores: President\, Pierce College\n\n\n\n\n\nJoin the Conversation\nTo participate in future sessions or to view recorded highlights\, please visit our official channels: \nNAACP State Area Conference (AK-OR-WA) \nRSVP and Information Link: Register Here \n\n\nFrequently Asked Questions\n\nWhat is the “Higher Ground” initiative? \nIt is a series focused on securing Black academic futures by facilitating direct conversations between the community and college presidents. \n\n\nWhich institutions are represented in this session? \nThis conversation features the presidents of Pierce College and Renton Technical College. \n\n\nHow can I register for this event? \nAttendees can RSVP through the provided Google Form link or by scanning the QR code on the official event flyer. \n\n\nIs this event specifically for students? \nNo\, this is a community-wide conversation open to students\, educators\, families\, and any advocates interested in Black academic success. \n\n\nWho is the primary host of this event? \nThe event is presented by the NAACP State Area Conference for Alaska\, Oregon\, and Washington.
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