Our Leadership

We work to end systemic injustices in policing, prosecution, and incarceration by advancing policies that protect civil rights and promote accountability at every level.

Leading with purpose and heart

THE VOICES AND VISION DRIVING CHANGE ACROSS OUR REGION.

Executive Officers

Sheley Secrest

President

Sheley Secrest is a dedicated civil rights advocate and public policy strategist with a long-standing commitment to equity and justice. As President of the NAACP AOWSAC, she brings decades of leadership in law, legislation, and community empowerment. Her work spans advancing economic opportunity, criminal justice reform, and systemic accountability, consistently amplifying the voices of underserved communities.

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Branch:Seattle King County, WA Unit 1136

Saudia Abdullah

FIRST VICE PRESIDENT

Saudia Abdullah is a dedicated public servant and systems change leader with a focus on racial equity and criminal justice reform. As First Vice President of NAACP AOWSAC, she brings deep expertise in government policy and community-centered advocacy. Saudia’s work bridges institutional leadership and grassroots impact, championing equity-driven transformation across Washington State.

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Branch:Seattle King County, WA Unit 1136

Jasmin Smith

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Branch:Anchorage, AK Unit 1000

Darlene Andrus

SECRETARY

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Branch:Albany/Corvallis,OR Unit 1118

Cynthia Richardson

ASSISTANT SECRETARY

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Branch:Salem,OR Unit 1166

Johnnie Mobley

TREASURER

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Branch:Seattle King County, WA Unit 1136

Dale Andrus

ASSISTANT TREASURER

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Branch:Albany/Corvallis, OR Unit 1118

Standing Committee Chairs

Hugh Rudolph Jr.

Communications

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Branch:Seattle King County, WA Unit 1136

Zenovia Harris

ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT

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Branch:Seattle King County, WA Unit 1136

Rozlyn Grady-Wyche

EDUCATION AK

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Branch:AK

Luckisha Phillips

EDUCATION WA

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Branch:Seattle King County, WA Unit 1136

Jonathan Jones-Thomas

ENVIRONMENTAL & CLIMATE JUSTICE

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Branch:Seattle King County, WA Unit 1136

Ashley McGirt-Adair

HEALTH & WELL-BEING

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Branch:Seattle King County, WA Unit 1136

Yolanda Frazier M.B.A. M.P.R.

HEALTH & WELL-BEING (OR)

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Branch:Vancouver, WA Unit 1139-b

Thomas Ahearne

LEGAL REDRESS (WA)

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Branch:Bremerton, WA Unit 1134

James Day

LEGAL REDRESS (AK)

Diojanique Davis

HOUSING

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Branch:WA

Deaunte Damper

LGBTQ+

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Branch:WA

JOIN US FOR A NIGHT AT THE MUSEUM

An unforgettable evening of history, community, and inspiration

  • 🗓 September 13, 2025
  • 🕕 6:00 PM
  • 📍 Tacoma Glass Museum

Experience an evening of powerful stories and celebration with guest speaker Olympian John Carlos. Be part of a moment where history and action come alive.

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