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CBCF Marks 50 Years of Impact at the Phoenix Awards Dinner
The Congressional Black Caucus Foundation (CBCF) today announced the 2026 Phoenix Awards honorees, bringing together four of the nation’s most consequential leaders in arts and culture, civil rights and public service.
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At a Critical Moment for Black America and the Nation, CBCF and Civil Rights Leaders Open ALC 55 with a Call to Action
Against a backdrop of consequential challenges facing Black communities across America, the Congressional Black Caucus Foundation (CBCF) will open its 55th Annual Legislative Conference (ALC) today with an urgent call for leadership, civic engagement and collective action.
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Rooted, Ready, and Rising: Congressional Black Caucus Foundation Commemorates 50 Years of Leadership, Service and Progress
Today, August 4, 2026, marks the official 50th anniversary of the Congressional Black Caucus Foundation. In recognition of this historic milestone, CBCF President & CEO, Nicole Austin-Hillery released the following statement.
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Congressional Black Caucus Foundation Files Motion to Dismiss Meritless Complaint from American Alliance for Equal Rights and Defending Education
The Congressional Black Caucus Foundation, Inc. (“CBCF”) this morning responded in federal court to The American Alliance for Equal Rights and Defending Education’s meritless complaint challenging The CBCF Spouses’ Education Scholarship.
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Congressional Black Caucus Foundation Marks 55th Annual Legislative Conference Theme: Rooted, Ready, and Rising
The Nation's premier gathering of Black political power and thought to convene in Washington, D.C., as CBCF marks its 50th anniversary and the conference enters its 55th year.
Read MoreCBCF President & CEO Nicole Austin-Hillery Recognized Among U.S. Black Chambers’ 2026 Power 50 Women of Influence
Nicole Austin-Hillery is recognized for leadership, innovation, and impact across public policy, education, and civil rights sectors.
Read MoreCBCF Statement on Supreme Court Voting Rights Ruling
In response to the Supreme Court decision in the voting rights case challenging Section 2 of the Voting Rights Act, Louisiana v. Callais, CBCF President & CEO, Nicole Austin-Hillery issued the following statement.
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Mourning the Enduring Spirit of Representative David Scott
Nicole Austin-Hillery, President and CEO of the Congressional Black Caucus Foundation, issued the following statement on the passing of Representative David Scott (GA-13), who died at age 80.
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Congressional Black Caucus Foundation to Celebrate 50 Years of Impact at “Legacy and Leadership Gala” in Washington, D.C.
On April 16, 2026, the Congressional Black Caucus Foundation (CBCF) will mark a historic half-century of service with the CBCF Honors: Legacy and Leadership Gala.
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