Since the death of Michael Brown, our nation has heard from diverse parts of Brown’s Ferguson, Missouri community, as well as thoughtful political and legal analysis from noted experts. I’ve reported on this incident in three previous ‘village’ reports.
Read More44th Annual Legislative Conference – HIV/AIDS Braintrust
HIV is having a greater impact on the African-American community than on any other racial or ethnic group in the United States.
Read More44th Annual Legislative Conference – Celebration of Leadership in the Fine Arts
On Wednesday September 24th, 2014, the official start date of the Congressional Black Caucus Foundation’s Annual Legislative Conference, the Congressional Black Caucus Spouses hosted an awards ceremony honoring three standout icons in the fine arts.
Read More44th Annual Legislative Conference Highlights – Sept. 27
At the My Brother’s Keeper Town Hall panelists shared stories of trial and triumph, hope, and, most importantly, the blueprint for a plan of action.
Read More44th Annual Legislative Conference Highlights – Sept. 26
In a sort of rites of passage, members of the Congressional Black Caucus set the tone for the remainder of today’s Emerging Leaders Series sessions during the National Town Hall by urging us to take an active stand against the injustices we face today.
Read More44th Annual Legislative Conference Highlights – Sept. 25
Speaking to a standing room only crowd during the 2014 Emerging Leaders Town Hall, Songstress and Activist Ledisi stated emphatically, “We have to tap into our collective power.”
Read MoreCBCF to Launch Virtual Community Exploring Public Policy and Impact on Black Communities
The Congressional Black Caucus Foundation, Incorporated (CBCF) today announced the enrollment launch of a new virtual community designed to engage the public around policy issues impacting black communities.
Read MoreWhat Would I Say if I Were Janay (Rice)?
For the last several weeks like much of the world, I have witnessed what has happened and is happening in, with and to the NFL.
Read MoreCBCF to Announce Enrollment Launch of Virtual Community Exploring Public Policy and Impact on Black Communities
The Congressional Black Caucus Foundation, Incorporated (CBCF) will hold a press conference to announce the launch of a new initiative, a virtual community designed to engage the public around policy issues impacting black communities.
Read MorePOTUS to Deliver Keynote at 2014 CBCF Phoenix Awards Dinner
The Congressional Black Caucus Foundation, Incorporated (CBCF) today announced President Barack Obama as the keynote speaker for the 44th Annual Legislative Conference (ALC) Phoenix Awards Dinner, 6 p.m., Saturday, Sept. 27 at the Walter E. Washington Convention Center in Washington, DC.
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