Rev. Joel L. King, Jr. Religious Affairs Chair Biography Rev. Joel L. King, Jr. has nearly 40 years in ministry and is the cousin of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. He served as pastor of Jerusalem Second Baptist Church in Urbana and currently serves as associate minister at Mount Hermon Baptist Church in Columbus. Rev.… Continue reading Rev. Joel L. King, Jr.
PRESS RELEASE NAACP President Condemns Trump Administration’s Roll Back of DEI Programs January 22, 2025 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE January 22, 2025 Contact: Alicia Mercedes, amercedes@naacpnet.org WASHINGTON – In a flurry of Executive Orders enacted on President Trump’s first day in office, the controversial Administration has chosen to roll back all federal programs promoting diversity,… Continue reading NAACP President Condemns Trump Administration’s Roll Back of DEI Programs
FREEDOM FUND Strategies for Success During Transformation Fundraising During Change: Strategies for Success During Transformation by Tiffany Edwards CFRE Fundraising is a vital tool for nonprofit organizations, driving their ability to fulfill missions, enact systemic change, and deliver impactful services. As the landscape of philanthropy evolves, nonprofits are tasked with navigating technological advancements, shifting donor… Continue reading Strategies for Success During Transformation
Davida Russell Labor and Industry Chair Biography Davida is a Labor Executive and serves as the State President of the Coalition of Labor Union Women, Vice President of the Ohio AFL-CIO, APSE/AFSCME Local 4/AFL-CIO, Northeast Ohio President and State Executive Board Member, and Executive Secretary/Treasurer of the North Coast Area Labor Federation. In these positions,… Continue reading Davida Russell
David Whitehead Political Action Chair Biography David Whitehead is a dedicated leader in civil rights and social justice, serving as both the President of the Cincinnati NAACP and the Political Action Chair for Ohio NAACP. With a career marked by versatility and impact, he brings years of experience in community engagement, voter empowerment, and economic… Continue reading David Whitehead
RESOLUTION In Support of the Restoration, Maintenance, and Preservation of the McGuffey Wildlife Preserve, McGuffey Family Pond and Dock Within the Mill Creek Metroparks – Environmental Affairs December 14, 2024 WHEREAS, the Ohio State Conference of NAACP branches (herein, the State Conference) was founded in 1937, subsequent to the 1919 founding of the Youngstown… Continue reading In Support of the Restoration, Maintenance, and Preservation of the McGuffey Wildlife Preserve, McGuffey Family Pond and Dock Within the Mill Creek Metroparks – Environmental Affairs – Resolution
PRESS In Support of the Restoration, Maintenance, and Preservation of the McGuffey Wildlife Preserve, McGuffey Family Pond and Dock Within the Mill Creek Metroparks – Environmental Affairs December 14, 2024 WHEREAS, the Ohio State Conference of NAACP branches (herein, the State Conference) was founded in 1937, subsequent to the 1919 founding of the Youngstown… Continue reading In Support of the Restoration, Maintenance, and Preservation of the McGuffey Wildlife Preserve, McGuffey Family Pond and Dock Within the Mill Creek Metroparks – Environmental Affairs
PRESS Ohio NAACP Mourns the Passing of Former State Senate Minority Leader Ben Espy, a Champion for Justice, Equality, and Community Leadership January 5, 2025 Columbus, OH — The Ohio State Conference of the NAACP joins the Columbus community, the state of Ohio, and the nation in mourning the passing of former State Senate… Continue reading Ohio NAACP Mourns the Passing of Former State Senate Minority Leader Ben Espy, a Champion for Justice, Equality, and Community Leadership
TiAja Perry Youth & College Division President Biography TiAja Perry is a currently a Junior majoring in Political Science at Central State University. Perry aspires to be a lawyer and to help change the world by dismantling racism. Perry is focused on being a fair leader. She states, “I have learned that being President isn’t… Continue reading TiAja Perry
Willis Gordon Armed Services & Veterans Affairs Chair Biography Willis Gordon is a business owner, entrepreneur, and War on Terror veteran dedicated to improving the lives of Black veterans and his community. As the founder of Gordon Enterprises, he is also an author, musician, and community organizer committed to driving change through art, action, and… Continue reading Willis Gordon
