Congressional Black Caucus Foundation Archives - The Washington Informer https://www.washingtoninformer.com/category/supplements/congressional-black-caucus-foundation/ Black News, Commentary and Culture | The Washington Informer Wed, 04 Sep 2024 18:03:50 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://www.washingtoninformer.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/01/cropped-Site-Icon-32x32.png Congressional Black Caucus Foundation Archives - The Washington Informer https://www.washingtoninformer.com/category/supplements/congressional-black-caucus-foundation/ 32 32 121622320 CBCF’s National Town Hall Focuses on Prosperity and Democracy https://www.washingtoninformer.com/black-african-americans-economic-opportunity/ https://www.washingtoninformer.com/black-african-americans-economic-opportunity/#respond Wed, 04 Sep 2024 04:00:00 +0000 https://www.washingtoninformer.com/?p=1213292 Michael Eric Dyson, LaShawn Warren, State Rep. Justin Jones, LaTosha Brown and U.S. Rep. Stacey E. Plaskett (D-USVI) during the 2023 Congressional Black Caucus Foundation Annual Legislative Conference National Town Hall at the Walter E. Washington Convention Center in Northwest D.C. (WI File Photo/Robert R. Roberts)

The 2024 National Town Hall Meeting at the Congressional Black Caucus Foundation Annual Legislative Conference will focus on the prosperity of African Americans and the effort to save democracy in the U.S., with panelists discussing the barriers to Black economic advancement and equality.

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CBCF Announces the Second Cohort of Social Justice Ambassadors https://www.washingtoninformer.com/cbcf-selects-social-justice-ambassadors/ https://www.washingtoninformer.com/cbcf-selects-social-justice-ambassadors/#respond Wed, 04 Sep 2024 04:00:00 +0000 https://www.washingtoninformer.com/?p=1213297 The newly appointed National Racial Equity Initiative Task force includes an intergenerational and interdisciplinary group of social justice leaders. (Courtesy Photos, Congressional Black Caucus Foundation)

The Congressional Black Caucus Foundation has selected a diverse group of social justice leaders to serve as the NREI Social Justice Ambassadors, who will work to disseminate research, advance policy, and raise awareness for the Black community.

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Love for Each Other and Love for Service Binds CBC Spouses https://www.washingtoninformer.com/congressional-black-caucus-spouses/ https://www.washingtoninformer.com/congressional-black-caucus-spouses/#respond Wed, 04 Sep 2024 04:00:00 +0000 https://www.washingtoninformer.com/?p=1213300 Maj. Gen. Andree “Ana” Carter, a member of the Congressional Black Caucus Spouses, with her husband Louisiana Democratic Congressman Troy Carter. (Courtesy of Rep. Troy Carter via Instagram)

The Congressional Black Caucus Spouses are a group of husbands and wives of African American members of Congress who have worked to create educational opportunities for students and provide support for Washington, D.C. residents facing housing and health challenges.

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ALC 2024: A Crucial Turning Point for Black America Amid High-Stakes Elections https://www.washingtoninformer.com/cbcf-alc-2024-election-season/ https://www.washingtoninformer.com/cbcf-alc-2024-election-season/#respond Wed, 04 Sep 2024 04:00:00 +0000 https://www.washingtoninformer.com/?p=1213305 During the 2024 Democratic National Convention, New Jersey Sen. Cory Booker emphasized the Congressional Black Caucus Foundation Annual Legislative Conference will build on the momentum of the Biden-Harris administration’s achievements, and the energy from Vice President Kamala Harris' campaign. (Earl Gibson/The Washington Informer)

The Congressional Black Caucus Foundation is hosting its 53rd Annual Legislative Conference to amplify Black voices and address the pressing issues facing African Americans, with key Democratic figures emphasizing the importance of the conference in shaping the outcome of the upcoming election.

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CBC Chair Steven Horsford Says Battle for the Nation’s Future Starts with Lifting Up Black America https://www.washingtoninformer.com/caucus-chair-horsford-democracy/ https://www.washingtoninformer.com/caucus-chair-horsford-democracy/#respond Wed, 04 Sep 2024 04:00:00 +0000 https://www.washingtoninformer.com/?p=1213309 Nevada Democratic Rep. Steven Horsford, chair of the Congressional Black Caucus, stands at the forefront of an unrelenting campaign to protect democracy and ensure that African Americans are at the center of the nation’s progress. (WI File Photo/Robert R. Roberts)

Congressman Steven Horsford is leading a campaign to protect democracy and ensure that Black Americans are at the center of the nation's progress, with a focus on engaging Black voters and securing the White House for the Democrats.

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Kamala Harris: Carrying Shirley Chisholm’s Torch in a Relentless Fight Against Racism and Misogyny https://www.washingtoninformer.com/kamala-harris-historic-victory/ https://www.washingtoninformer.com/kamala-harris-historic-victory/#respond Wed, 04 Sep 2024 04:00:00 +0000 https://www.washingtoninformer.com/?p=1213314 Vice President Kamala Harris’ ascent as the first Black woman to secure the Democratic nomination for president of the United States stands on the shoulders of trailblazers like Shirley Chisholm, who battled the dual forces of racism and sexism to open doors that had been firmly shut to women of color. (WI File Photo/Robert R. Roberts)

Vice President Kamala Harris' historic nomination as the first Black woman to secure the Democratic nomination for President of the United States is a victory for Black women who have fought against racism and sexism to open doors in politics.

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‘Day of Healing’ Serves as a Very Important Event During a Critical Time https://www.washingtoninformer.com/cbcf-annual-legislative-conference-faith-event/ https://www.washingtoninformer.com/cbcf-annual-legislative-conference-faith-event/#respond Wed, 04 Sep 2024 04:00:00 +0000 https://www.washingtoninformer.com/?p=1213321 The Congressional Black Caucus Foundation Annual Legislative Conference "Day of Healing" serves as a moment to celebrate the role and power of faith in African Americans' continued fight toward justice, unity and peace. (WI File Photo/Robert R. Roberts)

The Congressional Black Caucus Foundation's Annual Legislative Conference's Day of Healing event will be held on September 14 to emphasize the role of faith in the African American community's fight for justice, unity and peace.

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Healthy Eating That Embraces Our Culture https://www.washingtoninformer.com/black-food-health-conference/ https://www.washingtoninformer.com/black-food-health-conference/#respond Wed, 04 Sep 2024 04:00:00 +0000 https://www.washingtoninformer.com/?p=1213508 **FILE** This year at the Congressional Black Caucus Foundation's Annual Legislative Conference, "High on the Hog: Exploring Black Food Traditions to Improve Black Health" will take attendees on a different approach to cooking and making food choices without compromising what we have grown to love. (WI photo)

The Congressional Black Caucus Foundation is hosting a session on Black food traditions and health, featuring panelists Dr. Kera Nyemb-Diop and Chris Bradshaw, to showcase the importance of proper nutrition and food choices in combating chronic illnesses and further challenges.

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Serving the Communities We Live In: How Pepco is Finding New Ways to Mobilize Diverse Perspectives https://www.washingtoninformer.com/pepco-invests-in-diverse-communities/ https://www.washingtoninformer.com/pepco-invests-in-diverse-communities/#respond Wed, 04 Sep 2024 04:00:00 +0000 https://www.washingtoninformer.com/?p=1213909 Public Sector Solutions Group (PS2G), along with leaders from Pepco and Exelon, celebrate with graduates from their Cybersecurity Training Program in June. (Courtesy photo)

Pepco is investing in the communities it serves by reducing barriers and making energy technologies more accessible, investing in workforce development programs, partnering with HBCUs, and providing exposure and recognition opportunities for local artists.

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The Key to Behind the Scenes of ALC — One Day at a Time https://www.washingtoninformer.com/cbf-annual-legislative-conference/ https://www.washingtoninformer.com/cbf-annual-legislative-conference/#respond Wed, 04 Sep 2024 04:00:00 +0000 https://www.washingtoninformer.com/?p=1213913 President Joe Biden greets the crowd with Vice President Kamala Harris cheering him on at the 2023 Phoenix Awards at the Walter E. Washington Convention Center in D.C. on Sept. 23. The event was part of the Congressional Black Caucus Foundation’s Annual Legislative Conference. (Robert R. Roberts/The Washington Informer)

The Congressional Black Caucus Foundation hosts the Annual Legislative Conference each September, which has grown from a small gathering to a large event with thousands of attendees, and is planning for ALC 2025 as soon as the current one ends.

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