start date September 28, 2023
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80th Annual State Convention

80th Annual State Convention

From the ramifications of COVID-19 to decades long fight for racial equity to economic uncertainty to rights being stripped away by an unjust Supreme Court, Black North Carolinians continue to face uncertain times that give us pause but we know that we are strengthened in our resolve to continue our vital work so that the NAACP and people of color remain strong and resilient as ever.

Get ready to pick up your name badges and swag bags at registration for the 80th Annual State Convention of the NC NAACP! It's your chance to collect your conference essentials while connecting with fellow advocates and gearing up for impactful discussions on justice and equality in North Carolina.

Join us for the Community Partners Breakfast featuring NC NAACP Executive Director Da'Quan Marcell Love to hear about the path of "Fighting Forward"

Da'Quan Marcell Love Executive Director, NC NAACP

Get ready to delve into the empowering world of the Youth and College Division! It's your opportunity to immerse yourself in an inspiring event where young advocates like you come together to foster change and discuss critical topics affecting our community.

Join us as we discuss how the North Carolina NAACP has continued "Fighting Forward"

Join us as we recognize and show appreciation for Sponsors

Join us for the State of the State on Civil Rights: President's Address to hear from President Deborah Dicks Maxwell

Join dozens of vendors, the American Red Cross, and talent from the local Wilmington area to see the crossroads of Black culture and community impact

Join panelists Indira Everett, Mark McIntire, Sharene Pierce, and Carman Holmes as they discuss the critical work Duke Energy and others are doing in North Carolina

Voting for the Executive Committee leadership for 2023-2024 will occur virtually as directed by National NAACP

Join us for the Political Action Luncheon, where we are honored to have North Carolina Supreme Court Senior Associate Michael Morgan as our keynote speaker.

Senior Associate Justice Michael Morgan North Carolina Supreme Court Justice

Join us as we discuss how the North Carolina NAACP has continued "Fighting Forward"

Join the Executive Committee members, sponsors and others for an exclusive reception before the Freedom Fund Gala

Join us for the Freedom Fund Gala where we will hear from a variety of speakers including featured speaker Attorney General Josh Stein and our keynote speaker Chair of the NAACP Board of Directors Leon W. Russell as they discuss the integral work both they and the NC NAACP will continue to do in the years to come

Chairman Leon W. Russell Chair, NAACP National Board of Directors

Join the NC NAACP Executive Committee, members, and other individuals in fellowship to celebrate the continued work of the NC NAACP

Get ready to pick up your name badges and swag bags at registration for the 80th Annual State Convention of the NC NAACP! It's your chance to collect your conference essentials while connecting with fellow advocates and gearing up for impactful discussions on justice and equality in North Carolina.

Get ready to delve into the empowering world of the Youth and College Division! It's your opportunity to immerse yourself in an inspiring event where young advocates like you come together to foster change and discuss critical topics affecting our community.

Join us for the Labor & Industry Breakfast featuring Georgette "Gigi" Dixon, a renowned speaker. We'll hear about wealth building & health — covering physical, emotional, and financial health within the NAACP's advocacy for social justice.

Georgette "Gigi" Dixon Executive Vice President and Head of External Engagement for Diverse Segments, Representation, and Inclusion

Join us as we discuss how the North Carolina NAACP has continued "Fighting Forward"

Join us as we discuss how the North Carolina NAACP has continued "Fighting Forward"

Join the CLE Program in which a diverse group of speakers will discuss the intersection of the legal worj and the mission of the NC NAACP at large

Join a group of panelists including Chakema Clinton-Quintana, NC NAACP 2nd Vice President Rev. Kim Moss, and President Chris Rey as they discuss opportunities for the NAACP to expand local partnerships with our national MOU partners, including the NPHC, HBCUs and the faith community.

Join us for an inspiring Carolyn Q. Coleman membership luncheon, where we celebrate the life of Carolyn Q. Coleman and present awards recognizing our members. We are honored to have North Carolina Governor Roy Cooper as our keynote speaker.

Roy Cooper 75th Governor of North Carolina

Join a group of panelists to discuss some of the best practices on how Branches can continue to "Fight Forward"

Join Executive Director Love and others as they discuss some great tools in being a fundraising powerhouse

Join the NC NAACP Executive Committee, members, and other individuals in fellowship to celebrate the continued work of the NC NAACP

Join the NC NAACP Executive Committee, members, and other individuals in fellowship to celebrate the continued work of the NC NAACP

Get ready to pick up your name badges and swag bags at registration for the 80th Annual State Convention of the NC NAACP! It's your chance to collect your conference essentials while connecting with fellow advocates and gearing up for impactful discussions on justice and equality in North Carolina.

Get ready to delve into the empowering world of the Youth and College Division! It's your opportunity to immerse yourself in an inspiring event where young advocates like you come together to foster change and discuss critical topics affecting our community.

Join us for a solemn Necrology and Memorial Service as we honor those who passed away in the last year. Let us remember and cherish their contributions.

Join us for an inspiring Religious Emphasis Luncheon, where we celebrate the contributions of faith partners to NAACP's advocacy work. We're honored to have Rev. Dr. Gwendolyn Boyd as our keynote speaker, expanding our perspective on faith's role in social justice.

Rev. Dr. Gwendolyn Boyd Past National President, Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc.

Join us as we discuss how the North Carolina NAACP has continued "Fighting Forward"

Join us as we discuss how the North Carolina NAACP has continued "Fighting Forward"

Join us for a captivating Soul Food Dinner, where we explore the tapestry of cultural traditions that bind us together. Celebrate unity and diversity while engaging in enriching conversations that resonate with the soul.

Join us as we get underway with electing the Convention Committee members for the 80th Annual State Convention

The Convention Committees will meet to discuss the items relevant to each committee and their involvement in making the 80th Annual State Convention a success

Join us as we hear from the Mayor of Wilmington, receive the official proclamation from the City recognizing the 80th Annual State Convention being in Wilmington along with various other business

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8:00 am - 5:30 pm River Concourse

Registration

Get ready to pick up your name badges and swag bags at registration for the 80th Annual State Convention of the NC NAACP! It's your chance to collect your conference essentials while connecting with fellow advocates and gearing up for impactful discussions on justice and equality in North Carolina.

8:00 am - 5:30 pm MR 102

Youth & College

Get ready to delve into the empowering world of the Youth and College Division! It's your opportunity to immerse yourself in an inspiring event where young advocates like you come together to foster change and discuss critical topics affecting our community.

10:00 am - 11:45 am Salon DEF

Necrology & Memorial Service

Join us for a solemn Necrology and Memorial Service as we honor those who passed away in the last year. Let us remember and cherish their contributions.

12:00 pm - 1:30 pm Salon ABC

Religious Emphasis Luncheon

Join us for an inspiring Religious Emphasis Luncheon, where we celebrate the contributions of faith partners to NAACP's advocacy work. We're honored to have Rev. Dr. Gwendolyn Boyd as our keynote speaker, expanding our perspective on faith's role in social justice.

Rev. Dr. Gwendolyn Boyd
1:45 pm - 2:45 pm Salon DEF

Plenary Session I

Join us as we discuss how the North Carolina NAACP has continued "Fighting Forward"

3:00 pm - 4:15 pm Salon DEF

Plenary Session II

Join us as we discuss how the North Carolina NAACP has continued "Fighting Forward"

4:30 pm - 5:30 pm Salon ABC

Soul Food Dinner

Join us for a captivating Soul Food Dinner, where we explore the tapestry of cultural traditions that bind us together. Celebrate unity and diversity while engaging in enriching conversations that resonate with the soul.

6:00 pm - 6:50 pm Salon DEF

First Legislative Session

Join us as we get underway with electing the Convention Committee members for the 80th Annual State Convention

7:00 pm - 8:00 pm MR 102

Convention Committee Meetings

The Convention Committees will meet to discuss the items relevant to each committee and their involvement in making the 80th Annual State Convention a success

7:00 pm - 10:00 pm Salon DEF

Mass Meeting

Join us as we hear from the Mayor of Wilmington, receive the official proclamation from the City recognizing the 80th Annual State Convention being in Wilmington along with various other business

  • Date : September 28, 2023 - September 30, 2023
  • Time : 8:00 am - 10:00 pm (America/New_York)
  • Venue : Wilmington Convention Center

Short Details

  • start date Start Date: September 28, 2023
  • Event Venue Event Venue: Wilmington Convention Center
  • Organizer Organizer: Chairman Leon W. Russell
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  • Designation Designation: Chair, NAACP National Board of Directors