A group of west side prostitutes in Chicago have decided to form a labor union. They state for healthier and safer working conditions. They call themselves Pimps UP Hoes Down (PUHD) the announced their decision during a prayer vigil held on Madison Avenue at a churck owned by Bishop Magic Don Juan, a former pimp turned evnangelist, who supports them.
They carried a sign that read "No justice, No piece"Virgin, a spokesperson for the group stated why they decided on the controversial and seemingly demeaning name.
"This has been a term of shame and degradation for too long amongst us hookers," said Virgin. "We wanted to turn it around and make it a source of empowerment. Pimps need to get UP and take care of their business in a right way. If they don't hookers are not going to stage a sit-in, but a shut DOWN of all activity. In other words, if we don't overcome, then neither will another client."
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Tuesday, October 26, 2010
Chicago Prostitutes to form labor union
A group of west side prostitutes in Chicago have decided to form a labor union. They state for healthier and safer working conditions. They call themselves Pimps UP Hoes Down (PUHD) the announced their decision during a prayer vigil held on Madison Avenue at a churck owned by Bishop Magic Don Juan, a former pimp turned evnangelist, who supports them.
They carried a sign that read "No justice, No piece"Virgin, a spokesperson for the group stated why they decided on the controversial and seemingly demeaning name.
"This has been a term of shame and degradation for too long amongst us hookers," said Virgin. "We wanted to turn it around and make it a source of empowerment. Pimps need to get UP and take care of their business in a right way. If they don't hookers are not going to stage a sit-in, but a shut DOWN of all activity. In other words, if we don't overcome, then neither will another client."
They carried a sign that read "No justice, No piece"Virgin, a spokesperson for the group stated why they decided on the controversial and seemingly demeaning name.
"This has been a term of shame and degradation for too long amongst us hookers," said Virgin. "We wanted to turn it around and make it a source of empowerment. Pimps need to get UP and take care of their business in a right way. If they don't hookers are not going to stage a sit-in, but a shut DOWN of all activity. In other words, if we don't overcome, then neither will another client."
Friday, October 8, 2010
Albertina Walker dies at age 81
She had been in the hospital in ICU for several days
Albertina Walker, the Chicago singer known as the “Queen of Gospel” died today. She was 81.
Walker died of respiratory failure at a Chicago hospital. She had been in hospital since August, battling emphysema.
Walker recorded dozens of gospel hits in a career lasting 50 years, including I Won’t Last a Day Without You, Let Jesus Come Into Your Heart, I Will Wait on You and Joy Will Come In the Morning.
Many of the young singers who were members of her 1950s group the Caravans went on to big careers and others were helped by scholarships from the Albertina Walker Foundation for the Creative Arts.
Walker was mentored by Mahalia Jackson.
The youngest of nine children, born in Chicago in 1929, Walker began singing at age four at Chicago’s West Point Baptist Church.
Urged by Jackson, she formed the group the Caravans in 1951 and it became one of the most popular on the gospel circuit. Singers such as Shirley Caesar, Inez Andrews, Bessie Griffin, Cassietta George, James Cleveland and future disco diva Loleatta Holloway were all members of the group at some time.
The group disbanded in the mid-1970s and Walker went on to a strong solo career.
She also joined other female singers in the group The Sisters of Glory who had a winning album with Good News in Hard Times.
Walker was known for her warm vocals and her long-time association with the Chicago Gospel Festival. She was inducted into the Gospel Music Hall of Fame in 2001.
Albertina Walker, the Chicago singer known as the “Queen of Gospel” died today. She was 81.
Walker died of respiratory failure at a Chicago hospital. She had been in hospital since August, battling emphysema.
Walker recorded dozens of gospel hits in a career lasting 50 years, including I Won’t Last a Day Without You, Let Jesus Come Into Your Heart, I Will Wait on You and Joy Will Come In the Morning.
Many of the young singers who were members of her 1950s group the Caravans went on to big careers and others were helped by scholarships from the Albertina Walker Foundation for the Creative Arts.
Walker was mentored by Mahalia Jackson.
The youngest of nine children, born in Chicago in 1929, Walker began singing at age four at Chicago’s West Point Baptist Church.
Urged by Jackson, she formed the group the Caravans in 1951 and it became one of the most popular on the gospel circuit. Singers such as Shirley Caesar, Inez Andrews, Bessie Griffin, Cassietta George, James Cleveland and future disco diva Loleatta Holloway were all members of the group at some time.
The group disbanded in the mid-1970s and Walker went on to a strong solo career.
She also joined other female singers in the group The Sisters of Glory who had a winning album with Good News in Hard Times.
Walker was known for her warm vocals and her long-time association with the Chicago Gospel Festival. She was inducted into the Gospel Music Hall of Fame in 2001.
Albertina Walker dies at age 81
She had been in the hospital in ICU for several days
Albertina Walker, the Chicago singer known as the “Queen of Gospel” died today. She was 81.
Walker died of respiratory failure at a Chicago hospital. She had been in hospital since August, battling emphysema.
Walker recorded dozens of gospel hits in a career lasting 50 years, including I Won’t Last a Day Without You, Let Jesus Come Into Your Heart, I Will Wait on You and Joy Will Come In the Morning.
Many of the young singers who were members of her 1950s group the Caravans went on to big careers and others were helped by scholarships from the Albertina Walker Foundation for the Creative Arts.
Walker was mentored by Mahalia Jackson.
The youngest of nine children, born in Chicago in 1929, Walker began singing at age four at Chicago’s West Point Baptist Church.
Urged by Jackson, she formed the group the Caravans in 1951 and it became one of the most popular on the gospel circuit. Singers such as Shirley Caesar, Inez Andrews, Bessie Griffin, Cassietta George, James Cleveland and future disco diva Loleatta Holloway were all members of the group at some time.
The group disbanded in the mid-1970s and Walker went on to a strong solo career.
She also joined other female singers in the group The Sisters of Glory who had a winning album with Good News in Hard Times.
Walker was known for her warm vocals and her long-time association with the Chicago Gospel Festival. She was inducted into the Gospel Music Hall of Fame in 2001.
Albertina Walker, the Chicago singer known as the “Queen of Gospel” died today. She was 81.
Walker died of respiratory failure at a Chicago hospital. She had been in hospital since August, battling emphysema.
Walker recorded dozens of gospel hits in a career lasting 50 years, including I Won’t Last a Day Without You, Let Jesus Come Into Your Heart, I Will Wait on You and Joy Will Come In the Morning.
Many of the young singers who were members of her 1950s group the Caravans went on to big careers and others were helped by scholarships from the Albertina Walker Foundation for the Creative Arts.
Walker was mentored by Mahalia Jackson.
The youngest of nine children, born in Chicago in 1929, Walker began singing at age four at Chicago’s West Point Baptist Church.
Urged by Jackson, she formed the group the Caravans in 1951 and it became one of the most popular on the gospel circuit. Singers such as Shirley Caesar, Inez Andrews, Bessie Griffin, Cassietta George, James Cleveland and future disco diva Loleatta Holloway were all members of the group at some time.
The group disbanded in the mid-1970s and Walker went on to a strong solo career.
She also joined other female singers in the group The Sisters of Glory who had a winning album with Good News in Hard Times.
Walker was known for her warm vocals and her long-time association with the Chicago Gospel Festival. She was inducted into the Gospel Music Hall of Fame in 2001.
Thursday, October 7, 2010
Georgia State NAACP Convention Oct 6-10 2010
The 68th Annual NAACP Georgia State Convention and Civil Rights Conference will convene in DeKalb County, GA
October 6-10, 2010
The NAACP Georgia State Conference chose DeKalb County as the host for our 68th Annual State Convention and Civil Rights Conference due to the efforts of Immediate Past President Yvonne Hawks, Esq. and the Members of the DeKalb County Branch.
The theme for this year’s convention is "One Nation: One Dream!"
This year’s conference is hosted by the DeKalb County Branch and is designed to provide you with the necessary tools and guidance needed to move our State and your unit to the next level. So, the convention is designed to ensure that we have the most equipped troops on the ground to carry out the work of the NAACP in every community.
68th Annual Convention Headquarters
All business sessions and most ticketed events of the 68th Annual Georgia State Convention will be held at the Antioch-Lithonia Missionary Baptist Church, 2152 Rock Chapel Road, Lithonia.
Specific Agenda Topics:
Announce the Opening Convention Office and event calendar
Troy Davis Case
Attack on the black church in wake of the Bishop Eddie Long allegations
The on going boycott in South Carolina concerning the confederate flag
Panel discussion
Q&A
Georgia, October 5, 2010 - The Georgia State Conference NAACP presents the 68th Annual Convention and Civil Rights Conference hosted by the NAACP DeKalb County Branch October 7-10, 2010 at Antioch Lithonia Missionary Baptist Church located at 2152 Rock Chapel Rd. Lithonia, GA 30058 and Stonecrest Mall Host Hotels Hyatt Place and Fairfield Inn.
While celebrating 101 years of community service we welcome all to join us as we bring together community leaders, advocates of the civil rights movement along with elected and appointed public officials. The NAACP will acknowledge them for their outstanding commitment to service in the community, the Armed Forces, college and public service. In addition, there will be educational, informative and resourceful workshops that will comprise of technology, health, social networking, and access to the media.
Some of our dynamic featured participants include Honoree Labor Commissioner Michael Thurmond, and keynote speaker for the Labor Relations Breakfast, President Richard Ray president of the AFL-CIO, General James E. Donald as keynote speaker for the Veterans Affairs Ball, where we pay homage to the men in women veterans apart of the Armed forces, Ambassador Andrew Young Keynote Speaker for the Freedom Fund Banquet and our very own State President Edward DuBose. Special invited guest is the City of Lithonia Honorable Mayor Tonya Peterson to bring greetings for most scheduled events; Image Award recipients includes Mr. Roosevelt Jackson, a former Negro league baseball player who is slated to be placed in the Negro league baseball hall of fame a living legend, along with Congressman John Lewis, Representative Tyrone Brooks and Representative Abdul-Salaam (District 74) to name a few.
Events & Activities as follows:
Convention Registration: Adult Basic $50/ Daily $40 Youth Registration $25 Daily
Gold Packet: $210 Silver Packet $145 Youth Packet $110
(Call for details 404-577-8977)
Thursday-October 7, will consist of the Religious Leaders Breakfast- The NAACP recognizes the support of interfaith community and religious leaders locally and statewide, featuring panel discussion with a collection of very accomplished ministers featuring Dr. Richard Cobble, President of the Concerned Black Clergy.
Community Mass Meeting & Memorial program Gospel Extravaganza- Featuring today’s most popular gospel entertainers and the NAACP Mass Choir which offers churches to headline gospel acts, and allows sponsors to be accompanied by a broad attending audience. NAACP Council of Presidents Luncheon- Designed to provide an opportunity for NAACP Branch Presidents, Youth Council Presidents and State Conference Presidents to interface with the NAACP President to voice concerns that affect the Associations grassroots operations.
Friday-October 8, Health Symposium Workshop – The Health Symposium Workshops features a guest speaker Shavon Arline to present topics of health concerns in the African American community. Labor Relations Breakfast -The NAACP recognizes Labor Unions and their contribution and long fight for equality in the work place, featuring Keynote Speaker Richard Ray, President of AFL-CIO.
Political Forum (Statewide) - Featuring Statewide Candidates invited to attend while Gubernatorial Candidates Panel consist of (Governor, U.S. Attorney, Secretary of State, Attorney General and Labor Commissioners)
Veterans Affair Ball- 1st Annual Maceo Snipes Gala Attracting attendees from all of the service branches and to recognize the achievements and sacrifices of our men and women in the Armed Forces, featuring Commissioner James E. Donald as Keynote Speaker
Saturday-October 9, Women In The NAACP (WIN) – The Women in The NAACP recognize the tremendous work and accomplishments of the Women of the NAACP in the continuing fight for civil rights in their communities and on the local and state levels. Youth Freedom Fund – The NAACP recognizes the contributions that our youth councils and college chapters have made throughout the year, as well as those supporting the efforts of the NAACP Youth and College students. Afro-Academic Cultural Technological & Scientific Olympics (ACT-SO) & Youth Division Social- This social provides an opportunity for the NAACP ACT-SO student and Youth & College Division to network with their peer leaders within the 1,700 branches across the country. Freedom Fund Banquet – The Annual Fund Raiser that recognizes people in the community for outstanding contribution to civil and human rights, Featuring Keynote Speaker Ambassador Andrew Young.
Visit: www.naacpga.org for details and to register call 404-577-8977 to book your hotels now contact one of our host hotels NOW!
(SEE INFORMATION BELOW)
Lodging Information
Hyatt Place-Atlanta East Singles, $99 Doubles, $99
7900 Mall Ring Road
Lithonia, GA
(770) 484-4384
Fairfield Inn-Atlanta East/Lithonia Singles $94 Doubles, $94
7850 Stonecrest Square (next door to the Hyatt Place)
Lithonia, GA
(770) 484-9993
Please be sure to ask for the NAACP Block when making your reservations with either hotel.
October 6-10, 2010
The NAACP Georgia State Conference chose DeKalb County as the host for our 68th Annual State Convention and Civil Rights Conference due to the efforts of Immediate Past President Yvonne Hawks, Esq. and the Members of the DeKalb County Branch.
The theme for this year’s convention is "One Nation: One Dream!"
This year’s conference is hosted by the DeKalb County Branch and is designed to provide you with the necessary tools and guidance needed to move our State and your unit to the next level. So, the convention is designed to ensure that we have the most equipped troops on the ground to carry out the work of the NAACP in every community.
68th Annual Convention Headquarters
All business sessions and most ticketed events of the 68th Annual Georgia State Convention will be held at the Antioch-Lithonia Missionary Baptist Church, 2152 Rock Chapel Road, Lithonia.
Specific Agenda Topics:
Announce the Opening Convention Office and event calendar
Troy Davis Case
Attack on the black church in wake of the Bishop Eddie Long allegations
The on going boycott in South Carolina concerning the confederate flag
Panel discussion
Q&A
Georgia, October 5, 2010 - The Georgia State Conference NAACP presents the 68th Annual Convention and Civil Rights Conference hosted by the NAACP DeKalb County Branch October 7-10, 2010 at Antioch Lithonia Missionary Baptist Church located at 2152 Rock Chapel Rd. Lithonia, GA 30058 and Stonecrest Mall Host Hotels Hyatt Place and Fairfield Inn.
While celebrating 101 years of community service we welcome all to join us as we bring together community leaders, advocates of the civil rights movement along with elected and appointed public officials. The NAACP will acknowledge them for their outstanding commitment to service in the community, the Armed Forces, college and public service. In addition, there will be educational, informative and resourceful workshops that will comprise of technology, health, social networking, and access to the media.
Some of our dynamic featured participants include Honoree Labor Commissioner Michael Thurmond, and keynote speaker for the Labor Relations Breakfast, President Richard Ray president of the AFL-CIO, General James E. Donald as keynote speaker for the Veterans Affairs Ball, where we pay homage to the men in women veterans apart of the Armed forces, Ambassador Andrew Young Keynote Speaker for the Freedom Fund Banquet and our very own State President Edward DuBose. Special invited guest is the City of Lithonia Honorable Mayor Tonya Peterson to bring greetings for most scheduled events; Image Award recipients includes Mr. Roosevelt Jackson, a former Negro league baseball player who is slated to be placed in the Negro league baseball hall of fame a living legend, along with Congressman John Lewis, Representative Tyrone Brooks and Representative Abdul-Salaam (District 74) to name a few.
Events & Activities as follows:
Convention Registration: Adult Basic $50/ Daily $40 Youth Registration $25 Daily
Gold Packet: $210 Silver Packet $145 Youth Packet $110
(Call for details 404-577-8977)
Thursday-October 7, will consist of the Religious Leaders Breakfast- The NAACP recognizes the support of interfaith community and religious leaders locally and statewide, featuring panel discussion with a collection of very accomplished ministers featuring Dr. Richard Cobble, President of the Concerned Black Clergy.
Community Mass Meeting & Memorial program Gospel Extravaganza- Featuring today’s most popular gospel entertainers and the NAACP Mass Choir which offers churches to headline gospel acts, and allows sponsors to be accompanied by a broad attending audience. NAACP Council of Presidents Luncheon- Designed to provide an opportunity for NAACP Branch Presidents, Youth Council Presidents and State Conference Presidents to interface with the NAACP President to voice concerns that affect the Associations grassroots operations.
Friday-October 8, Health Symposium Workshop – The Health Symposium Workshops features a guest speaker Shavon Arline to present topics of health concerns in the African American community. Labor Relations Breakfast -The NAACP recognizes Labor Unions and their contribution and long fight for equality in the work place, featuring Keynote Speaker Richard Ray, President of AFL-CIO.
Political Forum (Statewide) - Featuring Statewide Candidates invited to attend while Gubernatorial Candidates Panel consist of (Governor, U.S. Attorney, Secretary of State, Attorney General and Labor Commissioners)
Veterans Affair Ball- 1st Annual Maceo Snipes Gala Attracting attendees from all of the service branches and to recognize the achievements and sacrifices of our men and women in the Armed Forces, featuring Commissioner James E. Donald as Keynote Speaker
Saturday-October 9, Women In The NAACP (WIN) – The Women in The NAACP recognize the tremendous work and accomplishments of the Women of the NAACP in the continuing fight for civil rights in their communities and on the local and state levels. Youth Freedom Fund – The NAACP recognizes the contributions that our youth councils and college chapters have made throughout the year, as well as those supporting the efforts of the NAACP Youth and College students. Afro-Academic Cultural Technological & Scientific Olympics (ACT-SO) & Youth Division Social- This social provides an opportunity for the NAACP ACT-SO student and Youth & College Division to network with their peer leaders within the 1,700 branches across the country. Freedom Fund Banquet – The Annual Fund Raiser that recognizes people in the community for outstanding contribution to civil and human rights, Featuring Keynote Speaker Ambassador Andrew Young.
Visit: www.naacpga.org for details and to register call 404-577-8977 to book your hotels now contact one of our host hotels NOW!
(SEE INFORMATION BELOW)
Lodging Information
Hyatt Place-Atlanta East Singles, $99 Doubles, $99
7900 Mall Ring Road
Lithonia, GA
(770) 484-4384
Fairfield Inn-Atlanta East/Lithonia Singles $94 Doubles, $94
7850 Stonecrest Square (next door to the Hyatt Place)
Lithonia, GA
(770) 484-9993
Please be sure to ask for the NAACP Block when making your reservations with either hotel.
Georgia State NAACP Convention Oct 6-10 2010
The 68th Annual NAACP Georgia State Convention and Civil Rights Conference will convene in DeKalb County, GA
October 6-10, 2010
The NAACP Georgia State Conference chose DeKalb County as the host for our 68th Annual State Convention and Civil Rights Conference due to the efforts of Immediate Past President Yvonne Hawks, Esq. and the Members of the DeKalb County Branch.
The theme for this year’s convention is "One Nation: One Dream!"
This year’s conference is hosted by the DeKalb County Branch and is designed to provide you with the necessary tools and guidance needed to move our State and your unit to the next level. So, the convention is designed to ensure that we have the most equipped troops on the ground to carry out the work of the NAACP in every community.
68th Annual Convention Headquarters
All business sessions and most ticketed events of the 68th Annual Georgia State Convention will be held at the Antioch-Lithonia Missionary Baptist Church, 2152 Rock Chapel Road, Lithonia.
Specific Agenda Topics:
Announce the Opening Convention Office and event calendar
Troy Davis Case
Attack on the black church in wake of the Bishop Eddie Long allegations
The on going boycott in South Carolina concerning the confederate flag
Panel discussion
Q&A
Georgia, October 5, 2010 - The Georgia State Conference NAACP presents the 68th Annual Convention and Civil Rights Conference hosted by the NAACP DeKalb County Branch October 7-10, 2010 at Antioch Lithonia Missionary Baptist Church located at 2152 Rock Chapel Rd. Lithonia, GA 30058 and Stonecrest Mall Host Hotels Hyatt Place and Fairfield Inn.
While celebrating 101 years of community service we welcome all to join us as we bring together community leaders, advocates of the civil rights movement along with elected and appointed public officials. The NAACP will acknowledge them for their outstanding commitment to service in the community, the Armed Forces, college and public service. In addition, there will be educational, informative and resourceful workshops that will comprise of technology, health, social networking, and access to the media.
Some of our dynamic featured participants include Honoree Labor Commissioner Michael Thurmond, and keynote speaker for the Labor Relations Breakfast, President Richard Ray president of the AFL-CIO, General James E. Donald as keynote speaker for the Veterans Affairs Ball, where we pay homage to the men in women veterans apart of the Armed forces, Ambassador Andrew Young Keynote Speaker for the Freedom Fund Banquet and our very own State President Edward DuBose. Special invited guest is the City of Lithonia Honorable Mayor Tonya Peterson to bring greetings for most scheduled events; Image Award recipients includes Mr. Roosevelt Jackson, a former Negro league baseball player who is slated to be placed in the Negro league baseball hall of fame a living legend, along with Congressman John Lewis, Representative Tyrone Brooks and Representative Abdul-Salaam (District 74) to name a few.
Events & Activities as follows:
Convention Registration: Adult Basic $50/ Daily $40 Youth Registration $25 Daily
Gold Packet: $210 Silver Packet $145 Youth Packet $110
(Call for details 404-577-8977)
Thursday-October 7, will consist of the Religious Leaders Breakfast- The NAACP recognizes the support of interfaith community and religious leaders locally and statewide, featuring panel discussion with a collection of very accomplished ministers featuring Dr. Richard Cobble, President of the Concerned Black Clergy.
Community Mass Meeting & Memorial program Gospel Extravaganza- Featuring today’s most popular gospel entertainers and the NAACP Mass Choir which offers churches to headline gospel acts, and allows sponsors to be accompanied by a broad attending audience. NAACP Council of Presidents Luncheon- Designed to provide an opportunity for NAACP Branch Presidents, Youth Council Presidents and State Conference Presidents to interface with the NAACP President to voice concerns that affect the Associations grassroots operations.
Friday-October 8, Health Symposium Workshop – The Health Symposium Workshops features a guest speaker Shavon Arline to present topics of health concerns in the African American community. Labor Relations Breakfast -The NAACP recognizes Labor Unions and their contribution and long fight for equality in the work place, featuring Keynote Speaker Richard Ray, President of AFL-CIO.
Political Forum (Statewide) - Featuring Statewide Candidates invited to attend while Gubernatorial Candidates Panel consist of (Governor, U.S. Attorney, Secretary of State, Attorney General and Labor Commissioners)
Veterans Affair Ball- 1st Annual Maceo Snipes Gala Attracting attendees from all of the service branches and to recognize the achievements and sacrifices of our men and women in the Armed Forces, featuring Commissioner James E. Donald as Keynote Speaker
Saturday-October 9, Women In The NAACP (WIN) – The Women in The NAACP recognize the tremendous work and accomplishments of the Women of the NAACP in the continuing fight for civil rights in their communities and on the local and state levels. Youth Freedom Fund – The NAACP recognizes the contributions that our youth councils and college chapters have made throughout the year, as well as those supporting the efforts of the NAACP Youth and College students. Afro-Academic Cultural Technological & Scientific Olympics (ACT-SO) & Youth Division Social- This social provides an opportunity for the NAACP ACT-SO student and Youth & College Division to network with their peer leaders within the 1,700 branches across the country. Freedom Fund Banquet – The Annual Fund Raiser that recognizes people in the community for outstanding contribution to civil and human rights, Featuring Keynote Speaker Ambassador Andrew Young.
Visit: www.naacpga.org for details and to register call 404-577-8977 to book your hotels now contact one of our host hotels NOW!
(SEE INFORMATION BELOW)
Lodging Information
Hyatt Place-Atlanta East Singles, $99 Doubles, $99
7900 Mall Ring Road
Lithonia, GA
(770) 484-4384
Fairfield Inn-Atlanta East/Lithonia Singles $94 Doubles, $94
7850 Stonecrest Square (next door to the Hyatt Place)
Lithonia, GA
(770) 484-9993
Please be sure to ask for the NAACP Block when making your reservations with either hotel.
October 6-10, 2010
The NAACP Georgia State Conference chose DeKalb County as the host for our 68th Annual State Convention and Civil Rights Conference due to the efforts of Immediate Past President Yvonne Hawks, Esq. and the Members of the DeKalb County Branch.
The theme for this year’s convention is "One Nation: One Dream!"
This year’s conference is hosted by the DeKalb County Branch and is designed to provide you with the necessary tools and guidance needed to move our State and your unit to the next level. So, the convention is designed to ensure that we have the most equipped troops on the ground to carry out the work of the NAACP in every community.
68th Annual Convention Headquarters
All business sessions and most ticketed events of the 68th Annual Georgia State Convention will be held at the Antioch-Lithonia Missionary Baptist Church, 2152 Rock Chapel Road, Lithonia.
Specific Agenda Topics:
Announce the Opening Convention Office and event calendar
Troy Davis Case
Attack on the black church in wake of the Bishop Eddie Long allegations
The on going boycott in South Carolina concerning the confederate flag
Panel discussion
Q&A
Georgia, October 5, 2010 - The Georgia State Conference NAACP presents the 68th Annual Convention and Civil Rights Conference hosted by the NAACP DeKalb County Branch October 7-10, 2010 at Antioch Lithonia Missionary Baptist Church located at 2152 Rock Chapel Rd. Lithonia, GA 30058 and Stonecrest Mall Host Hotels Hyatt Place and Fairfield Inn.
While celebrating 101 years of community service we welcome all to join us as we bring together community leaders, advocates of the civil rights movement along with elected and appointed public officials. The NAACP will acknowledge them for their outstanding commitment to service in the community, the Armed Forces, college and public service. In addition, there will be educational, informative and resourceful workshops that will comprise of technology, health, social networking, and access to the media.
Some of our dynamic featured participants include Honoree Labor Commissioner Michael Thurmond, and keynote speaker for the Labor Relations Breakfast, President Richard Ray president of the AFL-CIO, General James E. Donald as keynote speaker for the Veterans Affairs Ball, where we pay homage to the men in women veterans apart of the Armed forces, Ambassador Andrew Young Keynote Speaker for the Freedom Fund Banquet and our very own State President Edward DuBose. Special invited guest is the City of Lithonia Honorable Mayor Tonya Peterson to bring greetings for most scheduled events; Image Award recipients includes Mr. Roosevelt Jackson, a former Negro league baseball player who is slated to be placed in the Negro league baseball hall of fame a living legend, along with Congressman John Lewis, Representative Tyrone Brooks and Representative Abdul-Salaam (District 74) to name a few.
Events & Activities as follows:
Convention Registration: Adult Basic $50/ Daily $40 Youth Registration $25 Daily
Gold Packet: $210 Silver Packet $145 Youth Packet $110
(Call for details 404-577-8977)
Thursday-October 7, will consist of the Religious Leaders Breakfast- The NAACP recognizes the support of interfaith community and religious leaders locally and statewide, featuring panel discussion with a collection of very accomplished ministers featuring Dr. Richard Cobble, President of the Concerned Black Clergy.
Community Mass Meeting & Memorial program Gospel Extravaganza- Featuring today’s most popular gospel entertainers and the NAACP Mass Choir which offers churches to headline gospel acts, and allows sponsors to be accompanied by a broad attending audience. NAACP Council of Presidents Luncheon- Designed to provide an opportunity for NAACP Branch Presidents, Youth Council Presidents and State Conference Presidents to interface with the NAACP President to voice concerns that affect the Associations grassroots operations.
Friday-October 8, Health Symposium Workshop – The Health Symposium Workshops features a guest speaker Shavon Arline to present topics of health concerns in the African American community. Labor Relations Breakfast -The NAACP recognizes Labor Unions and their contribution and long fight for equality in the work place, featuring Keynote Speaker Richard Ray, President of AFL-CIO.
Political Forum (Statewide) - Featuring Statewide Candidates invited to attend while Gubernatorial Candidates Panel consist of (Governor, U.S. Attorney, Secretary of State, Attorney General and Labor Commissioners)
Veterans Affair Ball- 1st Annual Maceo Snipes Gala Attracting attendees from all of the service branches and to recognize the achievements and sacrifices of our men and women in the Armed Forces, featuring Commissioner James E. Donald as Keynote Speaker
Saturday-October 9, Women In The NAACP (WIN) – The Women in The NAACP recognize the tremendous work and accomplishments of the Women of the NAACP in the continuing fight for civil rights in their communities and on the local and state levels. Youth Freedom Fund – The NAACP recognizes the contributions that our youth councils and college chapters have made throughout the year, as well as those supporting the efforts of the NAACP Youth and College students. Afro-Academic Cultural Technological & Scientific Olympics (ACT-SO) & Youth Division Social- This social provides an opportunity for the NAACP ACT-SO student and Youth & College Division to network with their peer leaders within the 1,700 branches across the country. Freedom Fund Banquet – The Annual Fund Raiser that recognizes people in the community for outstanding contribution to civil and human rights, Featuring Keynote Speaker Ambassador Andrew Young.
Visit: www.naacpga.org for details and to register call 404-577-8977 to book your hotels now contact one of our host hotels NOW!
(SEE INFORMATION BELOW)
Lodging Information
Hyatt Place-Atlanta East Singles, $99 Doubles, $99
7900 Mall Ring Road
Lithonia, GA
(770) 484-4384
Fairfield Inn-Atlanta East/Lithonia Singles $94 Doubles, $94
7850 Stonecrest Square (next door to the Hyatt Place)
Lithonia, GA
(770) 484-9993
Please be sure to ask for the NAACP Block when making your reservations with either hotel.
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