One Voice

Calling all Black women in the West Point, Ms area!

Sharing these powerful words from our Executive Director, Cassandra Welchlin! When women come together to lead and spark change, Mississippi moves forward in truly meaningful ways. If you're interested in running for elected office, why not join this year's Mississippi Women in the Lead? There's still time to apply!

➡️ Learn more and apply here: https://loom.ly/D4uaN1k

Special thanks to our partners Women's Foundation of Mississippi and One Voice!

Congratulations to One Voice’s Executive Director, Nsombi Lambright-Haynes! For her unmatched dedication to our community, she received the Lifetime Champion of Freedom award Friday during the Second Annual Freedom & Justice Honors Soirée at the Two Museums. The event was hosted by Rita Brent with entertainment from JSU’s MADDRAMA.

Calling all Black women in Yazoo City!

There's still time for you to start your journey to elected office with Mississippi Women in the Lead (MWL)!

MWL, now in its second year, is a high-impact training program that will equip you to be an effective candidate and power new opportunities for Mississippi women and their families.

Share the news with people in your network aspiring to run for elected office! Applications close on August 25.

➡️ https://loom.ly/1I0a4Ew
One Voice Women's Foundation of Mississippi

Calling all Black women in the Leland, Ms area!

Posted • September 27-29, witness the fusion of music and civil rights history in Jackson, MS! 🎶👥

Join us at the “No Tears Project Jackson” residency presented in partnership with , ’s program, , and , a national initiative of@southartsorg. Plus, our friends at and Mississippi NAACP will be on site to provide voter registration services!

is a jazz-inflected collective led by vocalist Kelley Hurt, and pianist Christopher Parker. The Jackson residency includes the premiere of new compositions by Rodney Jordan, inspired by the Evers family. Learn more about at oxfordamerican.org/notearsproject/jackson2024 and save the date for September 27-29!

Special thanks to our community partners naacpms Central Mississippi Blues Society, and Shady Grove Missionary Baptist Church.

Mississippi officials have filed a lawsuit on behalf of the State of Mississippi challenging what they believe is an illegal Executive Order directing voter registration efforts by federal agencies. Those agencies were to report their plans to the White House.

Mississippi files suit over federal voter registration order Mississippi officials have filed a lawsuit on behalf of the State of Mississippi challenging what they believe is an illegal Executive Order directing voter registration efforts by federal agencies. Those agencies were to report their plans to the White House.

Voter Checklist:
- I confirmed my registration status and/or registered to vote
- I found my voting location
- I have my valid photo ID card
- I exercised my right to vote
- I reported voting issues

The voter registration deadline for the November 5 General Election is October 7. Register either in person at the Circuit Clerk's Office or by mail (must be postmarked 30 days prior to election day). The OV Voter Guide provides a detailed, step-by-step process for voting.

Download it here - https://onevoicems.org/vote/ (IG Users click the link in the bio)

If you experienced an issue while voting or registering to vote, contact the Election Protection Call Center at 1-888-601-VOTE (8683) You can also report suspected fraud or file other voting complaints via this hotline.

Posted • Tunica, MS | Day One of the 25th Anniversary of the Congressional Black Congress’ Mississippi Policy Conference was filled with impactful conversations and inspiring moments.

The Mississippi State Conference NAACP had the privilege of joining leaders, local + national officials, and advocates from across the state and nation to discuss critical issues affecting our communities. From policy to housing development and social justice initiatives to bridging the divide of the Black wealth gaps. We are energized by the shared commitment to creating a brighter future for our people, our community, and for all Mississippians.

The panels titled “The Black Wealth Agenda: Bridging the Divide” and “Promoting Equity” with community leaders including: Adrianne Todman, Christopher Coes, Xochitl Torres Small, Kendall Corley, Kortne Edogun-Ticey, Jennifer Clyburn Reed, Natalie Madeira Cofield, Nikitra Bailey, Lillian German, Jeffrey Gooden, and Vincent Evans, and Mayor Stephen Benjamin engaged in powerful discussions on advancing policy and promoting justice.

We are excited for the rest of the weekend marks a significant milestone in our collective journey, and we look forward to continue these important discussions in the days ahead.

If you were in attendance, which policy session was your most memorable?

Posted • Join us Friday, August 23, for the Second Annual Freedom & Justice Honors Soirée at The Two Mississippi Museums!

Click the link in bio or visit MSVSoiree.eventbrite.com to secure your tickets today.

For more information, contact [email protected]

Posted • 🗓️ SAVE THE DATE! The Countdown Begins…

Nov. 7-10 | The Mississippi State Conference NAACP is proud to announce the 79th Annual MS State Conference Convention, set to take place in the historic city of Natchez, MS.

As one of the most outstanding events in our history, we are as we continue to be a beacon of hope, progress, and unity for our community. This year, we are dedicated to exploring and implementing effective policy solutions that address the pressing issues faced by our state and nation.

We invite you as we come together to celebrate, strategize, and advocate for a better future. Be apart of the movement, be apart of the change. Be apart of the legacy.

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📅 Mark your calendars! We're gearing up for this year's Mississippi Black Leadership Summit - our annual signature event and celebration of community power and meaningful community solutions. Don't miss out!

Women for Progress and the Women's Business Network present a Lunch and Learn entitled "Women Helping Women Succeed" on Tuesday, August 6, at 11:30 a.m.

Register here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/women-for-progress-august-lunch-and-learn-women-helping-women-succeed-tickets-964556222627?utm-campaign=social&utm-content=attendeeshare&utm-medium=discovery&utm-term=listing&utm-source=cp&aff=ebdsshcopyurl

This weekend, over 100 black women participated in the Power of the Sister Vote Training in Southaven, MS. The training hosted in partnership with MSBWR shows the power in community especially among Black women. Covered by local and national news outlets, we are ready to show everyone what our community can do.

Undocumented immigrants contributed $96.7 billion in taxes in 2022. That's greater than the entire budget of every state except New York and California. It's also more than the budgets of NASA, EPA, and the State Dept.

This election season we are by going to the polls and casting our vote. Your vote is your voice and having that voice heard starts at the ballot. You have the power. Make a difference in the upcoming elections. https://onevoicems.org/vote/

Doing What We Can, With What We Have, Where We Are - Interaction Institute for Social Change

Doing What We Can, With What We Have, Where We Are - Interaction Institute for Social Change Over the past few years, I have had the privilege of getting to know and work with food justice advocates in the state of Mississippi through the Mississippi Food Justice Collaborative and the Mississippi Food Policy Council. On two occasions, as a part of visits to Jackson, Mississippi, I’ve had ...