Blacks In Government (BIG)

We are excited to invite you to an exclusive training session titled "Elevate and Organize - Time Strategies for Success," tailored to empower you with essential skills and strategies for achieving success in your professional endeavors.

Date: Monday, October 28
Time: 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM EST
Register: BIT.LY/BMMBIG

During this session, you will have the opportunity to learn valuable insights and techniques to enhance your time management skills and elevate your organizational abilities. This training aims to equip you with practical tools to optimize your productivity and efficiency, ultimately contributing to your overall success and growth.

We believe that this session will be immensely beneficial to you as a valued member of Blacks In Government, and we encourage you to join us and take advantage of this valuable learning opportunity.

We look forward to your active participation and engagement in this training session. Let’s elevate and organize for success!

HHS-Wide Virtual Career Fair Today!

Whether you're a recent graduate, seasoned professional, or looking to make a career change, the HHS-Wide Virtual Career Fair will provide you with a unique opportunity to explore career paths across HHS’ agencies and offices.

Date and Time: October 10 from 1-4 p.m. ET

Register: HHS-Wide Virtual Career Fair

https://www.hhs.gov/careers/

Representatives from across HHS will share information about career opportunities and positions available in HHS’ OpDivs and StaffDivs. During the fair, you be able to:

Visit OpDiv and StaffDiv booths to chat with HHS representatives in real time about what they look for in candidates.

Attend informative sessions on best practices for applying to positions at HHS, including tips on navigating the federal application process.

Participate in Q&A sessions with HHS recruiters and hiring managers to get your questions answered and gain insights into the hiring process.

Connect with fellow job seekers, HHS employees, and industry professionals to expand your professional network.

Once you join the event, you will be able to toggle on closed captioning, as needed.

Follow HHS Careers on LinkedIn to learn more about the federal application process, the webinars we’re hosting and recruitment events we’re attending, and career opportunities at HHS.

Please contact the HHS Corporate Recruitment Program team at [email protected] with any questions about the HHS-Wide Virtual Career Fair.

Why a Career at HHS? The HHS Careers homepage.

THE BIG INSIDER
Issue No. 19
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TO: Blacks In Government Members and Supporters
FROM: Honorable Shirley A. Jones, Esq., National President
SUBJECT: Photos from the 45th National Training Institute in Tampa FL.

Greetings,
I am delighted to announce the availability of photographs from our highly successful 45th Annual National Training Institute (NTI), held in Tampa, FL, from August 12-15, 2024. We have curated numerous galleries containing a wide selection of photos for your viewing pleasure and to help you relive the memories.

Join us today at 12 noon est!

https://bignet.org/event/lunch-learn-money-management-through-transitions/

Join us for our year-long Financial Wellness Webinar Lunch and Learns.
Below are the topics and dates of our final sessions:

Sept 25 - Money Management Through Transitions
Dec 3 - Options for Dealing with Debt

You may register by visiting our events calendar page.
bignet.org/events.

We hope that you will find these webinars informative and helpful in managing your finances.

If you have any questions or require further information, please contact the National Corporate Sponsorship Chair, Ms. Lavolya "Summer" Williams.

Lunch & Learn: Money Management through Transitions | Blacks In Government, Inc.

Join us tonight 7pm est!

Greetings,
I am pleased to extend an invitation to you to attend the upcoming virtual program celebrating the anniversary of the Voting Rights Act on September 19. As we commemorate this important milestone in our nation's history, it is crucial that we come together to reflect on the progress that has been made and the work that still lies ahead.

The Voting Rights Act of 1965 was signed into law on August 6, 1965, by President Lyndon B. Johnson. This landmark piece of legislation was a response to the civil rights movement and sought to ensure that all Americans, regardless of race, had equal access to the ballot box. The act was a crucial step in the fight for civil rights and equality, and its impact continues to be felt to this day.

Three years after the Voting Rights Act was signed into law, Shirley Chisholm made history in 1968 by becoming the first Black woman to be elected to the United States Congress. Her groundbreaking achievement paved the way for future generations of Black women in politics and the civil rights movement. In 1972, Shirley Chisholm once again made history by becoming the first Black candidate for a major-party nomination for President of the United States, breaking down barriers and inspiring countless individuals across the nation

As we continue to honor the legacy of the Voting Rights Act, I am proud to announce that President Joseph R. Biden Jr. has proclaimed September 17, 2024, as National Voter Registration Day. President Biden calls on all eligible Americans to observe this day by ensuring that they are accurately registered and by committing to cast a ballot in upcoming elections.

As members of Blacks In Government, your voices and perspectives are invaluable in shaping the future of our nation. Your presence at this event is essential as we discuss the importance of protecting and expanding voting rights for all citizens.

I hope that you will join us for this important virtual program on September 19 as we celebrate the Voting Rights Act anniversary and National Voter Registration Day, and recommit ourselves to the ongoing struggle for equality and justice for all.

Register for the program
https://bignet.org/events/

Breaking BIG News: National President Honorable Shirley Jones Being Inducted into National Black College Alumni Hall of Fame

On Saturday, September 28, 2024, our BIG National President Honorable Shirley A. Jones, Esq., who we all know is a proud graduate of Spelman College, will be inducted into the National Black College Alumni Hall of Fame. The organization has been recognizing the important work of HBCU graduates for 39 years and Honorable Jones will be recognized for her work as a Senior Executive Service Member at the U.S. Government Accountability Office and her service as BIG’s 15th National President. Honorable Jones joins prior inductees such as Honorable Thurgood Marshall, Honorable Andrew Young, Honorable John Lewis and current EPA Administrator Michael Regan in the Government and Law Category. The recognition will take place during their 39th Annual NBCAHOF weekend event at the Hyatt Regency in Atlanta.

S A V E T H E D A T E
A U G U S T 4 - 7, 2 0 2 5
Rejoignez-nous à La Nouvelle-Orléans en août 2025!

We are excited to invite you to an exclusive training session titled "Elevate and Organize - Time Strategies for Success," tailored to empower you with essential skills and strategies for achieving success in your professional endeavors.

Date: Monday, October 28

Time: 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM EST

Register: BIT.LY/BMMBIG

During this session, you will have the opportunity to learn valuable insights and techniques to enhance your time management skills and elevate your organizational abilities. This training aims to equip you with practical tools to optimize your productivity and efficiency, ultimately contributing to your overall success and growth.

We believe that this session will be immensely beneficial to you as a valued member of Blacks In Government, and we encourage you to join us and take advantage of this valuable learning opportunity.

Please mark your calendar for the upcoming training session on Monday, October 28, from 12:00 PM to 1:00 PM EST.

We look forward to your active participation and engagement in this training session. Let’s elevate and organize for success!

Join us for our year-long Financial Wellness Webinar Lunch and Learns.

Below are the topics and dates of our final sessions:

Sept 25 - Money Management Through Transitions
Dec 3 - Options for Dealing with Debt

You may register by visiting our events calendar page.

bignet.org/events.

We hope that you will find these webinars informative and helpful in managing your finances.

If you have any questions or require further information, please contact the National Corporate Sponsorship Chair, Ms. Lavolya "Summer" Williams.

Greetings,
I am pleased to extend an invitation to you to attend the upcoming virtual program celebrating the anniversary of the Voting Rights Act on September 19. As we commemorate this important milestone in our nation's history, it is crucial that we come together to reflect on the progress that has been made and the work that still lies ahead.

The Voting Rights Act of 1965 was signed into law on August 6, 1965, by President Lyndon B. Johnson. This landmark piece of legislation was a response to the civil rights movement and sought to ensure that all Americans, regardless of race, had equal access to the ballot box. The act was a crucial step in the fight for civil rights and equality, and its impact continues to be felt to this day.

Three years after the Voting Rights Act was signed into law, Shirley Chisholm made history in 1968 by becoming the first Black woman to be elected to the United States Congress. Her groundbreaking achievement paved the way for future generations of Black women in politics and the civil rights movement. In 1972, Shirley Chisholm once again made history by becoming the first Black candidate for a major-party nomination for President of the United States, breaking down barriers and inspiring countless individuals across the nation

As we continue to honor the legacy of the Voting Rights Act, I am proud to announce that President Joseph R. Biden Jr. has proclaimed September 17, 2024, as National Voter Registration Day. President Biden calls on all eligible Americans to observe this day by ensuring that they are accurately registered and by committing to cast a ballot in upcoming elections.

As members of Blacks In Government, your voices and perspectives are invaluable in shaping the future of our nation. Your presence at this event is essential as we discuss the importance of protecting and expanding voting rights for all citizens.

I hope that you will join us for this important virtual program on September 19 as we celebrate the Voting Rights Act anniversary and National Voter Registration Day, and recommit ourselves to the ongoing struggle for equality and justice for all.

Register for the program
https://bignet.org/events/

BIG News Alert!
Here we GROW again.
Let's give a huge round of applause to our newly chartered chapter!

Join the Magic City Birmingham Chapter to celebrate this achievement.
Date: October 4, 2024

Join us on September 19th for a virtual program honoring the
Anniversary of the Voting Rights Act
Thursday, Sept. 19 @ 7pm EST.
Register: https://bignet.org/events/

As we approach the National Day of Action on Voting, Project BIG Vote would like to urge you to engage with your regions and chapters to prepare for the upcoming general elections. With Election Day less than 60 days away, November 5, 2024, and early voting starting in over 25 states this October, now is the time to take action!

On September 17, 2024, The National Day of Action on Voting, let's mobilize! On this day please reach out to all members in your region or have your chapter leaders do so. A simple phone call, text message, or email can make a significant impact. Ask your members if they’ve checked their registration, made a plan to vote, and reviewed their ballots. Your direct outreach can help create an engaged and active electorate.

We want every member of Blacks In Government, Inc., and everyone connected to them, to ensure their vote is cast and counted.

For all the voter information you need, visit the Project BIG Vote website: https://bignet.org/programs-services/voting-information/.

Let’s make our voices heard!

Blacks In Government (BIG) announces the 2024-2025 Darlene Young Leadership Academy (DYLA) request for applicants. BIG and the historic Morgan State University have partnered to form a leadership training opportunity to develop professional and personal leadership skills for BIG’s members. The program orientation and training will take place on December 5-7, 2024, at Morgan State University. The projected graduation date is August 2025. Please submit your completed package no later than October 11, 2024
Download Forms at: https://dylaacademy1.wixsite.com/dyla/news

BIG News Alert!
Let's give a huge round of applause to our newly chartered chapter!

Join the USCIS BIG chapter to celebrate this achievement at the upcoming USCIS BIG launch ceremony!

Date: August 28, 2024, from 1 – 2 p.m. Eastern
USCIS Employees may attend in person at the Tomich Center and virtually via MS Teams at: https://tinyurl.com/3paf9yub.

Interpreter services will be provided, and captioning services are available through Teams. If you require a reasonable accommodation, please email [email protected] by August 23.
Email questions to: [email protected]

Thank you Mayor Castor!
City of Tampa

Leadership is an action not a position.
Join BIG!
https://bignet.org/membership/

The BIG EXPERIENCE Day 4 of 4 at the 45th National Training Institute:
- Closing Plenary and Awards with keynote speaker Leon Russell, NAACP Chairman of the Board
- Closing Concert with Award Winning Tramaine Hawkins
- 2600+ attendees in training, networking and community outreach

Thank you Tampa!
Tampa Riverwalk

The BIG EXPERIENCE Day 3 of 4 at the 45th National Training Institute:
- DHS and EPA largest attendance and other agency forums
- EEO Institute
- Gospel Extravaganza
- 100 FLAG Students visit the FBI in Tampa
- 2600+ attendees in training, networking and community outreach

The BIG EXPERIENCE Day 2 of 4 at the 45th National Training Institute:

- President Reception, Sponsor Recognition and Military Meritorious Service Awards
- John Lewis Legislative Lunch with guest speakers from the NAACP, Mayor and Congressman
- Hosted 100 High School and College Students for the Future Leaders In Americas Government (FLAG) Summit
- With the help of 70 volunteers, delivered 265 care packages to veterans and seniors
- 2600+ attendees in training, networking and community outreach

The BIG EXPERIENCE Day 1 of 4 at the 45th National Training Institute:

- Opening plenary keynote speaker, the first black woman to lead the U.S. Mint.
- Led by the 15th National President of BIG, First black women in 100 year
history of GAO to be appointed to the position of Managing Associate General Counsel.
- Visit Tampa Bay dedicated a special paver along the Tampa Riverwalk to BIG. Media onsite: WFLA NBC Channel 8, WFTS CBS Channel 10 and Telemundo Tampa
- 2600+ attendees in training, networking and community outreach

Leaving a BIG Footprint in Tampa!