The Wichita African American Council of Elders

Gov. Tim Walz signed law giving some Minnesota students, including migrants, free tuition

Do you have your wristband?

The Juneteenth ICT Celebration is just around the corner. Make sure to purchase your Juneteenth ICT Armband and come out and celebrate with us!

*Must Have Juneteenth ICT Armband for entry*

Juneteenth ICT armbands can be purchased in advance or at the events. Purchase your arm band now from one of the following locations:

The Blackprint ICT
104A St. Francis
Wichita, KS 67202

2 Beatz Boutique
320 S Market St
Wichita, KS 67202

Jewel Angels
3236 E Douglas Ave
Wichita, KS 67208

Simply Sangria Wine Co. LLC
243 N Cleveland
Wichita, KS 67214

The purchase of an armband allows entry into the entire weekend of events. (Miss Juneteenth ICT tickets sold separately). See store page for store hours.

Wichita’s Most Iconic Landmark Will Turn 50 Celebrate the 50th Anniversary of Wichita's Keeper of the Plains sculpture with a free, family-friendly event featuring Native performances, art exhibits, and more.

Our esteemed Elder Dr. Robert Weems....

Congratulations from or the Wichita African American Council of Elders!!!

Celebrating Black History Month: WSU Highlights Notable Black Educator and Local Business History Contributor, Robert Weems - NewsBreak Black History Month is a period for reflection and education about the diverse history of the Black community. Wichita State University (WSU) is observing this month by highlighting its notable Black educators, such as Robert E. Weems Jr. He is a faculty member in the History Department and the Will...

The Fight for Black History in Schools - Zinn Education Project On Monday, November 13, 2023, historian Michael Hines will discuss his book A Worthy Piece of Work: The Untold Story of Madeline Morgan and the Fight for Black History in Schools. This session is part of the Zinn Education Project’s Teach the Black Freedom Struggle online people’s history series...

The Medical Loan Closet of Wichita has used CPAP machines for nighttime breathing assistance for $35, and brand new accessories for a few dollars more. They must go see their doctor to get the machines calibrated. If they are without funds, we can help them, too ! 6555 E. Harry 779-8989.

"Even Elders have to listen!"

Rockin' on the Stoop Ep.6 - Piper Ferreira | Even Elders Have To Listen Piper joins us on the Stoop!Jinho “Piper” Ferreira is a writer, rapper and actor from Oakland, California. His platinum selling alternative hip-hop band Flip...

General | My Site The National Black Council of Elders hereby makes the following statement in support of the two legislators in the state of Tennessee, of African ancestry, who, while faithfully and courageously executing their responsibility to represent, advocate for, and establish policy as duly elected represent...

NBCOE Kwanzaa Launch Video

About | My Site The National Black Council of Elders was first envisioned by  Mwalimu Wesley Kabaila, then Chief of Staff for the Friends of the African Union of the Congress of African People as an opportunity to raise up a cadre of conscious African American Elders committed to the continued development and sust...

Family Kwanzaa event!!! Tuesday, December 26, 2:30 p.m. - 4:30 p.m. There will be activities and zawadi (gifts) for children!!!

If you are local, please plan to attend. We will endeavor to broadcast the event live, as well, and will post the live link during the event. Hope can join us!!!

Family Kwanzaa event!!! Tuesday, December 26, 2:30 p.m. - 4:30 p.m.

If you are local, please plan to attend. We will endeavor to broadcast the event live, as well. Hope can join us!!!

Family Kwanzaa event!!! Tuesday, December 26, 2:30 p.m. - 4:30 p.m.

If you are local, please plan to attend. We will endeavor to broadcast the event live, as well. Hope can join us!!!

Black Women Talk Back II Happening Today! ROJ cis-men trainers continue an ongoing conversation about Daring to Interrupt White Male Dominance... and why its so hard for men to talk about it. Listen and reflect alongside them as they talk about how male dominance and patriarchy shows up in their own bodies and experiences, and in the system...

The Impact of Housing on Black Student Success There’s No Place Like Home for the Holidays: The Impact of Housing on Black Student Success

Ride to the Polls (If you know any senior citizens - or others - who may need this assistance, please pass this on!!!)
To all, especially our senior citizens:

The Greater Wichita Ministerial League is sponsoring rides to the satellite poll locations in and around Wichita from November 1, 2022 - November 4, 2022, from 10 am to 7 pm, November 5 from 9 am to 4 pm, and November 7, 2022, from 8 am to 12 pm.

There is no charge for this service. It is sponsored by The Greater Wichita Ministerial League.

Please call LaTasha Star @ 316-393-1906 or Donna Pearson McClish @ 316-250-7957 to schedule your ride to the polls or for more information. Also, if your church or organization would like to offer rides to the polls, please call and let us know.

Taking care of our communities together,
Rev. C. Richard Kirkendoll, President
Greater Wichita Ministerial League

The King's visit is scheduled!

King of Yilo Krobo to visit, finalize project to allow African Americans to relocate to Ghana - The Community Voice A delegation led by His Royal Highness Oklepeme Nuer Anorbaah Sasraku II, the King of Yilo Krobo, Ghana, will spend 10 days in Wichita advancing development plans and officially creating a 7th Division of his tribe in America.

La Familia Senior/Community Center and Central Plains Are Agency on Aging Lawn Assistance Program assists residents age 60+ in Sedgwick, Harvey, and Butler Counties. Assists with mowing, yard clean-up, and tree removal. The program considers residents on a first-come-first-serve basis according to the need of the resident.

For more information, call (855) 200-2372.