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National & State NAACP Urge Governor Gavin Newsom to Appoint African American Woman to Fill Vacant Senate Seat
Read the open letter signed by NAACP President and CEO Derrick Johnson and NAACP California Hawaii State Conference President Rick L. Callender to Governor Gavin Newsom below.
Press Statement: NAACP CALIFORNIA HAWAII STATE CONFERENCE MOURNS THE LOSS OF SENATOR DIANNE FEINSTEIN
It is with profound sadness that we extend our deepest condolences on behalf of the NAACP California Hawaii State Conference upon hearing of the passing of Senator Dianne Feinstein. Senator […]
Press Statement: NAACP CALIFORNIA HAWAII STATE CONFERENCE RESPONDS TO NAACP OAKLAND ISSUE
“The NAACP California Hawaii State Conference’s Branch leadership and members are committed to working together and not against each other. We are committed to unity over divisiveness and we welcome […]
Press Statement: NAACP CALIFORNIA HAWAII STATE CONFERENCE RESPONDS TO CSU TUITION INCREASE
September 14, 2023 “We are disappointed in the CSU Board of Trustees decision to increase tuition by 6 percent a year over the next five years. Students of color, specifically […]
NAACP CA/HI Government Relations Specialist Taneicia Herring Needs Your Help!
Our Sponsored bill, SB 673 (Bradford), Ebony Alert, is making great strides, however, we need the full force of our Branches to ensure its passage! We need our branches to call […]
NAACP CA/HI Media Highlights Aug-Sept
CalMatters, From films to counseling — how California is spending $90 million to fight hate Enterprise-Record, Local NAACP branch to honor three for their contributions to community The Sun Gazette, […]
36th Annual NAACP California Hawaii State Convention
Join us in San Francisco for the 36th Annual NAACP CA/HI Convention! Registration for the 36th annual NAACP CA/HI State Convention is OPEN. Register today! This year’s NAACP CA/HI State […]
Press Release: NAACP California Hawaii State Conference to Honor ‘68 Olympians Dr. Tommie Smith, Dr. John Carlos, 1967 Olympic Project for Human Rights Dr. Harry Edwards and Dr. Kenneth Noel
SACRAMENTO, CA (6/12/23) – The California Hawaii State Conference NAACP will be hosting its 11th annual Legacy Hall of Fame Ceremony on Saturday, June 24 at 6:30 pm at the […]
Communications Tips for Branches: How a Facebook and Instagram Business Account Can Benefit Your Branch
Why is setting up a business account on Instagram and Facebook a good idea? If you’re running a nonprofit and you don’t currently have an Instagram or Facebook Business account, […]
Communications Tips for Branches: How to draft a short press release
When drafting a press release there are items that can make or break your press release. Here are a few rules for you to refer to when crafting your press […]
Press Release: Calif. Hawaii NAACP to Sponsor AB 1327 After Number of Incidents of Racism on Calif. High School Sports Fields
SACRAMENTO, CA – The California-Hawaii State Conference NAACP is proud to sponsor AB 1327 with Assemblymember Akilah Weber, M.D., (D-San Diego), introduced late Thursday afternoon. This bill would require the […]
Black Freedom Fund Report 2022
Report by CA/HI NAACP Executive Director Salena Pryor The CA Black Freedom Fund (BFF) is a 13-month program designed to increase CA/HI NAACP’s visibility in education and awareness of issues […]
CA/HI NAACP Mourns Loss of Vallejo President Jimmie Jackson
January 20, 2023 We are devastated to hear of the passing of NAACP Vallejo President, CA/HI NAACP State Area Director – North and CA/HI NAACP Executive Committee Member Jimmie Jackson. […]
4 Tips for Branches To Stay On Brand in 2023
The CA/HI NAACP has put together an easy guide to help your Branch stay on brand in 2023. The NAACP Brand Identity Guide is designed to create a consistent visual […]
Veterans Day 2022
Antwanisha Williamson, USN, MBA-MPMCA/HI State Conference NAACP Executive Committee MemberChair, State Armed Services and Veterans Affairs (ASVA) Committee After serving our country for eighteen (18) years of dedicated service in […]
CA/HI NAACP hosts Fireside Chat in Los Angeles
By Rick L. Callender, ESQ. CA/HI NAACP President CA/HI NAACP hosts Fireside Chat in Los Angeles with Councilmember Mike Bonin and Dr. Julianne Malveaux, Dean of the College of Ethnic […]
CA/HI NAACP and Los Angeles NAACP Call on the Resignation of All Involved in Racist LA City Council Conversation
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEOctober 9, 2022 The CA/HI State Conference of the NAACP and the Los Angeles Branch of the NAACP called for theimmediate resignation of President Nury Martinez, Councilmembers Gil […]
CA/HI STATE NAACP TO CELEBRATE 35th STATE CONVENTION IN LA
By Rick L. Callender, ESQ. CA/HI NAACP President CALIFORNIA HAWAII STATE NAACP TO CELEBRATE 35th STATE CONVENTION IN LOS ANGELES LOS ANGELES, CA (10/6/22) – The California Hawaii State Conference […]
CA/HI NAACP STATEMENT ON DFEH CIVIL ACTION AGAINST TESLA
By Rick L. Callender, ESQ. CA/HI NAACP President February 10, 2022 CA/HI NAACP STATEMENT ON DFEH CIVIL ACTION AGAINST TESLA Racism is clearly running rampant and out of control at Tesla. […]
WE ARE BLACK HISTORY!
Black History month is a month of reflection, honoring those before us – while lifting up those within the African American community that make Black history each and every day. […]
2022 and Beyond Q&A with CA/HI NAACP President Rick L. Callender ESQ.
By Anna Hopkins, Communications and Public Relations Chair, CA/HI NAACP From the worldwide pandemic, criminal justice and environmental justice we face an overwhelming amount of issues that disportionaly impact African […]
Giving Tuesday 2021
As you consider donating on this Giving Tuesday, please consider donating to the California Hawaii State Conference NAACP. Your donation allows us to create campaigns, mobilize the community and fund […]
Call from CA/HI NAACP to Shop Local, Shop Black Owned This Holiday Season
California Hawaii State Conference NAACP makes a call to Shop Local and Shop Black Owned, Small Business Saturday and Always #ShopLocalShopBlack a call to shop five local Black owned businesses […]
Veterans Day 2021
As we approach Veteran’s Day on Thursday, November 11, 2021, I would first like to lead by saying, thank you for your service to all who have served! Veterans Day […]
CA/HI NAACP State Convention
WE ARE CA/HI NAACP I hope you will join us! The 34th Annual California Hawaii NAACP State Convention will be held virtuallyOctober 22-24, 2021. Our convention will bring together long-time […]
Redistricting
Redistricting is the process of redrawing the congressional and state legislative boundaries after the U.S. Census. The California Citizens Redistricting Commission is the redistricting commission for the State of California-they […]
Covid 19 Rent Relief
Roughly 758,000 California households are behind on rent. Governor Newsom signed AB 832 which extends California’s eviction Moratorium through September 30th, 2021. This ensures that that no residents will be […]
Cancel Student Debt
Millions of people, including African Americans and people of color, across America have experienced hardship due to the impact of student loan debt. Given the current economic climate and instability […]
Juneteenth Overview
This year’s CA/HI NAACP Juneteenth theme was, “Celebrating the Journey of Freedom”, and across the state, many branches celebrated through music, song, dance, spoken word and joyous gatherings. A critical […]
CA/HI NAACP Bill Positions
Date: June 25, 2021 Written by: Dominique Donette Legislative advocacy is a key component of the work of the CA/HI State Conference NAACP. Specifically, bills have a significant impact on […]
Legislative Day
The CA/HI State Conference NAACP hosted its annual Legislative Day on Monday, May 17th, 2021. Historically the event is held in person and members from across the state have the […]
Unity Against Hate Rally
The Unity Against Hate Rally held in Sacramento on Saturday, May 15th, 2021, was one of more than 23 held around the world in solidarity with the AAPI community. The […]
CA/HI NAACP Welcomes Dominique Donette as Public Affairs Specialist
May 5, 2021 California Hawaii State Conference NAACP has announced community activist and organizer Ms. Dominique Donette has joined the organization as their Public Affairs Specialist. This will be the […]
Reaction from Chauvin verdict felt across the state of California NAACP Branches
April 21, 2021 Emotional reactions from the April 20th, Chauvin verdict could be felt from across the state of California NAACP Branches. Sacramento Branch President Betty Williams felt hopeful for […]
Justice is Served, Derek Chauvin Found Guilty On All Charges In George Floyd Murder
April 20, 2021 Today justice was served in Minnesota, finding police officer Derek Chauvin guilty on all three counts of murder and manslaughter in the May 2020 killing of George […]
Statement from CA/HI NAACP President on recent anti-Asian American attacks
California Hawaii State Conference NAACP Standing United against anti-Asian Hate. It has been a couple of weeks since the murder of our Asian sisters in Atlanta, but my heart still […]
Meet Your New California Hawaii State Conference NAACP President Rick L. Callender, Esq.
By Anna Hopkins, Communications and Public Relations Chair, CA/HI NAACP The question that comes in the most to the staff and other leadership in the CA/HI NAACP is can you […]
9th Annual Legacy Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony
We invite you to celebrate with us February 1st, 2021 as we commemorate Black History Month with the 9th Annual Legacy Hall of Fame induction ceremony honoring President Emeritus Dr. […]
EQUITY, JUSTICE & EARTH DAY
By Rick L. Callender, ESQ. CA/HI NAACP President April 1 2022 California – Hawaii State Conference NAACP EQUITY, JUSTICE & EARTH DAY April always brings a new beginning with spring […]
Honoring a Civil Rights Leader
By Attorney Peter Graham Cohn, Sun Reporter March 30, 2022 RESPECTED NAACP CIVIL RIGHTS LEADER DAN DANIELS PASSED AWAY THIS LAST WEEKNovember 2, 1950 – March 22, 2022 It was […]
CA/HI NAACP TRIBAL GAMING STATEMENT
By Rick L. Callender, ESQ. CA/HI NAACP President February 18, 2022 California – Hawaii State Conference NAACP Supports In-Person Tribal Sports Wagering Measure and Opposition to the Corporate Online Gambling […]
Message from CA/HI State Conference President
The California Hawaii NAACP is committed to equality and justice for all.
National & State NAACP Urge Governor Gavin Newsom to Appoint African American Woman to Fill Vacant Senate Seat
Read the open letter signed by NAACP President and CEO Derrick Johnson and NAACP California Hawaii State Conference President Rick L. Callender to Governor Gavin Newsom below.
Press Statement: NAACP CALIFORNIA HAWAII STATE CONFERENCE MOURNS THE LOSS OF SENATOR DIANNE FEINSTEIN
It is with profound sadness that we extend our deepest condolences on behalf of the NAACP California Hawaii State Conference upon hearing of the passing of Senator Dianne Feinstein. Senator […]
Press Statement: NAACP CALIFORNIA HAWAII STATE CONFERENCE RESPONDS TO NAACP OAKLAND ISSUE
“The NAACP California Hawaii State Conference’s Branch leadership and members are committed to working together and not against each other. We are committed to unity over divisiveness and we welcome […]
Press Statement: NAACP CALIFORNIA HAWAII STATE CONFERENCE RESPONDS TO CSU TUITION INCREASE
September 14, 2023 “We are disappointed in the CSU Board of Trustees decision to increase tuition by 6 percent a year over the next five years. Students of color, specifically […]
NAACP CA/HI Government Relations Specialist Taneicia Herring Needs Your Help!
Our Sponsored bill, SB 673 (Bradford), Ebony Alert, is making great strides, however, we need the full force of our Branches to ensure its passage! We need our branches to call […]
NAACP CA/HI Media Highlights Aug-Sept
CalMatters, From films to counseling — how California is spending $90 million to fight hate Enterprise-Record, Local NAACP branch to honor three for their contributions to community The Sun Gazette, […]
36th Annual NAACP California Hawaii State Convention
Join us in San Francisco for the 36th Annual NAACP CA/HI Convention! Registration for the 36th annual NAACP CA/HI State Convention is OPEN. Register today! This year’s NAACP CA/HI State […]
Press Release: NAACP California Hawaii State Conference to Honor ‘68 Olympians Dr. Tommie Smith, Dr. John Carlos, 1967 Olympic Project for Human Rights Dr. Harry Edwards and Dr. Kenneth Noel
SACRAMENTO, CA (6/12/23) – The California Hawaii State Conference NAACP will be hosting its 11th annual Legacy Hall of Fame Ceremony on Saturday, June 24 at 6:30 pm at the […]
Communications Tips for Branches: How a Facebook and Instagram Business Account Can Benefit Your Branch
Why is setting up a business account on Instagram and Facebook a good idea? If you’re running a nonprofit and you don’t currently have an Instagram or Facebook Business account, […]
Communications Tips for Branches: How to draft a short press release
When drafting a press release there are items that can make or break your press release. Here are a few rules for you to refer to when crafting your press […]
Press Release: Calif. Hawaii NAACP to Sponsor AB 1327 After Number of Incidents of Racism on Calif. High School Sports Fields
SACRAMENTO, CA – The California-Hawaii State Conference NAACP is proud to sponsor AB 1327 with Assemblymember Akilah Weber, M.D., (D-San Diego), introduced late Thursday afternoon. This bill would require the […]
Black Freedom Fund Report 2022
Report by CA/HI NAACP Executive Director Salena Pryor The CA Black Freedom Fund (BFF) is a 13-month program designed to increase CA/HI NAACP’s visibility in education and awareness of issues […]
CA/HI NAACP Mourns Loss of Vallejo President Jimmie Jackson
January 20, 2023 We are devastated to hear of the passing of NAACP Vallejo President, CA/HI NAACP State Area Director – North and CA/HI NAACP Executive Committee Member Jimmie Jackson. […]
4 Tips for Branches To Stay On Brand in 2023
The CA/HI NAACP has put together an easy guide to help your Branch stay on brand in 2023. The NAACP Brand Identity Guide is designed to create a consistent visual […]
Veterans Day 2022
Antwanisha Williamson, USN, MBA-MPMCA/HI State Conference NAACP Executive Committee MemberChair, State Armed Services and Veterans Affairs (ASVA) Committee After serving our country for eighteen (18) years of dedicated service in […]
CA/HI NAACP hosts Fireside Chat in Los Angeles
By Rick L. Callender, ESQ. CA/HI NAACP President CA/HI NAACP hosts Fireside Chat in Los Angeles with Councilmember Mike Bonin and Dr. Julianne Malveaux, Dean of the College of Ethnic […]
CA/HI NAACP and Los Angeles NAACP Call on the Resignation of All Involved in Racist LA City Council Conversation
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEOctober 9, 2022 The CA/HI State Conference of the NAACP and the Los Angeles Branch of the NAACP called for theimmediate resignation of President Nury Martinez, Councilmembers Gil […]
CA/HI STATE NAACP TO CELEBRATE 35th STATE CONVENTION IN LA
By Rick L. Callender, ESQ. CA/HI NAACP President CALIFORNIA HAWAII STATE NAACP TO CELEBRATE 35th STATE CONVENTION IN LOS ANGELES LOS ANGELES, CA (10/6/22) – The California Hawaii State Conference […]
CA/HI NAACP STATEMENT ON DFEH CIVIL ACTION AGAINST TESLA
By Rick L. Callender, ESQ. CA/HI NAACP President February 10, 2022 CA/HI NAACP STATEMENT ON DFEH CIVIL ACTION AGAINST TESLA Racism is clearly running rampant and out of control at Tesla. […]
WE ARE BLACK HISTORY!
Black History month is a month of reflection, honoring those before us – while lifting up those within the African American community that make Black history each and every day. […]
2022 and Beyond Q&A with CA/HI NAACP President Rick L. Callender ESQ.
By Anna Hopkins, Communications and Public Relations Chair, CA/HI NAACP From the worldwide pandemic, criminal justice and environmental justice we face an overwhelming amount of issues that disportionaly impact African […]
Giving Tuesday 2021
As you consider donating on this Giving Tuesday, please consider donating to the California Hawaii State Conference NAACP. Your donation allows us to create campaigns, mobilize the community and fund […]
Call from CA/HI NAACP to Shop Local, Shop Black Owned This Holiday Season
California Hawaii State Conference NAACP makes a call to Shop Local and Shop Black Owned, Small Business Saturday and Always #ShopLocalShopBlack a call to shop five local Black owned businesses […]
Veterans Day 2021
As we approach Veteran’s Day on Thursday, November 11, 2021, I would first like to lead by saying, thank you for your service to all who have served! Veterans Day […]
CA/HI NAACP State Convention
WE ARE CA/HI NAACP I hope you will join us! The 34th Annual California Hawaii NAACP State Convention will be held virtuallyOctober 22-24, 2021. Our convention will bring together long-time […]
Redistricting
Redistricting is the process of redrawing the congressional and state legislative boundaries after the U.S. Census. The California Citizens Redistricting Commission is the redistricting commission for the State of California-they […]
Covid 19 Rent Relief
Roughly 758,000 California households are behind on rent. Governor Newsom signed AB 832 which extends California’s eviction Moratorium through September 30th, 2021. This ensures that that no residents will be […]
Cancel Student Debt
Millions of people, including African Americans and people of color, across America have experienced hardship due to the impact of student loan debt. Given the current economic climate and instability […]
Juneteenth Overview
This year’s CA/HI NAACP Juneteenth theme was, “Celebrating the Journey of Freedom”, and across the state, many branches celebrated through music, song, dance, spoken word and joyous gatherings. A critical […]
CA/HI NAACP Bill Positions
Date: June 25, 2021 Written by: Dominique Donette Legislative advocacy is a key component of the work of the CA/HI State Conference NAACP. Specifically, bills have a significant impact on […]
Legislative Day
The CA/HI State Conference NAACP hosted its annual Legislative Day on Monday, May 17th, 2021. Historically the event is held in person and members from across the state have the […]
Unity Against Hate Rally
The Unity Against Hate Rally held in Sacramento on Saturday, May 15th, 2021, was one of more than 23 held around the world in solidarity with the AAPI community. The […]
CA/HI NAACP Welcomes Dominique Donette as Public Affairs Specialist
May 5, 2021 California Hawaii State Conference NAACP has announced community activist and organizer Ms. Dominique Donette has joined the organization as their Public Affairs Specialist. This will be the […]
Reaction from Chauvin verdict felt across the state of California NAACP Branches
April 21, 2021 Emotional reactions from the April 20th, Chauvin verdict could be felt from across the state of California NAACP Branches. Sacramento Branch President Betty Williams felt hopeful for […]
Justice is Served, Derek Chauvin Found Guilty On All Charges In George Floyd Murder
April 20, 2021 Today justice was served in Minnesota, finding police officer Derek Chauvin guilty on all three counts of murder and manslaughter in the May 2020 killing of George […]
Statement from CA/HI NAACP President on recent anti-Asian American attacks
California Hawaii State Conference NAACP Standing United against anti-Asian Hate. It has been a couple of weeks since the murder of our Asian sisters in Atlanta, but my heart still […]
Meet Your New California Hawaii State Conference NAACP President Rick L. Callender, Esq.
By Anna Hopkins, Communications and Public Relations Chair, CA/HI NAACP The question that comes in the most to the staff and other leadership in the CA/HI NAACP is can you […]
9th Annual Legacy Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony
We invite you to celebrate with us February 1st, 2021 as we commemorate Black History Month with the 9th Annual Legacy Hall of Fame induction ceremony honoring President Emeritus Dr. […]