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The Nation’s Premier Gathering of Black Political Power and Thought to Convene in Washington, D.C., as CBCF Marks its 50th Anniversary and the Conference Enters its 55th Year.

July 14, 2026 admin 0

Congressional Black Caucus Foundation Marks 55th Annual Legislative Conference with Theme: Rooted, Ready, and Rising Washington, D.C. — Today, the Congressional Black Caucus Foundation (CBCF) announced the theme for its 55th Annual Legislative Conference (ALC): Rooted, Ready & Rising taking place September 16-20, 2026. The […]

Made for this Moment – POWER, POLICY, & PROGRESS

August 27, 2025 admin 0

By CBCF Join us for the Congressional Black Caucus Foundation’s 54th Annual Legislative Conference, September 24th through September 28th in Washington, D.C. It is the place to connect with civic and business leaders, elected officials, and concerned citizens to discuss […]

At Congressional Black Caucus Foundation’s Phoenix Awards, President Biden, Vice President Harris warn that American democratic norms and freedoms are at stake ahead of 2024 Presidential elections

September 25, 2023 admin 0

BY ALC Media Photo Credits Kea Taylor/Imagine Photography LL Cool J, MC Lyte, Karine Jean-Pierre, Mayor Karen Bass, Leader Hakeem Jeffries and Justin Jones honored at gala ceremony that closes out the 52nd Annual Legislative Conference Washington, D.C. – Tonight, President Joe […]

Experience the Power of Unity at the 52nd Congressional Black Caucus Foundation’s Annual Legislative Conference

August 22, 2023 admin 0

BY Congressional Black Caucus Foundation The Congressional Black Caucus Foundation is thrilled to present the highly anticipated 52nd Annual Legislative Conference (ALC), taking place from September 20 – 24, 2023, at the prestigious Walter E. Washington Convention Center. Under the […]

CBCF Announces the In-Person Return of A Day of Healing (formerly the Prayer Breakfast)

September 27, 2022 admin 0

The signature gospel and inter-faith event will kick-off culminating events for the 2022 Annual Legislative Conference Washington, D.C. – Today, the Congressional Black Caucus Foundation (CBCF) announced the in-person return of the Day of Healing (formerly known as the Prayer Breakfast), […]

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Holistic Justice: A Push Towards Trauma-Informed Policymaking – Congressional Black Caucus Foundation

December 10, 2021 admin 0

We envision a world in which all communities have an equal voice in public policy through leadership cultivation, economic empowerment, and civic engagement. Speakers for NREI Summit Session 3 Representative Ayanna Pressley Opening Remarks Olajumoke Obayanju Moderator: Alisha Moreland-Capuia Panelists: […]

Policy For The People-Policy Meets Practice: Training in Action

October 22, 2020 admin 0

Policy Meets Practice: Training in Action The Congressional Black Caucus Foundation will kick off its second series of the Policy for the People Virtual Braintrusts entitled, “Policy Meets Practice: Training in Action.” This six week series begins on October 22, 2020 and will […]

The Impact of COVID-19 on Cancer Screening – Virtual 2020 ALC

October 9, 2020 admin 0

By Congressional Black Caucus Foundation At the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic, elective medical procedures, including cancer screening, were largely put on hold to prioritize urgent needs and reduce the risk of the spread of COVID-19 in healthcare settings. One […]

Why Black Participation in Clinical Trials Matters – Virtual 2020 ALC

September 28, 2020 admin 0

By Congressional Black Caucus Foundation As of June 23, 2020, the coronavirus has taken the lives of over 120,000 Americans. Black people are continuing to face the highest rates of mortality from the virus at one in every 1,500 compared […]

General Health and Wellness Session: The Realities of COVID-19 & State of Black Health – Virtual ALC

September 18, 2020 admin 0

Current data shows that 33% of hospitalized patients with COVID-19 are black even though they comprise only 18% of the community. Pre-existing conditions such as diabetes, hypertension and obesity disproportionately impact the African American community; these pre-existing conditions predispose African […]

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CBCF Welcomes Public Affairs Strategist and Marketing Leader as New President and CEO

July 9, 2020 admin 0

WASHINGTON — The Congressional Black Caucus Foundation, Inc. (CBCF) announced today that Tonya Veasey, communications and marketing agency founder and CEO will lead the organization as its new president and chief executive officer. For more than 20 years, Veasey has provided award-winning counsel […]

Congressional Black Caucus Foundation commemorating the ending of slavery

June 19, 2020 admin 0

As we celebrate the commemorative ending of slavery in the United States, we reflect on the contributions of African Americans to this country. Black lives helped build this nation and Black lives will help carry it forward. We matter! Today, we are […]

CBCF LAUNCHES NEW INITIATIVES TO SUPPORT SOCIAL JUSTICE REFORM IN AMERICA

June 9, 2020 admin 0

HBCU scholarships and research initiative included in new programming to advance human rights; and educational and economic opportunities for African Americans WASHINGTON — The Congressional Black Caucus Foundation, Inc. (CBCF) announced today it will launch three key initiatives to support social reforms […]

CBCF TO HOST FIRST-EVER ALL DIGITAL ANNUAL LEGISLATIVE CONFERENCE

May 19, 2020 admin 0

Conference originally scheduled September 16-20, 2020 will now feature online programming August 31-October 2, 2020 WASHINGTON — The Congressional Black Caucus Foundation, Inc. (CBCF) announced today it will deliver its Annual Legislative Conference completely online later this year. The new format, Virtual […]

CBCF Issues Statement on Status of 2020 Programming

March 19, 2020 admin Comments Off

WASHINGTON — CBCF Board Chair Congressman Cedric L. Richmond and Interim President and CEO Tonya Veasey issued the following statement regarding the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic and its effect on future CBCF activities and events: “The health and wellness of the Congressional […]

Congressional Black Caucus Foundation Prayer Breakfast – ALC 2019

September 15, 2019 admin Comments Off

Congressional Black Caucus Foundation Prayer Breakfast 2019 Keynote SpeakerREV. DR. HOWARD-JOHN WESLEY Alfred Street Baptist Church Find Out More AT CBCF.org