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🫱🏿🫲🏾Resolved and Resolute!
The new year is upon us and with that comes reflection on all that we were able to accomplish last year and preparation for the work ahead. Last year, we lost a giant with the passing of our President Emeritus, Dr. Hazel N. Dukes. Our resolve was tested at a time when it was most necessary for us to be able to do the crucial work of protecting our communities. President L. Joy Williams did not allow us to miss a beat. Instead, we organized and strengthened our infrastructure to meet the moment. We took to the streets to advocate, agitate, and litigate and pushed back against continued attempts to destabilize our communities and separate families. As we continue to wade into uncharted waters, let’s remember that while we are living in difficult times, we have been prepared for this moment. We should take this time to reaffirm our commitment to the abolishment of discrimination and to be resolute in our fight for justice and equity.
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✅Dates to remember
Let’s hit the ground running with some key dates to add to your calendars.
January 13, 2026 - State of the State
Governor Kathy Hochul will address New York, detailing her 2026 initiatives.
Watch here https://www.governor.ny.gov/programs/2026-state-state
January 7 - June 4th - Legislative Session
The New York State Legislature will convene to discuss, debate, and advance proposals to improve the lives of New Yorkers.
Track session and hearings at https://nyassembly.gov/
January 28th - Monthly Briefing
On the last Wednesday of every month the NAACP New York State Conference will host a briefing to discuss and inform New Yorkers on the current state of affairs. Catch all upcoming briefings or watch past briefings on HERE.
February 12th - Founders Day
On this day, the oldest and the boldest civil rights organization was born. Learn More.
February 14th - 16th - New York State Black, Puerto Rican, Hispanic & Asian Legislative Caucus Weekend
The NYSABPRLHA hosts this annual gathering that brings community members to Albany to meet with their elected representatives and strategize around issues that impact our communities. The State Conference will be hosting workshops and participating in the weekend’s events. Learn More.
📝Monthly Briefings
Watch us live as President L.joy Williams and Executive Director Chris Alexander discuss the state of the state address from Governor Kathy Hochul and the 2026 legislative agenda of the NAACP New York State Conference.
Also, it's back and here to stay! On the last Wednesday of every month we will host a live monthly briefing to discuss the topics impacting the lives of Black New Yorkers. This month’s briefing will focus on the 2026 Executive Budget.
🗣️A Rededication To Justice
Join the NAACP New York State Conference on January 15, 2026 at 5:30 pm, the birthday of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. as we rally at Riverside Church to reaffirm our commitment to fight for the most vulnerable.
📰Press
NAACP New York State Conference Endorses New York for All
The NAACP New York State Conference formerly endorsed ‘New York for All’ at its 1st Quarterly Meeting of 2026. This endorsement is reflective of the NAACP’s broader commitment and long history of fighting for civil liberties and human rights. On the heels of the murder of Renee Good in Minneapolis, there are renewed demands that New York State must prohibit local governments from utilizing resources or coordinating with federal enforcement officials who have demonstrated a lack of respect of the rule of law and a complete disregard for human dignity. The State Conference has made New York for All a top legislative priority for 2026 and will host its annual Lobby Day in Albany on March 4th.
"True peace is not merely the absence of tension; it is the presence of justice."
~MLK jr
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