NAACP CA/HI Legacy Hall of Fame 2024

12TH ANNUAL INDUCTEE CEREMONY /

HONORING

ACTOR - ACTIVIST

DANNY GLOVER

CIVIL RIGHTS ACTIVIST

REV. DR. AMOS C. BROWN

JUNETEENTH

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Black + THRIVING! California Hawaii STATE CONFERENCE

Rick L. Callender, Esq.

President

Reverend Jethroe Moore II 1st Vice President

Zephanii Smith-Eisenstat 2nd Vice President

Naomi Rainey Pierson 3rd Vice President

LaJuana Bivens

Secretary/State Director

Ida M. Johnson

Assistant Secretary

Olivia Verrett 2nd Assistant Secretary

Carolyn Veal-Hunter State Treasurer

Satia Austin

Area Director - Southeast

Darrell Goode

Area Director - Southwest

Odessa LeFrancois

Area Director - Coastal

Allen Brooks

Area Director - North

Regina Hatcher-Crawford

Area Director - Central

Freddye Davis

Area Director - West

Alice A. Huffman, PhD

President Emeritus

June 10, 2024

On behalf of the NAACP California Hawaii State Conference, I am honored to welcome you and celebrate the 12th Annual NAACP California Hawaii State Conference Legacy Hall of Fame Ceremony with you. We are incredibly grateful to our branches, sponsors, and c orporate par tners for their generous suppor t that has made this event possible Thank you for your commitment to justice!

This evening, we bring together NAACP members and suppor ters to recognize two outstanding community leaders who have dedicated their lives to advancing civil rights, not only in California but in the nation. This year’s inductees, Rev Dr Amos C Brown and Danny Glover, are both true civil rights leaders who made courageous decisions in the face of ad versity that have inspired generations of new civil rights leaders to continue the fight for justice and equity. We could not have a more powerful duo to induct into the NAACP CA/HI Legacy Hall of Fame.

Our collective power is an unstoppable force, and the NAACP California Hawaii State Conference is ready to lead this charge with your suppor t Tonight we celebrate and express our gratitude to our civil rights leaders across California and Hawaii who have made our communities a better place for all and also take time to acknowledge the accomplishments of those who deserve our recognition for suppor ting the principles of the NAACP

Thank you for joining me to celebrate the dedication and historic contributions made by Rev Dr Amos C Brown and Danny Glover in the fight for civil rights With incredible leaders like these fighting alongside the NAACP, we are truly making a difference.

Yours in the fight,

Rick L.

Callender,

ESQ. CA/HI NAACP President

Honorees 2024

ACTOR - ACTIVIST

CIVIL RIGHTS ACTIVIST

REV. DR. AMOS C. BROWN

DANNY GLOVER

Program TONIGHT’S

SPONSOR RECEPTION | 5:30PM

LEGACY HALL OF FAME | 6:30PM

Master of Ceremonies, Brandi Cummings, KCRA 3

INVOCATION

Rev. Jethroe Moore II

LIFT EVERY VOICE AND SING

Rayland Albert and The Oakland Ensemble Band

WELCOME REMARKS

Brandi Cummings, KCRA 3

ACKNOWLEDGMENTS OF SPECIAL GUESTS

Brandi Cummings, KCRA 3

ACKNOWLEDGMENTS OF SPONSORS

Brandi Cummings, KCRA 3

DINNER IS SERVED

INDUCTION CEREMONY

Rev. Jethroe Moore II, NAACP CA/HI 1st Vice President

TRIBUTE OF LEGACY HONOREES

Rayland Albert and The Oakland Ensemble Band

CLOSING REMARKS

Rick L. Callender. ESQ., NAACP CA/HI President

BENEDICTION

Rev. Jethroe Moore II, NAACP CA/HI 1st Vice President

MEET THE Honorees

CIVIL RIGHTS ACTIVIST & ACTOR

DANNY GLOVER

Actor, producer and humanitarian Danny Glover has been a commanding presence on screen, stage and television for more than 30 years. He is widely known for his lead role as Roger Murtaugh in the Lethal Weapon film series. He also had leading roles in his films included The Color Purple, To Sleep with Anger, Predator 2, Angels in the Outfield, and Operation Dumbo Drop. Glover has prominent supporting roles in Silverado, Witness, A Rage in Harlem, Dreamgirls, Shooter, Death at a Funeral, Beyond the Lights, Sorry to Bother You, The Last Black Man in San Francisco, The Dead Don’t Die, Lonesome Dove and Jumanji: The Next Level. He is also an active supporter of various political causes.

In addition to his film work, Glover is civil rights advocate, longtime supporter of union rights and United Nations Ambassador. In 2022, the Academy of Motion Pictures Arts and Sciences honored Glover with the Jean Hersholt Humanitarian Award. Additionally, Glover has received numerous accolades, including the NAACP’s President’s Award and the Cuban National Medal of Friendship by the Cuban Council of State. He has also received nominations for four Primetime Emmy Awards, four Grammy Awards, and a Daytime Emmy Award.

MEET THE Honorees

CIVIL RIGHTS ACTIVIST

REV. DR. AMOS C. BROWN

Known among World leaders, presidents, celebrities, and academicians alike for his trademark activism, intellectual discipline, and masterful oratory, Dr. Amos C. Brown is a legend in his own time. Tutored by Medgar Evers, Benjamin Mays, Samuel Williams, J. Pious Barbour, and Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. (as one of the eight students in the only class Dr. King taught in his lifetime at Morehouse College), Dr. Brown has never seen the issues of society as separate from the mission of the church, especially when the members of the church are directly affected by systems of evil.

A native of Jackson, Mississippi, Dr. Brown has been Pastor of San Francisco’s Third Baptist Church since 1976. As a scholar, theologian, preacher and social activist, he has maintained a marriage of piety and political action in his ministry. He was equipped for great and distinct ministerial leadership through his training at Morehouse College, B.A. (1964) and earned degrees of Master of Divinity degree from Crozer Theological Seminary and the Doctor of Ministry from United Theological Seminary. Before accepting the call to Third Baptist, he served as pastor of Saint Paul’s Baptist Church in West Chester, Pennsylvania and Pilgrim Baptist Church in St. Paul, Minnesota.

Under his leadership, Third Baptist Church has established a summer school program, created an After-School Academic enrichment program (Back on Track) in partnership with Temple Emanuel Congregation, the Charles A. Tindley Academy of Music; sponsored more African refugees than any local congregation in the nation and sponsored 80 children from Tanzania to receive heart surgery in the United States. He led the Bay Area in raising $68,000 for the Somalian Relief Effort in 1984, led in

MEET THE Honorees

CIVIL RIGHTS ACTIVIST

REV. DR. AMOS C. BROWN

founding the Black American Response to the African Crisis, which raised $300,000 for the Ethiopian Famine crises, and led an airlift to Ethiopia under the auspices of the National Baptist Convention.

In addition to his pastoral responsibilities, he has served as a member of the governing board of San Francisco Community College, National Chairman of the National Baptist Commission on Civil Rights and Human services, member of the San Francisco Board of Supervisors, Chairman of the Bay Area Ecumenical Pastors Conference, first Vice President of the California State Baptist Convention, President of NAACP Branch in San Francisco, California, and a member of the governing board of the National Council of Churches of Christ.

Dr. Brown was a delegate to the 2001 United Nations Conference on Race and Intolerance in Durban, South Africa. He represented the National Board of the NAACP in this World Conference. Also in the wake of the tragedy of September 11, 2001, Dr. Brown was one of the principal national faith leaders to give a response address to the tragedy at the San Francisco’s Day of Remembrance. In September of 2001, Dr. Brown and Jesse Jackson met with the venerable, Nelson Mandela in South Africa around issues of African development and U.S. foreign policy matters. And as a great champion of educational enterprises, he brought to Third Baptist the Honorable Kweisi Mfume for an evening of “Celebrating our Commitment and Passion for Education and Academic Excellence”. From this effort over $67,000 was raised for scholarships for worthy students who are pursuing higher education and training.

Dr. Brown was awarded the Martin Luther King, Jr. Ministerial Award for outstanding leadership and contributions to the Black Church in America. He was also inducted into the International Hall of Fame at the King International Chapel at Morehouse College. For a second time, Dr. And Mrs. Brown was invited by President and First Lady Barak and Michelle Obama to a Christmas Reception at the White House. Most recently, the City and County of San Francisco honored Dr. Brown during the Martin Luther Ling Jr. Holiday, and gave a brilliant address to the community. In April of 2011 he will be honored by his hometown of Jackson Mississippi.

Sharing Dr. Brown’s commitment to service and racial uplift are his wife, Mrs. Jane Smith Brown of Richmond, Virginia, two sons, Amos C. Brown, Jr., David Josephus Brown, and daughter, Kizzie Marie Brown.

E vent Emcee BRANDI CUMMINGS

Brandi Cummings is an award-winning journalist who anchors weekday mornings at KCRA 3 News in Sacramento.

She joined the KCRA news team in April 2018 as a general assignment reporter.

Prior to KCRA, Brandi worked at WAVY/WVBT in Portsmouth, Virginia as the station’s solo weekend evening anchor and award–winning investigative reporter. Before going to WAVY, Brandi worked as a morning anchor at WTOC in Savannah, Georgia and a reporter/anchor at WIS in Columbia, South Carolina. She began her career as a producer at WRDW in her hometown, Augusta, GA.

During the 2016-2017 school year, Brandi was an adjunct professor at the prestigious Scripps Howard School of Journalism and Communication at Hampton University. She has also taught online master’s courses at her alma mater, Lasell College (University).

Brandi has several honors which include awards from the Virginia Associated Press and the South Carolina Associated Press. She is a four-time National Association of Black Journalist Salute to Excellence Award winner. Brandi has also been honored with Emmy nominations from the National Academy of Television Arts & Sciences, San Francisco/Northern California Chapter. In May 2022, she contributed to KCRA 3’s RTNDA Edward R. Murrow Overall Excellence Award Winning Entry.

In May 2012, Brandi was honored with a Concurrent Resolution from the South Carolina General Assembly for her service to the people in the state.

Brandi’s stories have allowed her to interview several influential people including former President Barack Obama. In addition to a long list of accomplishments, features, and mentions, Brandi was featured on the Summer 2011 cover of Midlands Woman Magazine. She is a former Board Member of The First Tee of Savannah. She is currently on the board of California-based non-profit organization OneSwing Golf Academy. Brandi is a lifetime member of the National Association of Black Journalists (NABJ) and a member of the National Academy of Television Arts & Sciences, San Francisco/Northern California Chapter.

In 2010, Brandi developed a program for girls. In both Columbia, SC and Savannah, GA, she spearheaded the execution of the program she created, titled the “Loving Me Seminar” for teen girls. In August 2010, she self-published her first book of poetry, “Straight to the Heart: Life & Love.”

Brandi has a Master’s Degree in Integrated Marketing Communications from Lasell College and a Bachelor’s Degree in Mass Media Arts from Clark Atlanta University. Her alma mater honored her as a “Clark Atlanta University Alum for a Day,” on May 22, 2013.

She, her husband and two children live in Sacramento.

June 10, 2024

Greetings:

It is my great pleasure to congratulate and thank the NAACP California Hawaii State Conference on the occasion of your 12th Annual Legacy Hall of Fame Ceremony I am grateful to serve and privileged to occupy this space as leader of the nation's first and largest grassroots civil rights organization. It is my honor to stand with every branch and state conference in our fight to enact true and equitable change in this nation.

Our commitment to fulfilling the promise of America may be under renewed attack from far -right elements in the states, in Congress, and even in the Supreme Court, but we – the NAACP – will not allow our work to be in vain. We will not be silenced, and the course of our story will not be changed. We have a powerful story to tell, and you – leaders, volunteers, members – are the main characters of our story; the most powerful network of activists and community leaders in this nation and the driving force for good in our communities.

Our vision for the future of America is that of a more inclusive economy, the rights and dignity of every person, voting rights for all, affordable and accessible health care, and an end to environmental and climate injustices. We continue to mobilize the most comprehensive data-driven Black civic engagement campaign in the nation, and you are the boots on the ground reaching far and wide into communities across our country. Our fight has never been stronger, with our lawyers and policy experts securing desegregation, voting rights, and justice for Black communities in places like Charleston, South Carolina, and Mason, Tennessee; and we are just getting started. We will not stop until student debt relief becomes a reality, and we must turn out the vote in ev ery election to have a representative body that reflects our priorities and protects Black women.

We are moving from a deficit mindset. We have everything we need to succeed and the power to bring about the changes we want to see – and we are using it. We will continue to rededicate and reignite ourselves to the work of creating a more perfect union no matter the odds set before us. I am proud to lead the NAACP at this historic moment; coming alongside and thriving together with NAACP champions of equ al opportunity and social justice who will write a story of a nation where all its people had equal opportunity to thrive. Thank you.

Peace and Power,

Derrick Johnson

June 10, 2024

NAACP California Hawaii State Conference

Greetings:

Congratulations to the National Association for the Advancement of Colored People (NAACP) California Hawaii State Conference as you come together for your 12th Annual Legacy Hall of Fame Ceremony. Thank you for your continued commitment and ongoing efforts toward our 115-year mission to ensure equal rights and eliminate racial hatred and discrimination across our nation.

Today, we are confronted by policymakers who have based their personal quest for political power on campaigns clearly intended to deny the teaching of our history. They continue to wa ge a war on education and to create new ways to criminalize our brothers and our sisters. A century of progress is severely under attack and the fruit of our labor challenged by the forces of retrogression, fear, and hate. White supremacy is openly espoused by policymakers and power brokers at all levels of government and many in the private sector. With recent rulings, we see the courts rolling back long -held precedents that protected civil and human rights. Our freedom and democracy are at stake.

We must have a clear understanding of the importance of who is nominated and confirmed to sit in judgement of our nation’s most important questions. When we fail to engage in the electoral process, we deny our power, which is our vote. Every NAACP unit mus t be a part of the NAACP civic engagement process; much of our work depends upon laws, regulations, funding, and administration. The ability to create and implement public policy will determine the impact of our work on the lives of th ose who live in the communities we represent. With active Political Action Committees, and in collaboration with partner groups, we must ensure policymakers are put in place who truly believe in government for and by all people. The NAACP is an advocacy organization. Our mis sion is to be the voice for our community on all issues of public policy; education, healthcare, criminal justice, climate justice, with the next generation of freedom fighters ready and equipped to take up the fight .

We are the NAACP; we are what democracy looks like. This nation belongs to all of us. We only thrive as a nation when each of us has an equitable share of opportunity and when we embrace our shared humanity. When we work and fight together for justice and equity, we thrive together; w hen we thrive together, we protect the promise of our nation and we win.

Yours in the struggle,

Leon W. Russell

OFFICE OF THE GOVERNOR

June 10, 2024

CA/HI NAACP 12th Annual Legacy Hall of Fame Ceremony

On behalf of the state of California, I am pleased to welcome all who have gathered for the 12th Annual Legacy Hall of Fame Ceremony.

Each year, this event provides an opportunity to recognize those who have served as pillars of support for Black communities in California, Hawaii, and beyond. In doing so, this ceremony brings together leaders from all walks of life to honor the NAACP’s mission of safeguarding civil rights and championing social justice for the most vulnerable among us. As we honor the extraordinary awardees featured here tonight, our state is grateful for their efforts to carry on the NAACP’s legacy of service through their civic and artistic contributions.

On this occasion, I wish everyone an event marked by celebration, connection, and community.

GOVERNOR GAVIN NEWSOM

Governor of California

MALIA M. COHEN CALIFORNIA STATE CONTROLLER

June 10, 2024

Dear Friends:

As California’s State Controller and chief fiscal officer, I welcome you to the 12th Annual NAACP California/Hawaii 2024 Legacy Hall of Fame Ceremony.

Since its founding in 1909, the NAACP (National Association for the Advancement of Colored People) has become the largest and most preeminent civil rights organization in the country. With over 2,200 units and branches across the nation, there are 72 branches in the California/Hawaii conference. The CA/HI NAACP State Conference brings together elected officials, activists, organizers, and faith leaders to promote solutions to some of the most pressing issues facing Black communities within California and Hawaii.

I salute this year’s inductees: the Rev. Dr. Amos C. Brown and Danny Glover. I commend these inductees for their tireless efforts to advance civil rights. In addition, I congratulate the CA/HI NAACP executive officers and staff for their continued vision and service throughout California.

I extend to each of you my best wishes for a memorable event.

Sincerely,

Malia M. Cohen

June 10, 2024

Dear Members, Partners, and Honorees:

Welcome to the 12th Annual Legacy Hall of Fame Ceremony generously hosted by the California State Conference of the NAACP. Tonight we honor this year’s inductees to the NAACP CA/HI State Conference Legacy Hall of Fame two individuals who have shown a lifetime commitment to racial equality.

The Reverend Dr. Amos C. Brown has been at the forefront of civil rights work for over six decades. Among his many accomplishments, he organized the NAACP’s first youth council in 1955, protested as a Freedom Rider, served on the San Francisco Board of Supervisors, and now serves as the president of the San Francisco Branch of the NAACP.

Danny Glover, an actor, activist, and humanitarian, has brought his influence to bear across the world as an ambassador for the United Nations and UNICEF as well as a board member of various advocacy organizations. His work has supported diversity in creative fields, workers’ rights, fair business practices, education equity, and human rights.

On behalf of the 55th Assembly District, we thank these honorees for their enduring courage and perseverance. They have truly earned their place among history’s greatest champions for civil rights.

With gratitude,

Isaac G. Bryan, Assemblymember 55th District

June 4, 2024

NAACP California Hawaii State Conference

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It is with great pleasure that I extend my heartfelt congratulations on the occasion of the 12th Annual Legacy Hall of Fame Ceremony hosted by the California State Conference of the NAACP. This esteemed event is a beacon of excellence, celebrating the tireless efforts and monumental achievements of individuals who have dedicated their lives to the advancement of civil rights.

I am deeply honored to contribute a congratulatory message for this special occasion, recognizing the exceptional legacies of this year's inductees, Rev. Dr. Amos C. Brown and Mr. Danny Glover.

Rev. Dr. Amos C. Brown's lifelong commitment to civil rights and his distinguished service as President of the San Francisco Branch of the NAACP are nothing short of inspirational. His direct mentorship under Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., and his participation in pivotal civil rights actions have cemented his role as a formidable leader in the fight for justice and equality. His unwavering dedication continues to inspire and galvanize communities to strive for a better, more equitable future.

Mr. Danny Glover, renowned for his stellar acting career and profound impact in the film in dustry, has equally distinguished himself as a passionate advocate for civil rights and economic justice. His humanitarian efforts and activism have earned him numerous accolades, reflecting his deep commitment to creating a just and inclusive society. Born in San Francisco, Mr. Glover's contributions extend far beyond the screen, making a significant difference in the lives of many.

Once again, congratulations to the inductees and the NAACP for this significant milestone. May this ceremony be a resounding success, and may it continue to inspire and uplift all who attend.

With deepest respect and admiration,

Sincerely,

DR. COREY A. JACKSON, DSW, MSW Assemblymember, 60TH District

NAACP California Hawaii State Conference 12th Annual Legacy Hall of Fame Ceremony June 10, 2024

Dear Friends,

As the Assemblymember for California’s Sixth Assembly District, it is an honor for me to extend a warm congratulations to this year’s NAACP CA/HI State Conference Legacy Hall of Fame inductees: Reverend Dr. Amos C. Brown and Danny Glover.

A student of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., Rev. Dr Amos C. Brown is a renowned preacher, scholar, and social activist. His service as President of the San Francisco Branch of the NAACP is a testament to his dedication to civil rights leadership.

Danny Glover is an acclaimed actor, producer and activist. He has used his immense platform to champion economic and social justice. His legacy extends beyond the silver screen, resonating in his engagement and dedication to creating a more equitable society for all.

They have championed civil rights activism throughout their lives and careers. I am privileged to extend my congratulations to Rev. Dr. Amos C. Brown and Danny Glover as the 2024 NAACP CA/HI State Conference Legacy Hall of Fame inductees.

Thank you for your lifelong commitment to social justice and best wishes for a wonderful ceremony!

Sincerely,

KEVIN MCCARTY Assemblymember, 6th District

June 10, 2024

NATIONAL ASSOCIATION FOR THE ADVANCEMENT OF COLORED PEOPLE

CALIFORNIA-HAWAII STATE CONFERENCE

12TH ANNUAL LEGACY HALL OF FAME CEREMONY

Greetings!

Congratulations to the California-Hawaii State Conference of the National Association for the Advancement of Colored People (NAACP) on hosting its 12th Annual Legacy Hall of Fame Ceremony As one of your State Assemblymembers representing San Diego County, it is my pleasure to send written greetings to all in attendance for this year’s Ceremony.

I would like to extend my heartfelt congratulations to this year’s honorees , Rev. Dr. Amos C. Brown and Danny Glover on receiving this prestigious honor for your remarkable contributions to civil rights. Your dedication, perseverance, and unwavering commitment to justice have made an indelible mark on our society, inspiring positive change, and paving the way for a more equitable future. Your tireless advocacy for equality, fairness, and human rights shines as a beacon to inspire us all to follow in your footsteps. Through your actions, you have shown courage in the face of adversity and have championed the rights of marginalized communities with passion and integrity.

As you receive this well-deserved recognition, know that your efforts have touched countless lives and have left an enduring legacy of sacrifice and activism. Your dedication to civil rights exemplifies the very best of humanity, and I am honored to congratulate you on this remarkable achievement

May you continue to inspire others and may your work continue to bring about positive change for generations to come.

Sincerely,

Assemblymember Dr. Akilah Weber

79th Assembly District

June 10, 2024

Dear NAACP members & guests,

It is an honor to commemorate the 12th Annual Legacy Hall of Fame celebration. This event’s great success is a testament to the importance of securing civil rights throughout California and beyond.

I would like to extend my gratitude to the NAACP California Hawaii State Conference for creating a space where leaders across the west can envision a more just and inclusive society. This evening would not be possible without their commitment to change

My sincerest congratulations to the 2024 inductees: Rev. Dr. Amos C. Brown and Danny Glover. Their leadership in activism and dedication to uplifting black voices is commendable.

The NAACP’s history of advocating for African Americans, and other marginalized communities, is both inspiring and essential to the progress of our society.

I am proud to continue supporting the efforts of the NAACP in advancing their mission to eliminate prejudice and to remove discriminatory barriers.

Please enjoy tonight’s festivities and once again, congratulations to the 2024 Legacy Hall of Fame inductees.

Sincerely,

Lisa Calderon Assemblymember, 56th District

June 10, 2024

Subject: Congratulations to the 12th Annual NAACP Legacy Hall of Fame Inductees

Dear Friends,

It is a privilege to celebrate the 12th Annual Legacy Hall of Fame with you. I want to extend my heartfelt congratulations to this year’s inductees: Rev . Dr. Amos C Brown, the President of the San Francisco Branch of the NAACP and a revered civil rights activist , and Danny Glover, a renowned a ctor, producer, and activist. These community leaders have continued to pursue justice and fight tirelessly to advance civil rights, and their dedication is truly admirable.

I would also like to thank the NAACP for its commitment to justice and the prot ection of civil rights. Thanks for continuing to lead the fight to end racial inequality and for building a legacy of social justice.

Congratulations to these exceptional induc tees on their accomplishments. I t is a privilege to be celebrating with you. Thank you for all your continued efforts to advance civil justice.

Sincerely,

Jesse Gabriel Assemblymember, 46th District

Dear NAACP CA/HI Legacy Hall of Fame celebrants:

Warm congratulations on the 12 th annual Legacy Hall of Fame celebration honoring outstanding community leaders who have fought to advance Civil Rights.

This year’s honorees, Rev. Dr. Amos C. Brown and Danny Glover are national treasures, championing the rights and empowerment of African Americans and all people regardless of race, religion and sexual orientation.

Reverend Brown is a nationally and internationally known leader in the movement for civil rights. In addition to serving the Pastor of the 3rd Baptist Church in San Francisco for nearly 50 years, he serves as the President of the San Francisco Chapter of the NAACP.

Danny Glover, actor, producer and activist has been in the forefront of the civil rights and economic justice movement for decades. Of note, the Starr King School for the Ministry awarded him a Doctorate of Humane Letters specifically for his long history of activism, including support for the United Farm Workers, UNITE HERE, The Algebra Project, The Black AIDS Institute, as well as his humanitarian efforts on behalf of the Haiti earthquake victims, literacy, civil rights and his fight against unjust labor practices. California and the nation are a better place because of the work of the NAACP. Your advocacy of political, educational and economic equality and the elimination of racial prejudice serves as a role model for similar civil rights organizations.

You can count on me to stand with you. Thank you for your work and keeping up the fight for justice.

Sincerely,

Liz Ortega Assemblymember, 20th District

June 4, 2024

Dear Friends,

First of all, thank you to the NAACP for your unyielding tenacity and tireless work – we owe deep gratitude to each of you for leading the way to make this nation a more just and equal society for all.

And, on behalf of the California State Senate, we want to congratulate this year’s NAACP California Hawaii State Conference Legacy Hall of Fame inductees, Rev. Dr. Amos Brown and Danny Glover. Through different approaches, but with a common fire, these legends have dedicated their lives fighting for fairness, equality and justice.

With the continued leadership of the NAACP, and champions like Rev. Brown and Mr. Glover, the arc of the moral universe will keep bending in the right direction.

Congratulations again to this year’s Hall of Fame inductees and to the entire NAACP California Hawaii State Conference.

Warmest regards,

Mike McGuire Senate President Pro Tempore

DAVE CORTESE CALIFORNIA SENATE 15TH DISTRICT

Capitol Office

1021 O Street, Suite 6630

Sacramento, CA 95814

Phone: (916) 651-4015

Senator.cortese@senate.ca.gov www.sd15.senate.ca.gov

Congratulations to the California State Conference of the NAACP for hosting the 12th Annual Legacy Hall of Fame Ceremony.

I would also like to congratulate and commend the Legacy Hall of Fame inductees, Reverend Dr. Amos C. Brown for his many years of leadership in the civil rights movement and Danny Glover for his dedication to civil rights, economic ju stice and humanitarian efforts.

I want to express my deep appreciation to the members of the CA/HI State Conference NAACP for your dedication to civil rights activism and for supporting and mentoring civil rights leaders in our communities.

Sincerely,

Senator Dave Cortese, 15th District

June 10, 2024

Dear NAACP members & guests,

Welcome to the 12 th Annual Legacy Hall of Fame Ceremony!

As a representative in the California State Senate , I am proud to support the work of the NAACP Their mission to build Black political, social and economic power to end racial injustice is crucial and continues to be a priority for California and our Nation.

As you gather today for the Annual Legacy Hall of Fame Ceremony, I want to uplift and honor the legacy of the civil rights leaders that initiated the movement for liberation seeking justice and equality. Their legacy lives on and in California, we continue to fight to ensur e that political, educational, economic and social equality is at the forefront of our values.

Congratulations to the honorees, Reverend Amos Brown and Actor Danny Glover, for your fierce leadership and dedication to uplifting black voices and advancing civil rights activism. Your dedication is recognized and celebrated.

Thank you to the NAACP board members for your exemplary leadership in continuing to advocate for civil and political liberty and to the California Hawaii State Conference for your work in organizing this event.

I wish you an enjoyable evening and congratulations to the 2024 Hall of Fame inductees.

Sincerely,

MONIQUE LIMÓN

California State Senator, 19th District

June 10, 2024

Dear NAACP Members and Guests,

It is an honor to be given the opportunity to celebrate and congratulate these distinguished civil rights leaders for the 12th annual NAACP Legacy Hall of Fame Ceremony. As a woman of color, I deeply appreciate and respect the barrier breaking work the NAACP has done to uplift the Black community and communities of color as a whole.

My district, which encompasses the historic community of Pacoima, has a rich history of civil rights activism. It was home to community leaders Hillery and Rosa Broadous, who helped organize the San Fernando Valley branch of the NAACP. Their legacy continues on as we recognize those who dedicate their lives to the betterment of the Black community and the eradication of social injustices. Today, as you come together to celebrate the honorees for the Legacy Hall of Fame Ceremony, let's never forget the trailblazers that paved the way for the civil rights movement.

I would like to congratulate Actor Danny Glover and Reverend Amos Brown on their induction into the NAACP Legacy Hall of Fame in recognition of their lifelong achievements. Their dedication to uplifting the Black community is an inspiration to us all, whether we be community members, activists, or legislators. The enduring efforts of those who came before energizes the next generation as we carry on the fight for justice and equality.

In solidarity,

CAROLINE MENJIVAR, MSW, Senator 20th Senate District

June 10, 2024

Dear Friends,

It’s my great privilege to personally welcome you to the California Hawaii State Conference NAACP (CA/HI NAACP)’s 12th Annual Legacy Hall of Fame Ceremony

For more than a century, since its founding in 1909, the NAACP has established itself as the largest civil rights organization in the United States, with 72 branches and youth units operating in the state of California alone.

This festive annual celebration is a resounding affirmation of the CA/HI NAACP’s efforts to honor the outstanding community leaders who continue to fight tirelessly to advance civil rights, as well as a testament to the NAACP’s greater mission o f achieving equality, eliminating discrimination, and accelerating the well-being of Black people in the United States. By hosting this event, the CA/HI NAACP is bringing together NAACP members from across the states of California and Hawaii, corporate partners and supporters, underscoring the pivotal role that unity, collaboration, and solidarity play in creating a more equitable society for all.

The recognition of Rev. Dr. Amos C. Brown and Danny Glover as this year’s inductees into the Legacy Hall of Fame exemplifies the ongoing progress being made by community leaders in strengthening cultural bonds and civil rights advocacy throughout the state of California and across the nation. Over the course of their very distinguished careers, Rev. Dr. Amos C. Brown, a distinguished civil rights leader who studied under Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. who currently serves as President of the San Francisco Branch of the NAACP, and Danny Glover, a renowned actor and activist, born and raised in San Francisco and well-known for his vocal support of several humanitarian causes, have both demonstrated a passionate commitment to actualizing the NAACP’s organizational mission As the latest additions to the Hall of Fame, their contributions will now be fittingly memorialized and appropriately celebrated

On behalf of the California State Senate, I’m very pleased to be able to recognize the CA/HI NAACP’s commendable social justice efforts across our great state.

I very much look forward to our continued partnership and to celebrating many more milestones as the CA/HI NAACP continues its outreach and commitment to social justice and civil rights advancement.

Best wishes on this very joyous occasion,

Josh Newman Senator, 29th Senate District

June 3, 2024

I want to express my congratulations to both Rev. Dr. Amos C. Brown and Danny Glover for their respective work on civil rights, and their admission into the 2024 NAACP CA/HI State Conference Legacy Hall of Fame.

Trusted community members like Rev. Dr. Amos C. Brown and those with international renown like Danny Glover have the ability to amplify their voice when advocating for change, and also encourage others to do so. Everyone should feel empowered to speak truth to power when advocating for themselves and their communities.

Thank you, Rev. Dr. Amos C. Brown for your pivotal work on civil rights and your roles as President of the San Francisco Branch of NAACP.

Thank you, Danny Glover, for your commitment to civil rights, economic justice, and on the ground advocacy and support in the East Bay.

Sincerely,

Aisha Wahab California State Senate, 10th District

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NAACP CA/HI EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE MEMBERS

RICK L. CALLENDER, ESQ.

NAACP California Hawaii State Conference, President

NAACP CA/HI EXECUTIVE OFFICERS

REV. JETHROE MOORE II

ZEPHANII SMITH-EISENSTAT

DR. NAOMI RAINEY-PIERSON ERDMANN

CAROLYN VEAL-HUNTER

LAJUANA JOHNSON BIVENS

IDA JOHNSON

OLIVIA VERRETT

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2nd Vice President

3rd Vice President

Treasurer

Secretary/State Director

Assistant Secretary

2nd Assistant Secretary

NAACP CA/HI AREA DIRECTORS

ALLEN BROOKS

DARRELL GOODE

FREDDYE DAVIS

DR. SATIA AUSTIN

REGINA CRAWFORD

ODESSA LEFRANCOIS

Area Director, North

Area Director, Southwest

Area Director, West

Area Director, Southeast

Area Director, Central

Area Director, Coastal

NAACP CA/HI COMMITTEE CHAIRS & AT LARGE MEMBERS OF THE EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE

ANNA HOPKINS

SEDRICK SPENCER

LAWANDA LYONS PRUITT

SHUNNON THOMAS

BOBBY BIVENS

LAWANDA WESLEY

RACHAEL GIBSON

GAIL BAUTISTA

CLINTON BAILEY

D’ADREA DAVIE

MIKE DAVIS

ELIZABETH KAMYA

ELIHU HARRIS

CHERYL VINES

ANTWANISHA WILLIAMSON-BERLUS

JOONE KIM-LOPEZ

ALPHONSO BRAGGS

CYNTHIA ADAMS

PAMELA FERRAN

DAVE SMITH

RON HASSON

JAZZLYN RAINEY

Communications Chair (ex-officio)

Community Coordination Chair

Compliance Chair

Criminal Justice Chair

Economic Development Chair

Education Chair

Environmental Justice Chair

Events Chair

General Counsel

Housing Chair

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Founded in 1909 in response to violence against black people around the country, the NAACP (National Association for the Advancement of Colored People) is the largest and most pre-eminent civil rights organization in the nation. We have over 2,200 units and branches across the nation, and well over 2M activists. Our mission is to secure the political, educational, and economic equality of rights in order to eliminate racebased discrimination and ensure the health and well-being of all persons.

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