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Houston NAACP Celebrates Its 100th Year by Giving “100 Homes for Christmas”

The Houston chapter of the NAACP turns 100 this year. As part of the celebration, the chapter is launching a program with the goal of providing 100 African-American families their own piece of the American dream: home ownership.

Houston Deltas Celebrate 90 Years of Service

Affair honors outstanding community legends and leaders on Sunday, April 23, 2017

This year, the Houston Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. commemorates 90 years of continuous community service.

Advocates Push to Pardon 110 Black Soldiers Guilty in 1917 Houston Riots

The South Texas College of Law Houston, the local NAACP chapter, advocates and supporters plan to push for the pardon of 110 Black soldiers convicted of mutiny and rioting at Camp Logan in 1917, the Houston Chronicle reported. The soldiers were hanged, executed or sentenced to life in prison after being found guilty in the 1917 riots, which occurred after months of racial tensions toward the all-Black Third Battalion of the United States Army’s 24th Infantry Regiment.

Texas Southern Honor Student Receives Executive Leadership Council Scholarship

Anthony Collier has been announced as a recipient of the Executive Leadership Council’s (ELC) 2017 Alvaro L. Martins Scholarship. Collier, a senior honors student from Manor, Texas, has a double major in History and Political Science. ELC is the preeminent member organization for the development of global black leaders. Its scholarship programs build a pipeline of black corporate talent by supporting the academic achievement and development of black undergraduate and graduate students.

Darnell Joseph: Charting a Progressive Path as President of Houston's Esteemed 100 Black Men Chapter

In an inspiring stride towards continued community empowerment, the 100 Black Men of the Metropolitan Houston Chapter heralds the inauguration of Darnell Joseph as its Chapter President. With a venerable 30-year tenure of service, marked notably by his status as a founding member and his previous influential terms as President and Chairman, Joseph returns to leadership, poised to steer the chapter towards new heights of achievement and advocacy.

Delta Sigma Theta, Harris County DA’s Office Host #NotMeToo Seminar

HOUSTON AWARENESS + ACTION = SOCIAL CHANGE

The Bay Area Houston Alumnae (BAHA) Chapter of Delta Sigma Sorority, Inc., in partnership with the Harris County District Attorney Office Sex Crimes Division presents: #Not ME TOO, A Conversation Between Sisters, Women, and Friends!

Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority Launches Service Projects As It Prepares for Biennial Conference in Houston, July 6-12, 2018

As part of its international program theme, “Launching New Dimensions of Service,” Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated® will sponsor “29 Moments of Service” worldwide, ahead of its biennial conference in Houston where more than 25,000 members are expected to converge this summer.

4 NASA African American Women Leaders honored at Delta Sigma Theta Sorority’s 17th Annual Jazz Soirée

The Houston Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. with One Delta Plaza Educational Center (ODPEC) honored four NASA African American women leaders at the 17th Annual Jazz Soirée Scholarship Fundraiser on Sunday, Dec. 2, 2018 at the Hilton Americas-Houston Hotel in downtown Houston.

A Check Up For NAACP President Derrick Johnson

We understand that Mr. Johnson, as President of the National Association for the Advancement of Colored People (NAACP), serves at the pleasure of the National Board that appointed him. But we also understand that this national association is, and always has been, as strong as its members. The members are hardworking volunteers who have replicated themselves in service for more than 100 years. Within each Chapter or Branch, people have been elected to serve as presidents of those units because of the faith in their service and leadership.

Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated Charters New Chapter to Serve Lake Houston Community

Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated® made history today when it chartered its seventh four letter graduate chapter, Alpha Alpha Kappa Omega, in Houston, Texas.

Former TSU Regent Selected to Serve as Interim Dean of Thurgood Marshall School of Law

Texas Southern University has announced that former Texas Southern University Regent Gary Bledsoe will assume the role of interim dean at the Thurgood Marshall School of Law. Bledsoe will lead the law school through its American Bar Association compliance requirements. Bledsoe will assume his new position November 1.

Houston Area Chapters of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. Partner to Paint the Town RED

In a Delta Day of Service Joint Founders Day

Houston, TX- On the shoulders of twenty-two collegiate women who, on the campus of Howard University, dared to live beyond limits, eight local chapters of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. will commemorate their legacy on January 13, 2018. It’s a rich history that continues to honor a commitment to sisterhood, scholarship, and service.

New COVID Variant Found in Houston Resident, Fourth Such Case in U.S.

THE VARIANT FIRST EMERGED TWO WEEKS AGO AND HAS SINCE BEEN DETECTED IN SEVERAL COUNTRIES, INCLUDING DENMARK, ISRAEL AND THE UNITED STATES.

A Houston resident has become the fourth person in the country to test positive for the new BA 286 COVID-19 variant. However, experts say, that while the new variant has gotten a lot of attention, it's unlikely it will have more impact than other current COVID-19 variants.

NAACP Condemns Honoring Confederate Statutes

My heart dropped when I learned that a statute celebrating all the soldiers who fought for the Confederate Army would be moved from the Sam Houston Park to the Houston Museum of African American Culture (HMAAC). This is a statute that was erected in 1908 by the Robert E. Lee Chapter #186 of the United Daughters of the Confederacy. This statue was erected for the purpose of honoring those who fought to keep my forefathers in slavery. In fact, it is inscribed with the following language “to all heroes of the South who fought for the principles of states rights”. The states’ rights they fought to defend were the rights of each of the states to decide for themselves to maintain the system of enslaving African American people.

Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Incorporated Installs 25th International President, Valerie Hollingsworth-Baker During Grand Boulé In New Orleans

Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Incorporated, a 98-year-old international women's service organization, held its Grand Boulé in New Orleans from July 18 – 22, 2018 with the purpose of bringing members together for business meetings, fellowship, community service, and rededication to its founding principles of Scholarship, Service, Sisterhood, and Finer Womanhood. During the Grand Boulé, Valerie Hollingsworth-Baker, Zeta's immediate past International First Vice President, was elected to International President, and will lead the organization into its centennial year in 2020.

Bridging the Gap: Between Advocacy and Education a Panel Discussion Hosted with Independent School Districts in Houston and North Harris County

Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc. Omicron Tau Omega Chapter hosted Bridging the Gap: Bridging the Gap: Launching New Dimensions of Education and Advocacy a panel discussion with Independent School Districts in Houston and North Harris County Tuesday, May 23, 2017, 6:00pm-7:30pm at MO Campbell Center Educational Center.

Public Input Needed: Approved Changes to Chapter 19, and Proposed Changes to Design Standards, Chapters 9 and 13

City Council Member Dave Martin is requesting residents participate in providing public input on the approved changes to Chapter 19, and the proposed changes to Design Standards, Chapters 9 and 13, of the City's Code of Ordinances. The City of Houston is looking for ways to reduce the risk of flood loss for future development and redevelopment which requires revisions to Chapters 9, 13, and 19. As District E will be impacted by new regulations, participation from residents is highly encouraged.

NAACP Opens Support Command Center (DSCC) in Houston

Interim President Johnson on-hand to tour hurricane ravaged region

"Disaster does not discriminate. Therefore, for us to be as effective as possible in providing aid and support, we need to realize the different struggles that have come about as a result of this natural disaster,” Johnson said.

NAACP Set to Launch Youth Initiative on Black Economic Power in Houston

In efforts to engage Black youth in programming that promotes financial literacy, entrepreneurship, and innovation, The NAACP is launching a 3-day Youth Council Idea Lab in three cities: Aurora, IL; Jacksonville, FL; and Houston, TX. The purpose of this Idea Lab is to help our young members begin to think critically about moving beyond consumerism and producing goods/services that impact their communities. At the end of this 3-day program, participants will create, innovate, and wield their Black Economic Power!

Governor Abbott Meets With Danish Ambassador to the United States Lars Lose

Governor Greg Abbott today welcomed Danish Ambassador to the United States Lars Lose to Austin, as the two leaders spoke of increasing economic collaboration between Denmark and Texas. A readout of the meeting can be found below.

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