Category Archives: General Interest

Success on ‘Ban the Box’ Initiative

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With the leadership of Supervisor Frank Principi and thhoughtful consideration of the Board of County Supervisors (BOCS), the PWC BOCS has unanimously passed a resolution to ban the felony conviction notification box on job applications for PWC jobs beginning on the 1st of November. This is the result of the effective advocacy of Pastor Keith Savage, Virginia Organizing, the League of Women Voters, other concerned citizens, and members of the PWC NAACP. Read the complete report from President Karl Brower.

Changing our Economy

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As previously stated on this site, the Prince William County Unit of the NAACP will focus on identifying the economic challenges and opportunities of the African American community in the County.  The initiative dubbed #ChangingOurEconomy is in full swing.  Economic Sustainability is listed as the first item in the NAACP 21st Century Game Changers which can be viewed by clicking here.  To review previous activities of the Prince William County unit, follow the links below to view information and presentations as follows:

Item # 1. A document presenting the Changing our Economy Agenda, strategy and approach to launching and completing this initiative.

Item #2:  Introduction and African American Employment metrics presentation on February 12, 2015.

Item #3:  A book review meeting agenda and proceedings on March 12, 2015.

Item #4:  A presentation on African American Business Ownership and where we spend our money on April 21, 2015.

Item #5: A presentation at the May 19, 2015 General Membership Meetingentitled “Partners in Improving the African American Economy”.

Item #6: The agenda and a presentation at the  June 16, 2015 General Membership Meeting on Homownership and Net Worth in Prince William County.

Leadership and Committee Membership Opportunities

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This Branch has identified several positions that need to be filled in order to accomplish its  objectives. Please click here to view  Standing Committees and chairmen.  You will find a display of the available  committee positions and opportunities.  If you have an interest in social justice or economic empowerment, there is a place for you to work with this Branch. If you are interested in a stronger voice for equality, there is a place for you to serve this Branch. The effectiveness of the Branch depends on support from you– the community. Please considering joining this critical organization and serving on one or more of these essential committees.