We are honored to invite you to the NAACP Virginia State Conference’s 90th Annual Convention, taking place Friday, October 24 to Sunday, October 26, 2025. Guided by the theme “90 Years of Advocacy: Honoring Our Past, Shaping Our Future,” this milestone gathering will feature two powerful events that uplift our mission, amplify our voices, and celebrate the enduring impact of our collective work. As we approach the upcoming elections, this convening will serve as a vital “report card” on the Youngkin Administration’s policies and their impact on Black Virginians. We will examine key issues including:

• Health disparities
• Educational access
• Environmental equity
• DEIA (Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Accessibility)
• Voting rights
• Housing and food insecurity....and more.

Join leading voices in advocacy, policy, and community organizing as we assess current challenges and chart a path forward. Featured Panelists:

• Karen Finney, CNN Political Commentator & Senior Strategist
• Eric Claville, Norfolk State University Executive VP for Governmental Relations
• Senator Lashrecse Aird, Virginia General Assembly
• The Honorable Deanna Reed, Mayor of Harrisonburg
• Rev. Dr. LaKeisha Cook, Virginia Interfaith Center for Public Policy
• Elijah Lee, Youth Activist & National Advocate for Children
• Sheba Williams, Executive Director, Nolefturns