In keeping with our commitment to this mission, the Beloved Community Center is proud to participate for the second time in the National Day of Racial Healing, an annual observance inspired by the W.K. Kellogg Foundation (WKKF). This day, which occurs the Tuesday following Martin Luther King Jr. Day provides a time for contemplation on
NC Senate Bill 382 proposes Massive Changes overturning the will of the people. Proposed Changes Stripping the Governor of appointment powers, transferring election oversight to the State Auditor, a partisan official. Reduces time to fix ballot issues from 9 days to 3 days. Shortens the deadline to request mail-in ballots by one week Removes powers from
From The Long March to the Polls, then the Summit Is your voting Plan finalized? North Carolina allows any voter to request a ballot by mail. Don't forget you can register in person during early voting: Oct 17 - Nov 2. You can also vote in person in North Carolina during early voting and Election
Thank you for taking the time to walk with us at the NC TJRC Summit '24 and contribute to the collective strategic vision we are building. We are grateful for your support and look forward to continuing this journey together. About Event | "Power in Movement" The NCTJRC Summit returns for its third year, we
IN MEMORIAM - The Beloved Community Center Mourns the Loss of Board Member Willie Mason Jones, Jr. It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of our cherished board member, Willie Mason Jones, Jr., who was laid to rest on Tuesday, June 18, 2024. Willie, born on May 22, 1952, in Richmond, VA,
Intent To build a community of trust and collaboration among social justice, civic engagement, and other liberation seeking organizations, individuals, and institutions that recognize the severity of the moment and understand the need for a cohesive, coordinated strategy to seize upon this short window of opportunity to change the current divisive trajectory of our state.
Photo by Tomeka Sinclair | The Laurinburg Exchange Thank you to everyone who participated and helped make THE LONG MARCH FOR UNITY & JUSTICE a success. Your dedication, voice, and participation have made a real impact. Together, we've taken important steps toward unity and positive change, and we couldn't have done it without
Beloved Community Center's Co-Executive Directors, Rev. Nelson Johnson, and Joyce Hobson Johnson spoke in support of POOR & MARGINALIZED NORTH CAROLINIANS at the “Moral March on Raleigh and to the Polls” with the North Carolina Poor People’s Campaign on Saturday, March 2. Over 5,000 gathered outside the General Assembly, representing the diversity of streamlets that
BCC Co-Executive Directors, Rev. Nelson Johnson and Mrs. Joyce Hobson Johnson are featured in Essence's latest Jan/Feb BLACK LOVE issue. From their roots in the Civil Rights Movement to surviving challenges, their enduring bond is a beacon of love, justice, and inspiration. The interview was coordinated in Oct '23 and written by Dominique Fluker, with
SEAN RAYFORD/GETTY IMAGES) We here at the Beloved Community Center are deeply saddened and heartbroken by the horrific shooting that took place in Jacksonville, Florida last month. Our prayers and condolences go out to their grieving families, and to the entire city and community as they continue seeking answers and healing in the aftermath
