The Jackson Advocate is proud to announce the launch of our new segment, Community Voices. This initiative is dedicated to amplifying the perspectives of our community’s leaders, visionaries, and advocates. In our first episode we sat down with Bishop Ronnie Crudup from New Horizon Church. Bishop Crudup shared his thoughts on a myriad topics including his church transitioning to one worship service, what does unity look like in Jackson and his post election thoughts.
Stay tuned for more powerful stories and thought-provoking discussions, only from the Jackson Advocate.
HIV: Then And Now — The Power of Innovation symposium
On Oct. 26th, HIV: Then And Now — The Power of Innovation symposium was held on the campus of Tougaloo College. Journalists and other stakeholders were able to listen to survivors, health care professionals and community leaders on the plight of those affected with this life altering virus. Though medical advances have been made over the past three decades, there remain problem areas in addressing the uptick in HIV rates throughout the South, including a disconnect between the church and safe sex practices. Dr. Sandra Carr Melvin from Jackson shared her thoughts on the importance of faith based leaders getting more involved in reducing the stigma associated with HIV.
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HIV Then and Now: Jackson
The Power of Innovation
October 26, 2024 - Tougaloo College
9 a.m. - 1 p.m.
Chicago’s Union Park is the gathering place for peaceful protests calling for an end to U.S. funding of Israel’s war against Palestinians.
Milwaukee police have referred felony murder charges against four people involved in the death of D’Vontaye Mitchell, who died outside of a downtown Milwaukee hotel last month. But according to the Milwaukee County District Attorney’s office, a charging decision may not come for weeks. Speaking is the attorney of the family William Sulton and the wife of the deceased DeAsia Harmon.
Today on the steps of Saint Andrew’s Cathedral in downtown Jackson, a press conference was held to notify the public of the disappearance of a beloved community member, Dau Mabil. Dau’s wife and brother, along with Sal and Mookie’s owner Jeff Good, are urging the public to come forward with any information they might have on Dau’s whereabouts. Karissa, his wife, can be seen here pleading for help.
On Mar. 26th, Black Voters Matter held its annual BVM Day at the Capitol, as a part of its “We Fight Back” campaign. BVM Day at the Capitol is an opportunity to engage with legislators and receive updates and information from a variety of presenters on three key issues that BVM and its partners are organizing around this year including the state takeover of the Jackson Water Authority, Medicaid expansion, and voting rights. On the steps of the State Capital, State Representative John Hines shared his thoughts on the state’s perceived takeover with Senate Bill 2628.
Today, the Mississippi State Conference NAACP held its annual Advocacy Day at the State Capitol, bringing together community leaders, activists, and passionate individuals advocating for racial justice and equality. The event addressed critical legislative priorities and issues affecting members, communities of color, and other underrepresented populations.
Today at the State Capitol, the Mississippi’s Poor People’s Campaign held a press conference to announce their local mobilization plans for the upcoming election. Danyelle Holmes, Social Justice Organizer for MS Poor People’s Campaign, shared her thoughts on the importance of today’s rally.
On Feb. 5th, The Mississippi Delta Broadband Equity Coalition, held a press conference on the Southside steps of the Mississippi State Capitol to address concerns about the state's Broadband Expansion and Access for Everyone (BEAM) initiative. MS has received an unprecedented $1.2 billon grant from the NTIA to expand high quality and affordable broadband to unserved and underserved communities in the state. Senator John Horhn and State Representative Otis Anthony shared their thoughts on the matter.
On Jan. 22nd, Hinds County District Attorney Jody Owens released his office’s annual report. Although indictments are up and violent crime is down, Owens says he will continue to ask the legislature for more resources which will include more attorneys and judges in permanent positions. 2023 also saw a record high in its expungement, pre-trial intervention, and drug court program numbers, which Owens says he hopes to see increase by this time next year.
On January 4th, MAE and Raise Mississippi supporters stood together on the Capitol Green to emphasize the importance of a stronger statewide public school system; ensuring students of today will become the skilled workforce of tomorrow and remain lifelong Mississippians. Businessman LeRoy Walker and Senator Derrick Simmons shared their stances on the matter.
