NBJC Condemns SCOTUS Decision to Uphold Tennessee’s Ban on Gender-Affirming Care for Transgender Youth
CONTACT: Jordan Wilhelmi | jordan@unbendablemedia.com WASHINGTON — Dr. David J. Johns, CEO and Executive Director of the National Black Justice Collective (NBJC), issued the following statement in response to the Supreme Court’s decision to uphold Tennessee’s ban on gender-affirming care for transgender youth: “The Supreme Court’s decision today is a devastating reminder that those currently […]
Equity Commemorative Gathering & Ceremonial Walk to Cap National Equity Week 2025 with Powerful Activation Demanding Racial Justice, Reparations, and Bold Legislative Action
CONTACT: Jordan Wilhelmi | jordan@unbendablemedia.com Equity Week Events from June 11–14 Mobilize Black Communities, Advocates, and Lawmakers in Washington, D.C. WASHINGTON—From Wednesday, June 11 to Saturday, June 14, the National Black Justice Collective (NBJC), alongside United by Equity, Black Music Action Coalition, and a broad coalition of civil rights organizations, Black entrepreneurs, ballroom houses, faith […]
NBJC Mourns the Stolen Life of Shy’Parius Dupree
CONTACT: Jordan Wilhelmi | jordan@unbendablemedia.com MEMPHIS– The National Black Justice Collective (NBJC) mourns the death of Shy’Parius Dupree, a 32-year-old Black transgender man. Dupree was fatally shot on May 18, 2025, in Memphis, Tennessee. Shy’Parius was a loving husband and father who recently celebrated his third wedding anniversary and his daughter’s 12th birthday. He worked […]
NBJC Responds to Governor Wes Moore’s Veto of Maryland Reparations Commission Bill
CONTACT: Jordan Wilhelmi | jordan@unbendablemedia.com ‘This veto represents a painful rejection of the communities that made his historic election possible,’ says NBJC CEO WASHINGTON –Dr. David J. Johns, CEO and Executive Director of the National Black Justice Collective (NBJC), issued the following statement in response to Maryland Governor Wes Moore’s decision to veto legislation that […]
National Black Justice Collective, AARP Honors Legendary Black LBTQ+ Women Elders With Award Ceremony
CONTACT: Jordan Wilhelmi | jordan@unbendablemedia.com Audre Lorde Wisdom Awards to Celebrate Accomplishments and Experiences of Trailblazing Black LBTQ+/SGL Women WASHINGTON – On Friday, May 16th, at 1:00 PM EST, the National Black Justice Collective (NBJC) will virtually host the fifth annual Audre Lorde Wisdom Awards, honoring the late icon and writer, and commemorating National LGBTQ+ […]