NBJC Mourns the Stolen Life of Diamond Brigman
CONTACT: Jordan Wilhelmi | jordan@unbendablemedia.com HOUSTON, TX– The National Black Justice Coalition (NBJC) mourns the death of Diamond Brigman, a Black woman of transgender experience from Houston, Texas. She was shot multiple times and killed in a drive-by shooting on March 16, 2024. “I send my prayers, condolences, and commitment to push for justice to […]
NBJC Applauds 11th Circuit Deeming Florida’s ‘Stop Woke Act’ Unconstitutional
CONTACT: Jordan Wilhelmi | jordan@unbendablemedia.com FLORIDA – After the U.S. Court of Appeals for the 11th Circuit’s ruling that Florida’s “Stop Woke Act,” limiting diversity and race-based discussions in private workplaces, is unconstitutional, Dr. David J. Johns, CEO of the National Black Justice Coalition (NBJC), a leading Black LGBTQ+ civil rights organization, issued the following […]
NBJC Responds to Civil Rights Victory Reversing Some of the Harmful Measures of FL ‘Don’t Say Gay/Trans’ Law
CONTACT: Jordan Wilhelmi | jordan@unbendablemedia.com FLORIDA – After news that a settlement was reached between Florida education officials and civil rights attorneys who had challenged a state law that critics dubbed “Don’t Say Gay,” allowing students and teachers to discuss sexual orientation and gender identity in Florida classrooms, provided it’s not part of classroom instruction, […]
NBJC Commemorates National Women and Girls HIV/AIDS Awareness Day
CONTACT: Jordan Wilhelmi | jordan@unbendablemedia.com WASHINGTON – Today marks National Women and Girls HIV/AIDS Awareness Day (NWGHAAD), and in commemoration, Dr. David J. Johns, CEO of the National Black Justice Coalition (NBJC), a leading Black LGBTQ+ civil rights organization, issued the following statement: “National Women and Girls HIV/AIDS Awareness Day provides us with an opportunity […]
NBJC Condemns Ghana Parliament’s Criminalization of LGBTQ+ Activists
CONTACT: Jordan Wilhelmi | jordan@unbendablemedia.com WASHINGTON – Following reports that the Ghanaian Parliament passed a bill criminalizing individuals who promote, sponsor, or support LGBTQ+ activities, Dr. David J. Johns, CEO of the National Black Justice Coalition (NBJC), a leading Black LGBTQ+/same-gender loving civil rights organization, issued the following statement: “We condemn the recent advancement of […]
National Black Justice Coalition Commemorates National Black HIV/AIDS Awareness Day
CONTACT: Jordan Wilhelmi | jordan@unbendablemedia.com WASHINGTON – Today, February 7, marks National Black HIV/AIDS Awareness Day (NBHAAD). In commemoration, Dr. David J. Johns, CEO of the National Black Justice Coalition (NBJC), a leading Black LGBTQ+/same-gender loving (LGBTQ+/SGL) civil rights organization, issued the following statement: “National Black HIV/AIDS Awareness Day continues to serve as an opportunity […]
The National Black Justice Coalition Mourns the Stolen Life of Amber Minor
CONTACT: Jordan Wilhelmi | jordan@unbendablemedia.com KANSAS CITY, MO– The National Black Justice Coalition (NBJC) mourns the death of Amber Minor, a 40-year-old Black transgender woman. Amber was shot and killed on December 24, 2023, in Kansas City, Missouri. Amber’s loved ones said that she was fun-loving, loud, bright, funny, and loved to get dolled up. […]
National Black Justice Coalition Congratulates Colman Domingo on Oscar Nomination for Portrayal of Civil Rights Leader Bayard Rustin
CONTACT: Jordan Wilhelmi | jordan@unbendablemedia.com Call on USPS to Recognize March on Washington Architect with Black Heritage Stamp HOLLYWOOD – This morning, actor Colman Domingo received an Oscar nomination for his portrayal of civil rights icon and Black, same-gender loving man, Bayard Rustin, in the Netflix film, “Rustin.” Dr. David J. Johns, CEO of the […]
National Black Justice Coalition Announces Dr. David J. Johns as New CEO, Welcomes New Board of Directors
CONTACT: Jordan Wilhelmi | jordan@unbendablemedia.com Johns Will Continue as Executive Director While Assuming Expanded Role of Outgoing CEO and Board Chair Sharon J. Lettman-Hicks WASHINGTON – Today, the National Black Justice Coalition (NBJC), a leading national Black LGBTQ+/same-gender loving (SGL) civil rights organization, announced Dr. David J. Johns as its new chief executive officer, effective […]
The National Black Justice Coalition Mourns the Stolen Lives of Amiri Reid and Kejaun Richardson
CONTACT: Jordan Wilhelmi | jordan@unbendablemedia.com TOLEDO, OH– The National Black Justice Coalition (NBJC) mourns the deaths of Amiri Reid, a 21-year-old Black transgender woman, and Kejuan Richardson, a 21-year-old gender non-conforming Black man. Amiri and Kejaun were shot and killed on November 14, 2023, while driving around their hometown of Toledo, Ohio. The suspected shooter […]
National Black Justice Coalition Announces 2023 Benevolence Grants Supporting Black LGBTQ+ Youth
CONTACT: Jordan Wilhelmi | jordan@unbendablemedia.com Coinciding with Their 20th Anniversary, NBJC Will Donate to 29 Organizations WASHINGTON – Today, the National Black Justice Coalition (NBJC), a leading national Black LGBTQ+/Same-gender loving (SGL) civil rights organization, will commemorate its 20th anniversary by celebrating and supporting Black LGBTQ+ children, youth, and young adults and investing in 30 […]
The National Black Justice Coalition Mourns the Stolen Life of Shandon Floyd
CONTACT: Jordan Wilhelmi | jordan@unbendablemedia.com COLUMBIA, SC– The National Black Justice Coalition (NBJC) mourns the death of Shandon Floyd, a 20-year-old Black transgender woman. She was found dead in a car six days after she was reported missing in Columbia, South Carolina, on November 14, 2023. The police have not yet ruled this as a […]
National Black Justice Coalition Commemorates World AIDS Day, Calls on Congress to Immediately Reauthorize PEPFAR Funding
CONTACT: Jordan Wilhelmi | jordan@unbendablemedia.com WASHINGTON –In commemoration of this year’s World AIDS Day, Dr. David J. Johns, executive director of the National Black Justice Coalition (NBJC), a leading Black LGBTQ+ civil rights organization, issued the following statement: “On this solemn occasion of World AIDS Day, the National Black Justice Coalition (NBJC) pauses to honor […]
National Black Justice Coalition, United by Equity, Black Music Action Coalition Host Reps. Lee, Bush, Bowman, Raskin, and Sen. Cory Booker for Joint Congressional Racial Equity Briefing – From Reparations to the RAP ACT
NOV 29 at 11 AM EST: National Black Justice Coalition, United by Equity, Black Music Action Coalition Host Reps. Lee, Bush, Bowman, Raskin, and Sen. Cory Booker for Joint Congressional Racial Equity Briefing – From Reparations to the RAP ACT Members to Discuss Their Bipartisan Efforts to Address Historic and Institutional Racism, Advance Reparations Bills […]
National Black Justice Coalition Commends Supreme Court for Blocking Florida’s Anti-Drag Show Legislation
CONTACT: Jordan Wilhelmi | jordan@unbendablemedia.com FLORIDA –Following news the Supreme Court of the United States declaring that hate-fueled Florida law limiting drag shows in the state will remain blocked, Dr. David J. Johns, executive director of the National Black Justice Coalition (NBJC), a leading Black LGBTQ+/SGL (same gender loving) civil rights organization, issued the following […]
National Black Justice Coalition Denounces Texas Senate Bill 17 as a Dire Threat to LGBTQ+ Inclusion and Mental Health at Universities
CONTACT: Jordan Wilhelmi | jordan@unbendablemedia.com TEXAS –Following news about the compliance measures of the recently passed Texas Senate Bill 17, a regressive piece of legislation that imperils the diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives at public universities, particularly targeting university-run LGBTQ+ centers, Dr. David J. Johns, executive director of the National Black Justice Coalition (NBJC), a […]
Celebrate Bayard Rustin’s Legacy at the National Watch Party for the new film RUSTIN
CONTACT: Jordan Wilhelmi | jordan@unbendablemedia.com Sign up for the Teleparty held November 17th, at 7pm ET on Netflix WASHINGTON — Netflix has officially released the trailer for the highly anticipated civil rights-themed biopic, “RUSTIN,” chronicling the remarkable life of civil rights activist Bayard Rustin. The National Black Justice Coalition is celebrating the film with a […]
National Black Justice Coalition Celebrates Historic Wins for Black LGBTQ+/SGL Candidates in Tuesday’s Elections
CONTACT: Jordan Wilhelmi | jordan@unbendablemedia.com WASHINGTON –Following Tuesday’s elections, which saw nearly two dozen Black LGBTQ+/Same-gender loving candidates elected and many wins in the fight against anti-LGBTQ+ discrimination and censorship, Dr. David J. Johns, executive director of the National Black Justice Coalition (NBJC), a leading Black LGBTQ+/SGL (same-gender loving) civil rights organization, issued the following […]
National Black Justice Coalition Calls for United States Postal Service to Issue Black Heritage Stamp for Civil Rights Leader Bayard Rustin
CONTACT: Jordan Wilhelmi | jordan@unbendablemedia.com Black LGBTQ+ Group, Allies Renew Campaign to Recognize Civil Rights Architect Upon Release of Netflix Film ‘Rustin’ WASHINGTON – Today, the National Black Justice Coalition (NBJC), a leading national Black LGBTQ+/Same-gender loving (SGL) civil rights organization, sent a letter, signed by fellow LGBTQ+, racial, gender, religious, and social justice allies […]
The National Black Justice Coalition Mourns the Stolen Life of Lisa Love
CONTACT: Jordan Wilhelmi | jordan@unbendablemedia.com CHICAGO, IL– The National Black Justice Coalition (NBJC) mourns the death of Lisa Love, a 35-year-old Black transgender woman. She was shot and killed on October 17, 2023, while walking home from a friend’s house in Chicago, Illinois. Her family believes she was targeted because she was trans. Lisa’s family […]