From April 8-11, we gathered for four impactful days at the National Action Network’s 2026 Convention in New York City, bringing together leaders, advocates, clergy, and community voices from across the country. From the Keepers of the Dream Awards, the Women’s Empowerment Luncheon, and the Reverend Dr. William Augustus Jones Ministers’ Luncheon, to the Youth and College Day Job Fair, the ARTIVISM Fashion & Talent Showcase, the NAN Documentary, and critical conversations on voting rights, economic justice, and protecting our future, this gathering reflected the full scope of who we are and the work ahead. If you missed it, or want to experience it again, you can watch the full convention on National Action Network’s YouTube/Facebook. Visit nationalactionnetwork.net for photo highlights and for information on how to join NAN in your state. 🎥: @supremecreativeagency #NANCONV2026

It was a pleasure to talk about The Student Debt Crisis on the radio yesterday with @therevcw. Thanks for having me.

NAN Michigan Chair Rev. Charles Williams ll is live guest hosting Keepin’ it Real w/ Al Sharpton today while Rev. Sharpton is in Chicago for the beginning of Rev. Jesse Jackson’s homegoing observances. 📻 Tune in 1-4pm ET on local stations & SiriusXM 126 🎧woldcnews.com/listen-live/ 📞 Call in & join the conversation, 8775325797

It’s Exhale Friday on Keepin’ It Real with Al Sharpton. I’m live from Palm Beach, FL, breaking down the top issues of the day from 1–4 PM ET. My eldest daughter, Dominique Sharpton, NAN Director of Membership/Special Events is co-hosting with me from NYC, and NAN Michigan Chair/Director Rev. Charles Williams II will be joining to co-host from Detroit in the next hour. 📻 Tune in on local stations and SiriusXM Channel 126 💻 Watch the livestream on NAN’s YouTube and Facebook youtube.com/live/H1nQwVBrz6c… 📞 Call in and join the conversation: 877-532-5797

Hep B, MMR, flu & COVID vaccine rates are falling & misinformation widespread. centering Black women’s voices has never been more urgent. Check out my study: rdcu.be/eTlDM #BlackMamasMatter #HealthEquity #PublicHealth #COVID19 #HepatitisB #FluShot #ChildHealth #Detroit

Today we celebrate a lion for justice, my little brother in the movement, Rev. Charles E. Williams II. From the days he stood beside me as a young firebrand committed to change to now leading the Michigan chapter of the National Action Network and pastoring the historic King Solomon Baptist Church, Charles has grown into one of our movement’s strongest voices within NAN and a necessary voice across the broader fight for civil rights. On his birthday, we give thanks for his faith, courage, and unrelenting commitment to justice, equality, and service to the people. May God continue to bless him, his beautiful family, and his ministry. Happy birthday Rev. Williams. Keep shining, keep marching, keep fighting.

Happy Birthday to our NAN Michigan Chapter Chair and Midwest Regional Director, Rev. Charles E Williams II @therevcw

Black churches that are located in struggling communities like #detroit can thrive when involved in organizations like. @NationalAction Check out my latest published study mdpi.com/2077-1444/16/9/1182 @PRBA_ISR

On Thursday, August 28, the 62nd anniversary of the March on Washington, we moved the fight for justice to Wall Street. Thousands from across the country marched with us to send a clear message to those in power: you can raise prices, bankroll politicians, and roll back DEI, but you cannot silence the people. Brandon Wolf of the Lawyers’ Committee for Civil Rights and Rev. Charles Williams, NAN Michigan State President, reminded us that power belongs to We the People, and we will not stop organizing, marching, and demanding equity in the boardroom, the classroom, and the ballot box. This was not just a march; it was a call to action. We will keep building power until justice is reality for all. 🔗NationalActionNetwork.net #MarchOnWallStreet #EconomicJustice #DEIMatters #PeopleOverProfit #EquityNow

Former @PRBA_ISR student and @TheMCUAAAR scientist Christina Cross @christinajcross gave a great presentation at @umisr on Monday (with @AYoungJr & RJTaylor) @RCGD_ISR @therevcw @ChristyLErving @CCollinsPhD @RyonCobb @RCMARCC @SandyDarity @KBulloc2 @doc_thoughts @KarenDLincoln

We are pleased to announce that Alford Young, Jr. @umichLSA @UMich has been elected the 2026-2027 ASA President, and Jessica Calarco @UWSoc @UWMadison has been elected Vice President. Read full election results: bit.ly/3mFBhFz.

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Thank God for Jesus.

Good afternoon this August 1st. So much is going on. Listening to @therevcw on Keeping It Real with #RevAlSharpton. 📻 #WURD #thursdayvibes #August1 #August #Thursday #KamalaHarris2024 #Presidentialelection #PoliticsToday #Politics

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Article featuring former @TheMCUAAAR @PRBA_ISR scientist Robert Turner @robertturnerphd and his father. @beyoung40 @ManlyEpic @T_Hamler @RCGD_ISR @therevcw @CharlesSenteio @SandyDarity @DarrickHamilton @DrDHud @ChristyLErving @christinajcross @rianaelyse @BethAngell9 @ProfessorTD

Should Joe Biden Really Be Worried About Black Voters? huffpost.com/entry/black-vot…

Here reminding @SecGranholm before we had #biggretch @gretchenwhitmer we had #jennyfromtheblock Great work today @KamalaHarris I’m glad to know that energy will play a role in bolstering small business gains & provide economic stimulus for #detroit @NationalAction #economictour