ALASKA BLACK CAUCUS

Authentic.Bold.Committed.

The Alaska Black Caucus (ABC) is a local nonprofit 501(c)(3) organization committed to advocating for the rights and well-being of Black Alaskans and other marginalized groups.

A message from our President and CEO:

President and CEO
Celeste Hodge Growden

Yes, we’ve successfully reestablished the premier non-partisan organization that was founded in the 1970s and had a vibrant three-decade run. The purpose of the Alaska Black Caucus (ABC), then and now, is to assert the Constitutional Rights of African Americans. We will achieve this by…

Community Partner

Actively involving the Caucus in the decision making processes in the community as a contributing partner with decision-makers and representative bodies affecting the lives and livelihoods of African Americans

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Information Provider

Making available accurate and timely information on relevant issues and areas of concern to POCs and their progressive supporters.

Advancement Supporter

Supporting and working in areas which help to advance the educational, cultural, political, and economic well-being of the African American community.

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Equity Champion

Creating awareness that the struggle to achieve total equality has not yet been achieved.

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Neighborhood Connector

Acting as a liaison and coordinating entity for the various POC interests within the community and State.

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Accountability Leader

Emphasizing the ever-increasing need for African Americans and POCs to make renewed attempts toward attaining these goals.

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Our Core Pillars

Economics

The Economic Committee focuses on implementing local initiatives and supporting programs aimed at preserving and enhancing economic empowerment for Black individuals and other communities
of color.

Health

The Health Committee is dedicated to promoting, protecting, and maintaining the health of Black Alaskans through advocacy, education, and research initiatives.

Education

The Education Committee is committed to ensuring that students, families, and parents of color in Alaska feel supported and safe within their educational environments.

Justice

The Justice Committee's objective is to evaluate, educate, and advocate for proposed legislation related to the criminal justice system and law enforcement.