WASHINGTON, June 27,
2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Jack and Jill of America,
Incorporated, the most prominent African American family
organization, is pleased to announce its 46th National
Convention, July 23 through July 28,
in Minneapolis, Minnesota. The
theme is "Celebrating A Masterpiece of Life, Love, Leadership,
& Legacy."
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Jack and Jill of America, Inc. holds biennial
national conventions. The 2024 National Convention will present
signature events, honor Jack and Jill's notable alumni, and provide
engaging opportunities with the organization's partners. Key events
include a teen leadership summit, community health fair, national
legislative luncheon, programming luncheon, sports-themed family
night, special closing gala, and pre-national convention
memorial luncheon – "Advocating For Justice, Inspiring Change:
Remembering the Legacy of George
Floyd." Civil rights activist and attorney Benjamin Crump will be the memorial luncheon
keynote speaker. "Your Health, Your Legacy – A Health Fair
Empowering You To Make A Difference" is open to the public and will
be held at the Minneapolis
Convention Center on Tuesday, July
23, 12:30 PM/CDT to 3:00
PM/CDT.
Featured 46th National Convention entertainers and
special guests include iconic drummer and percussionist Shelia E.,
DJ Vince Adams, pioneering music group Bell
Biv DeVoe, musicians Gritz and Jelly Butter, gospel
recording artist Tramaine Hawkins,
and actor Jay Ellis.
"We are so very grateful for this opportunity to bring our Jack
and Jill Families together for our 46th National
Convention in Minneapolis,
Minnesota," said National President Kornisha McGill Brown.
"This convention promises to be a memorable gathering where we will
celebrate our rich history, strengthen our bonds, and chart a
course for the future of our organization."
For additional details, please see the comprehensive
46th National Convention press release.
ABOUT JACK AND JILL OF AMERICA, INC.
Jack and Jill of America, Inc. was founded in 1938 to
nurture future African American leaders by stimulating the growth
and development of children through educational, cultural, civic,
recreational, health and social programs inspired by mothers.
Through its 262 chapters organized in seven regions across
the United States, Jack and
Jill is considered the largest African American family organization
in the nation representing 70,000 family members which includes,
mother members, fathers, and children ages two through 19. For
more information about Jack and Jill of America, Inc. please visit
jackandjillinc.org or
@jackandjillinc on Facebook, Instagram, X, TikTok,
or LinkedIn: Jack and Jill of America, Inc.
Media Contact:
Candace Moore
cmoore@jack-and-jill.org
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