LOSS OF AN ALBEMARLE NAACP BRANCH FOOTSOLDIER

ALBEMARLE-CHARLOTTESVILLE 7057B

1/2/2025

Members;

It is with sincere sorrow that over the holidays we received news of the passing of the

Reverend Dr. Virgil H. Wood.

In the history books of the Albemarle NAACP Chapter, Dr. Wood was very instrumental in the organization of the Albemarle NAACP chapter. The chapter was formed as the result of a traffic death in Albemarle County.

Our sincere condolences are extended to Mrs. Lillian Wood and family.

We will pay respects to Dr. Wood pending more details of his final rites.

Many thanks to Life Member Ruby Stradford Boston for making us aware of the loss of our fallen Foot Soldier!

Janette Boyd Martin, President

Albemarle-Charlottesville NAACP

History of Albemarle County Branch OF THE NAACP

In the early 1950’s Lewis Carter, a black World War II veteran was hit and killed by a white man in a speeding car on a small town road in Western Albemarle County. The citizens of Crozet felt that the local courts and law enforcement officials did not treat the matter seriously enough. A group of black people met to take action, including Fields Wood, Marvin Washington, Marion Wood, and Virgil Wood as well as members of several churches in the Yancey Mills, Crozet, and Greenwood communities. They contacted Oliver Hill and Spotswood Robinson of the Richmond law firm, Hill & Robinson. The family of Lewis Carter eventually won a settlement of the case. From this group, the Albemarle County Branch Chapter of the NAACP was formed. A charter was obtained on December 14, 1953, making this branch one of the oldest branches in the state of Virginia.

BRANCH MEETING – NOVEMBER 11

On Monday, November 11, 2024, we will be hosting a discussion on the increasing numbers of gun violence occurrences in both our city and county. Participating in the discussion will be:

Albemarle County Police Chief – Sean Reeves

Charlottesville City Police Chief – Michael Kochis

Albemarle County Commonwealth Attorney – James Hingeley

Charlottesville Commonwealth Attorney – Joe Platania

The meeting will be held via ZOOM and will begin at 6:30. Th public is invited to attend:

Albemarle-Charlottesville NAACP is inviting you to a scheduled Zoom meeting.

Topic: Albemarle-Charlottesville NAACP – NAACP’s Zoom Meeting – NOVEMBER BRANCH
Time: Nov 11, 2024 06:00 PM Eastern Time (US and Canada)

Join Zoom Meeting
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Meeting ID: 893 2168 6582
Passcode: 600928

Time will be allotted for questions/comments.

2024 FREEDOM FUND BANQUET

Albemarle-Charlottesville Branch

2024 Freedom Fund Banquet

FOR DEMOCRACY!

FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 6, 2024

7PM – 10PM

OMNI CHARLOTTESVILLE HOTEL

212 RIDGE McINTIRE ROAD CHARLOTTESVILLE, VA 22903

On Friday, September 6, 2024,  the Albemarle-Charlottesville Branch of the NAACP will host its Freedom Fund Banquet at the OMNI CHARLOTTESVILLE HOTEL, located at 212 RIDGE MINTIRE ROAD, CHARLOTTESIVLLE, VA 22903.  The evening will begin at 7:00 pm, with dinner being  served at 7:30 pm. Our keynote speaker for the evening will be Virginia State Senator L. Louise Lucas.

The Freedom Fund Banquet is the major fundraising event for all branches of the NAACP! Your contributions allow us to offer valuable workshops, scholarships, and activities for both our youth and adult membership as well as for the larger community that we serve. Your generosity also makes it possible for our branch to have representation at state, regional, and national conferences where members receive valuable information and training that promote civil rights and justice for all.

Individual tickets – $80                     Table of Eight – $600

Please call: (434) 220-1493 or email naacp1947@gmail.com for further information or for ticket/table purchase. Tickets may also be purchased on EVENTBRITE – 2024 Albemarle-Charlottesville Freedom Fund Banquet

BUS TRIP TO THE ROBERT RUSSA MOTON MUSEUM

JOIN US!!!

ALBEMARLE-CHARLOTTESVILLE BRANCH
naacp1947@gmail.com

CIVIL RIGHTS TOUR

OF THE

Robert Russa Moton Museum

FARMVILLE, VA

SATURDAY JULY 13, 2024

TICKETS:
16 AND UNDER – $10    ADULTS – $25

PLEASE RESPOND & RESERVE YOUR SEAT BY JULY 9, 2024

EMAIL:  naacp1947@gmail.com

CALL:  (434) 220-1493

Bus will depart: 10 am from BURLEY MIDDLE SCHOOL – 901 ROSE HILL DRIVE
Arrival back in Charlottesville by 4:00 – BURLEY MIDDLE SCHOOL – 901 ROSE HILL DRIVE Snacks and boxed goodies will be provided.      

VISIT THE MOTON MUSEUM SITE TO LEARN MORE ABOUT ITS HISTORY: https://motonmuseum.org

                                           

ALBEMARLE-CHARLOTTESVILLE NAACP POLITICAL ACTION COMMITTEE

The Albemarle-Charlottesville NAACP PAC will host a Candidates’ Forum on MONDAY, MAY 13, 2024. The event will be a ZOOM presentation, and will begin at 7:00 pm. The forum is open to the public,

Because time will be limited, if you have specific questions to ask, please email them to naacp1947@gmail before the time of the forum. FOLLOWING IS THE LINK TO JOIN:

Join Zoom Meeting
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Meeting ID: 813 5098 7389
Passcode: 303012

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CHARLOTTESVILLE, VA FIRE DEPARTMENT ANNOUNCEMENT


FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
March 7, 2024

Battalion Chief Lance Blakey Accepted Into IAFC Diversity Executive Leadership Program


CHARLOTTESVILLE, VA – The International Association of Fire Chiefs (IAFC) president, John Butler, announced the individuals who have been accepted into the IAFC Diversity Executive Leadership Program.

Charlottesville Fire Department’s Battalion Chief, Lance Blakey, was 1 of 15 selected nationwide for the highly selective program. Chief Blakey, the first African American Battalion Chief in CFD’s 166-year history, was promoted in 2022. His commitment to his community and ability to drive positive change played a pivotal role in his selection.

The iDELP program created by the IAFC in 2016 cultivates current and future leaders from under-represented groups using networking, professional development guidance, and involvement in strategic opportunities to elevate inclusiveness within the IAFC. Under President Butler’s leadership, the iDELP program has expanded to include formal learning objectives that focus on the challenges and impacts faced by leaders and fire service organizations as they relate to Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging (DEIB).

During the 18-month cohort, iDELP fellows will learn from subject matter experts, develop solutions to current and emerging issues, and share those initiatives with the fire and emergency services community.

The iDELP program is one of the premier fire and emergency services DEIB educational programs offered. Focused on preparing individuals to be successful DEIB-thought leaders and solutions catalysts, this unique program is one of many ways that the IAFC is molding the fire and emergency service leaders of tomorrow.

Lance Blakey Alternate Headshot

Media Contact
Kyle Ervin
Public Safety Information Officer
City of Charlottesville
ervinkl@charlottesville.gov
(434)326-3043

ALBEMARLE-CHARLOTTESVILLE NAACP CELEBRATES FOUNDERS’ DAY

Founded on February 12th in 1909, the  NAACP will be 115 years old on the 12th of FEBRUARY – and remains very relevant in today’s troubling  times.

The Albemarle-Charlottesville Branch of the NAACP will celebrate FOUNDERS’ DAY on Sunday, February 11, 2024. The event will be held at Chapman Grove Baptist Church, 2064 Stony Point Road, Charlottesville, VA, 22911 and will begin at 4 pm.

Our keynote speaker for the event will be Ms. Khaliah Ali, daughter of Mohammad Ali.

THE EVENT IS FREE AND OPEN TO THE PUBLIC

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MARTIN LUTHER KING, JR. DAY


Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day

January 15, 2024

This day – Monday, January 15, 2024 – falls on the actual birthday of the celebrated civil rights icon.

In 1983, Congress designated MLK Day as a federal holiday. This day is observed by many as a day of service. It is also a day to reflect upon the impact which the civil rights leader has made in voting rights, racial injustice, and inequality.

Dr. King may be remembered by most people for his “I Had a Dream” speech. As we remember what Dr. King expressed in his speech, it appears that in today’s polarized climate, we might ask ourselves, will the Dream ever become a reality? It seems that the response of a segment of the populus appears to disavow the Dream as a possibility of ever becoming reality. But we must remember that hope springs eternal, and continue to accept the seemingly never-ending challenges of life in order that one day, our children and grandchildren will be the recipients of our efforts. When We Fight, We Win!

Janette B. Martin, President

Albemarle-Charlottesville NAACP