CBCF commends five young women who have completed a new congressional internship program for D.C.-area college students majoring in communications, public relations, journalism or other media-related fields. Our internship program provides opportunities to learn how our government works,” said CBCF President Elsie L. Scott.
• Trinity Seniors Selected as CBCF Communications Interns
• CBCF Wal-Mart Emerging Leaders Internship Program Touted

CBCF has marked a significant moment in its history: full and outright ownership of its headquarters. CBCF joins a select few African-American non-profit organizations to own their building in the District of Columbia. CBCF celebrated the occasion at the historic residence of the Turkish ambassador to the United States. “The acquisition of this new headquarters was indeed a landmark achievement for the organization,” said Rep. Kendrick B. Meek of Florida, the CBCF Board chairman.
• CBCF Welcomes Four New Members to its Board of Directors

U.S. Reps. Corrine Brown of Florida and Gregory W. Meeks of New York will serve as honorary co-chairs of the 38th Annual Legislative Conference, set for September 24–27 in Washington. The co-chairs have helped select “Embracing the Promise, Realizing the Vision” as this year’s ALC theme.
• ALC ’08 Sponsorship Opportunities

CBCF's Congressional Fellowship Program 2008 series of public-policy forums continues with “NMTC Matters: Perspectives on the New Markets Tax Credit," 3 p.m., Thursday, April 10, Capitol Building Room HC-6. CBCF Fellow Renee Mayo, assigned to the Office of Rep. Al Green of Texas, is presenting the forum, where policymakers and practitioners will discuss the impact on community development.
• CBCF Congressional Fellowship Program Begins 2008 Policy Issue Series
• CBCF Fellow Presents Environmental Justice Issue Forum (PDF)

CBCF, the CBC Health Braintrust and the National Minority Quality Forum are collaborating on a joint Spring Health Braintrust and 5th Annual Health Disparities Leadership Summit, which is themed 'Health Equity and Justice Now.' The event is set for April 14 and 15, 2008, at The Ritz Carlton Hotel, 1150 22nd Street, NW, Washington. For more information, contact Britt Weinstock, senior health policy advisor in the Office of Del. Donna M. Christensen (USVI).
• Register for Joint Braintrust and Leadership Summit

CBCF President & CEO Elsie L. Scott, Ph.D., reflects on the legacy of the Rev. Martin Luther King Jr. on the 40th anniversary of his death and the Foundation’s efforts to continue his good works. “There has been much progress in America since Dr. King’s untimely death – and yet our nation still has so far to go,” Dr. Scott said.
• CBCF Signs on to Black Unity Family Letter (NCBCP)
• The Martin Luther King Jr. Holiday Bill (Avoice Exhibit)
• The Martin Luther King Jr. Holiday Program (PDF)

The Congressional Black Caucus Foundation and General Mills are supporting the second-annual Sisters Saving Hearts grant initiative as part of the Cheerios Circle of Helping Hearts campaign. The grassroots program will award five $5,000 grants to individuals or service organizations working to raise awareness for heart disease prevention. Nominations deadline: March 14.
• Visit the Sisters Saving Hearts Web Site
• Read a Letter From CBCF President Elsie L. Scott, Ph.D.

The delegation was led by Elsie L. Scott, Ph.D., CBCF’s president and CEO, and two members of Congress who also serve on the board of directors, Rep. Barbara Lee of California (left) and Del. Donna M. Christensen of the U.S. Virgin Islands. They visited health-related sites and met with health officials in that country.
• Click Here To Follow Daily Blog Updates From The Delegation
• Rep. Barbara Lee’s Statement on World AIDS Awareness Day
• Barbara Lee Takes Fight to Eradicate HIV/AIDS to South Africa

The event at the Empowerment Community Center in Houston featured participation by the local congresswoman, Rep. Sheila Jackson Lee. BHEP is CBCF’s national health initiative to educate African Americans about the relationship between obesity and chronic diseases. It enables civic leaders, health experts and community groups to present residents with strategies for reversing this public health crisis affecting adults and youth. The tour’s theme is “Eat, Move and Test for Health.”
• Learn More About The Black Health Empowerment Project