Durham Committee on the Affairs of Black People

11/08/2025

Congratulations to NAACP President and CEO, Derrick Johnson, for his well-deserved spot on The Root 100 list.

This recognition shines a light on his powerful leadership and his deep commitment to fighting for civil rights and building a more equitable and just world for us all. His vision inspires our work every single day.

Join us in congratulating him in the comments! https://theroot100.com/nominee_list/derrick-johnson/

11/08/2025

As DPS plans for the 2026–2027 and 2027–2028 instructional calendars, we invite our families and community members to share their feedback. Submit feedback by Friday, November 14.

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Mientras DPS planifica los calendarios educativos para los años 2026-2027 y 2027-2028, invitamos a nuestras familias y a los miembros de la comunidad a compartir sus comentarios. Envíe sus comentarios antes del viernes, 14 de noviembre.

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11/08/2025

11/08/2025

Congratulations!!

We’re so proud to share that our firm has been named among the 2026 Best Law Firms by Best Lawyers.

This honor means so much to us because it reflects the trust our clients place in us and the respect of our peers in the legal community. Every case, every client, and every challenge has helped shape who we are, and we’re grateful for the opportunity to serve.

Thank you to everyone who continues to believe in our work and mission.

11/08/2025

BREAKING NEWS: Relief is finally here for thousands of North Carolina families.
After days of uncertainty, full SNAP benefits for November will be loaded onto EBT cards as soon as this weekend.

Earlier today, many households received only partial payments — some as low as $16 — but the USDA has now approved full funding.

Tap the link in bio (or visit SpectacularMag.com) for full details on when your benefits will arrive.

11/08/2025

From Watch Party to Victory Party...Congratulations Mayor Leonardo Williams and the classy Durham first lady Zwelibanzi Moyo Williams. Onward!

11/08/2025

I am proud to announce that my constituents will receive their full SNAP benefits in November.

After weeks of fighting the Trump administration’s unlawful actions, help is finally on the way for 1.4 million North Carolinians who rely on SNAP to make the ends meet.

This funding was only administered because Democrats sued the USDA to release SNAP benefits and stop holding the American people hostage. The Trump administration has made it clear that they have no desire to administer SNAP and will choose to let people go hungry unless they are forced to do so. This is far from the last fight SNAP faces and Democrats are ready to defend the lifesaving program because in the richest country in the world, no one should go to bed hungry.

Due to the Trump administration's delays, North Carolina SNAP recipients are currently being issued 65% of their regular SNAP benefits, with an additional 35% expected to come as soon as this weekend.

I want to thank our food banks and food pantries for continuing to step up and meet the moment for our community. These organizations were on the front lines while hundreds of thousands of North Carolinians were unsure where their next meal was coming from. We must continue investing in our region’s feeding organizations because in uncertain times, they have always been there for us.

11/07/2025

Durham Public Schools students are stepping into their futures—debt-free and determined.

During North Carolina Free College Application Week, seniors across the district discovered new college options, submitted applications, and claimed their next chapter.

Read Hillside senior and DPS Pixel & Pen Creative Chance Thomas’s full story, “In the Books: 2025 NC Free College Application Week,” now at DPSNC.net.

11/07/2025

Trump admin attorneys filed an appeal challenging Thursday’s ruling that the federal government is required to pay full SNAP benefits.