A Morning with the Unitarian Universalist Fellowship of Jefferson City

October 25, 2009

Worship service: Sunday, 10:30 - 11:30 A.M

Unitarian Universalist Fellowship
P.O. Box 1245
Jefferson City, MO 65102-1245

Telephone: (573) 636-0684 (answering machine)

Meet with the Fellowship this Sunday as we discuss the impact of the NAACP on America over the last 100 years as we look forward to next year. Imagine faith in action. Proud partners for justice and equality.

100 Years: Living the Legacy

NAACP Announces Centennial Awardees

Jefferson City, MO, October 3, 2009 — “Ideas such as Justice and Equality are

only as relevant as we make them.” Says Nimrod Chapel, Jr., president of the Jefferson

City, MO, Branch of the NAACP. “These individuals and organizations we are

recognizing have shown a sincere interest in turning democratic concepts into reality.

It’s a fitting tribute that they are recognized at this year’s 46th Annual Freedom Fund

Dinner, Silent Auction and Centennial Celebration on October 3, 2009 at the Capital

Plaza. I encourage each of you to get to know these individuals and organization and

continue your support for these most American of ideals.”

The 2009 Awardees are:

ROY WILKINS AWARD – Vera Thomas (Mother of Reginald Clemons)

The Roy Wilkins Award is given in recognition of individuals who have devoted their

lives to finding solutions to racial inequality, promoted educational excellence, and

demonstrated courage in the fight for equality, justice, and civil rights.

ROSA PARKS AWARD –Phyllis Launius

The Rosa Parks Award is given to individuals who have committed their lives, and have

exhibited dedication and commitment to the cause of equality and justice in the face of

personal sacrifice, and for standing up against racism and discrimination.

CORPORATE/PUBLIC IMAGE AWARD

The Missouri Supreme Court - Public

This Corporate/Public Image Award is given to a company or individual in the

public/private sector, in recognition of its/their commitment and dedication to equal

opportunity, employment, diversity, community support and leadership.

PRESIDENTIAL CHOICE AWARD

Larry Weber, Esq., Chuck Hatfield, Esq., Lieutenant Colonel Christina Case,

Master Sergeant Percy Johnson

This Presidential Choice Award is given to an organization or individuals in the

public/private sector, in recognition of its/their commitment and dedication to equal

opportunity, access, employment, diversity, community support and leadership.

MYRTLE SMITH ODEN YOUNG ADULT SERVICE AWARD – Cyrus Dashtaki, Esq.

The Myrtle Smith Oden Service Award is given to individuals who have worked faithfully

in the NAACP or other civic organizations for the overall betterment of the community.

LIFETIME SERVICE AWARD – Nimrod and Dr. Cynthia Chapel

The Lifetime Service Award is given in recognition of an individual for a lifetime career,

dedicated toward the cause of justice, equal opportunity and civil rights for all people.

LIFETIME ACHIEVEMENT AWARD – Tyronne Allen, James Tippin, Esq.

The Lifetime Achievement Award is given in recognition of an individual who has

worked diligently and given honorable and dedicated service in the safeguard of justice

and democracy.

“Honor those who have worked in their professional and private capacities as citizens to

make our Community, state and nation a better place to live and truer to the ideals set

forth in the Bill of Rights and Constitution.” Said Chapel. “Civic duty is the debt we

owe for being a part of society and it is our only real opportunity to make communities

better.”

Founded in 1909, the 100 year old NAACP is the nation's oldest and largest civil rights

organization. Its members throughout the United States and the world are the premier

advocates for civil rights in their communities, conducting voter mobilization and

monitoring equal opportunity in the public and private sectors.

Freedom Fund Dinner Approaches Saturday

PRESS RELEASE THE 46’TH ANNUAL NAACP FREEDOM FUND DINNER & CENTENNIAL CELEBRATION SATURDAY, OCTOBER 3, 2009 5:45 pm SILENT AUCTION AND RECEPTION 7:00 pm DINNER & AWARDS BANQUET CAPITOL PLAZA HOTEL JEFFERSON CITY MO GUEST SPEAKER, JEROME REIDE, JD, PhD NATIONAL FIELD ORGANIZER OF THE NAACP, WASHINGTON, D.C. TICKETS: ADULTS-$50.00 STUDENTS-$15.00 CHILDREN-$10.00 NAACP CELEBRATES 100 YEARS 1909-2009 LIVE ENTERTAINMENT PROVIDED BY THE LINCOLN UNIVERSITY JAZZ BAND FOR INFORMATION OR TICKETS CONTACT NIMROD CHAPEL SR. @573-659-3560 jcnaacp@gmail.com www.naacpjc.org

GET YOUR TICKETS NOW FOR THE JEFFERSON CITY NAACP SILENT AUCTION, FREEDOM FUND DINNER AND CENTENNIAL CELEBRATION

JEFFERSON CITY Unit 4064
Chartered 1923

September 21, 2009

Dear Friend,

The Jefferson City Branch of the NAACP will host its 46th Annual Freedom Fund Dinner in conjunction with the celebration of the NAACP’s 100th at the Capitol Plaza Hotel on Saturday, October 3, 2009. As always, this is an occasion to reflect upon the past and embrace our future. We invite you to join us as we celebrate our theme, “100 Years: Living the Legacy.”

The Annual Freedom Fund Dinner is our primary fund-raiser to support branch activities and operation expenses. These funds provide college scholarships, access to limited legal information, support for local prison branches as VIC’s (Volunteers in Corrections), officer training at district and state meetings, and representative participation at state and national conferences. In addition, chapter volunteers work with area school districts to promote understanding about diversity concerns, and work with the Armed Services on equity issues. In an effort to continue work with these and other community endeavors, this branch requires approximately $15,000 per year. Since this is a volunteer organization, no funds are used for salaries. We would appreciate your support as an attendee, sponsor, and/or benefactor.

Call 573-230-6424 or email jcnaacp@gmail.com to order your tickets.

The Freedom Fund Dinner Committee and branch officers have again worked hard on this year’s evening of recognition and fellowship. Our first silent auction starts at 5:45 p.m., reception starts at 6:00 p.m. and dinner follows at 7:00 p.m. Tickets can be purchased for $50 individually or as part of an organizational sponsorship. Tickets for students are $15 and $10 for children under 12. In conjunction with this year’s dinner, we are happy to offer a beautiful book – NAACP: Celebrating a Century 100 Years in Pictures.

I look forward to seeing you at the Capitol Plaza Hotel on October 3rd at the 46th Annual Freedom Fund Dinner. Your participation is truly appreciated.

Nimrod Chapel, Jr.
Nimrod Chapel, Jr.
President, Jefferson City Unit 4064
National Association for the Advancement of Colored People

Kiwanis Club of Jefferson City Welcomes NAACP in Celebration of Centennial Anniversary

The Jefferson City community is rich in support. Today the Jefferson City NAACP will join the Kiwanis Club and pays tribute to the Constitutional rights that made America great. Its these rights that allow the Kiwanis to help scores of children all over the world and allow the NAACP to continue its historic work in promoting justice and equality for all. Involvement in our communities is rewarding work and it benefits communities and individuals in so many ways. If your not an active member of a benolevant organization and you have the capacity to contribute in any way, you ought to join. Organizations like the NAACP and the Kiwanis make America a better place.

NAACP STARTS RAPID REPORT SYSTEM TO HELP CITIZENS REPORT POLICE MISCONDUCT WITH CELL PHONES, PICTURES, AND VIDEO

NAACP HARNESSES CELL PHONE POWER TO LAUNCH NEW HIGH TECH "RAPID REPORT SYSTEM" TO HELP CITIZENS REPORT POLICE MISCONDUCT -- PART OF SWEEPING NEW CIVIL RIGHTS INITIATIVE ON CRIME AND SAFETY
PRESS AVAILABILITY WITH NAACP PRESIDENT AND CEO BENJAMIN JEALOUS

MONDAY JULY 13TH 12 NOON NY HILTON AVE. OF THE AMERICAS

An innovative national program to help fight crime in American cities and towns will be unveiled Monday, July 13th at the NAACP Centennial Convention in New York City.

The initiative includes a bold new online effort, the NAACP Rapid Report System (RRS), a quick, effective way for citizens to report instances of police misconduct, and to help public safety officials move beyond the “tough on crime” policies that have lost their effectiveness.
The Rapid Report System will be available starting July 6, through the NAACP website (www.naacp.org). The user-friendly online RRS form will allow residents to send instant texts, emails, or video reports of police abuse to the association via cell phone.

Benjamin Jealous, President and CEO of the NAACP, said the initiative is part of a wider Criminal Justice strategy called "Smart and Safe,” that the NAACP will be launching during its Centennial Year.

“Nationwide, more than 26,000 citizen complaints of police officer use of force were filed with state and local law enforcement agencies in 2002. However, because many incidents are not reported, this number does not capture the full magnitude of the problem,” Jealous said.

“Research has shown that there are many barriers to reporting incidents of police misconduct, including intimidation at police departments and a lack of trust in the integrity of the system, among other reasons. This breakdown leads to an absence of public safety and a deterioration of the quality of life in many communities of color. But public safety is a civil and a human right; and so we want a more accurate count of these incidents,” Jealous said.

"We know that most of police officers around the nation are excellent public servants. But the few who violate people's rights are often not held accountable. We hope to improve the relationship between our community and law enforcement officers -- which is the best way to create the trust needed for police to effectively solve crimes," Jealous said.

The Rapid Report System will be demonstrated for attendees at the NAACP Centennial Convention July 11-16th at the New York Hilton. More information on the full Convention schedule is available at www.naacp.org.

Founded in 1909, the NAACP is the nation's oldest and largest civil rights organization. Its members in the U.S. around the world advocate for civil and human rights, conducting voter mobilization campaigns, and monitoring equal opportunity in the public and private sectors.

Report incidents from a mobile phone here http://www.naacp.org/research/test/mobile/ »

Report incidents from a web form here http://www.naacp.org/research/test/FORMS/»

Special Investigator to Examine Reggie Clemons Case

The Missouri Supreme Court has appointed a special investigator in the case of Reggie Clemons, an African-American man wrongly convicted of murder and sentenced to death. A petition filed with the Missouri Supreme Court on June suggests that police brutalized Clemons into giving a statement. The petition is based on new evidence, and also argues that Clemons' death sentence was excessive compared to those of other co-defendants. His execution was set for June 17, but was delayed by a federal appeals court. The NAACP has requested that Governor Jay Nixon appoint a Board of Inquiry and grant clemency to Clemons.