NAACP ILLINOIS STATE CONFERENCE ANNOUNCES 89TH ANNUAL STATE CONVENTION

O'FALLON, Ill. (September 9, 2026) — The NAACP Illinois State Conference of Branches is pleased to announce the 89th Annual NAACP Illinois State Conference Convention, hosted by the NAACP O'Fallon Branch, September 18–20, 2026, at the Regency Conference Center, 400 Regency Park, O'Fallon, Illinois.

This year's convention theme, "We the People," is a reminder that equal rights, quality education, accessible healthcare, and diversity, equity, and inclusion are within reach when communities come together with a shared commitment to action.

The three-day convention will bring together NAACP members, community leaders, advocates, elected officials, organizations, businesses, and residents from across Illinois for meaningful conversations and strategy development on some of the most pressing issues facing our communities. Featured areas of focus include health, legal redress, housing, education, and veteran affairs. A U.S. Senate Candidate Forum is also scheduled for Friday, September 18, 2026.

This year's keynote speaker for the Black and White Gala is Leon W. Russell, Chairman of the NAACP National Board of Directors.

For more information about the 89th Annual NAACP Illinois State Conference Convention, including sponsorship opportunities, advertising, and vendor participation, visit https://www.zeffy.com/en- US/ticketing/89th-annual-naacp-illinois-state-convention--2026.

Community Health Fair and Food Giveaway

As part of the State Convention activities, the NAACP Illinois State Conference will host a Community Health Fair and Food Giveaway on Thursday, September 17, 2026, from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. in partnership with the Salvation Army Belleville and Molina Healthcare of Illinois.

The event will be held at:

The Salvation Army Belleville
20 Glory Place
Belleville, IL 62226

The Health Fair will provide an opportunity for community members to connect with health and social service resources, receive health information and education, and access food assistance. The event reflects the NAACP's commitment to addressing health disparities and ensuring that individuals and families have access to the resources needed to build healthier communities.

ABOUT THE NAACP ILLINOIS STATE CONFERENCE OF BRANCHES
The NAACP Illinois State Conference of Branches represents NAACP branches and members throughout Illinois and works to advance racial equity, civil rights, social justice, economic opportunity, education, healthcare access, and equal protection under the law. Through advocacy, community engagement, education, and partnerships, the Illinois State Conference works to build stronger, more equitable communities across the state.

For more information or media inquiries, contact: Theodis Pace, President, NAACP Illinois State Conference; [email protected]; 815-953-0939; IllinoisNAACP.org.

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