On this episode of Kankakee Valley Community Happenings, host Mike Tomano speaks with Theodis Pace, President of the NAACP Kankakee County Branch. Pace reflects on his decades of service and discusses the significance of the theme "We the People," adopted from the 117th NAACP National Convention in Chicago to emphasize collective action across democracy, criminal justice, voting rights, and education.
The discussion previews the branch's 81st Freedom Fund Gala, held at the Quality Inn on the fourth Saturday of October. Pace outlines what attendees can expect, including an address by keynote speaker Karen Boykin-Towns, Vice Chair of the NAACP National Board. The conversation also covers the branch's ongoing community operations, including its youth division, health committee initiatives, voter outreach, and ways community members can become involved or secure event tickets.
- Guest: Theodis Pace, President of the NAACP Kankakee County Branch
- Host: Mike Tomano
- Key Topics: 81st Freedom Fund Gala, voting rights, youth programming, community health advocacy, NAACP local and national initiatives
- Contact Information: kankakeecountynaacp.org | naacp.org | Phone: 815-932-0858
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