Read the latest issue of BlackVoices. The quarterly publication of the Southern Delaware Alliance for Racial Justice.
The Southern Delaware Alliance for Racial Justice (SDARJ) will hold a Town Hall on May 21 at the Lewes Library at 6:00 pm. The purpose of the meeting is to advocate for the cessation of hate incidents and harassment directed towards African Americans in Sussex County.
African-American military officer, federal civil servant, and advocate for black women’s rights and desegregation. Out of 300 women nationwide who entered officer training in the U.S. military in 1943, she was one of the three African Americans.
From Monday, May 12 – Friday, May 16, we invite you to take part in a week of action dedicated to protecting and expanding the right to vote for all Delawareans. Join us for one or more events during this week for a chance to make your voice heard, take action alongside fellow Delawareans, and help ensure Delaware becomes a beacon of democracy and strong voter engagement.
The Southern Delaware Alliance for Racial Justice (SDARJ) recently honored Howard T. Ennis School student De’Andre Reed for his leadership, effort, and excellence.
African-American military officer, federal civil servant, and advocate for black women’s rights and desegregation. Out of 300 women nationwide who entered officer training in the U.S. military in 1943, she was one of the three African Americans.
CoastLife’s Leah sits down with Joseph Lawson and award recipient Arianna Green to discuss the importance of highlighting the accomplishments of African American youth and encouraging future leaders.
Learn about the recently-submitted SB 10, Compassionate Release Act, expanding the eligibility criteria whereby incarcerated individuals may petition a judge for early compassionate release based on either their serious illness or positive rehabilitation, and how the process will become streamlined and reformed. Connect with legislators and urge them to support this legislation and other legislation that improves the lives of incarcerated and formerly incarcerated people.
Charlotte King Named One of Delaware’s Most Influential People Impacting the Community in 2025. In 2015, philanthropist Charlotte King, a New York native, founded the Southern Delaware Alliance for Racial Justice to address the underrepresentation of Black residents in Sussex County’s public and private sectors.
Vernon Baker was one of seven Black service members who were presented with the Medal of Honor for their service during World War II.
