The Legacy of Jesse Jackson
After the passing of Civil Rights leader Jesse Jackson, Joseph Lawson, Executive Director of SDARJ was interviewed by WRDE TV reporter Ted Corriero.
Media and Press
Delaware Women’s Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony 2025
Delaware celebrated extraordinary women at the annual Delaware Women’s Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony at the Chase Center on the Riverfront. The event honored this year’s inductees, which included Valerie Biden Owens, Claire DeMatteis, Charlotte King, and Charlotte Miller-Lacy, recognizing their leadership, dedication, and lasting impact on their communities, professions, and the state.
WATCH: The July 17th Good Trouble Lives On! Full Event
On July 17th, we gathered with our friends and neighbors to honor the enduring legacy of Congressman John Lewis and unite as a community to defend our civil and human rights.
WATCH: Our Executive Director and Board Chair reflect on the enduring legacy of civil rights icon John Lewis
Joseph Lawson, Executive Director, and Marjorie Belmont, Board Chair of the Southern Delaware Alliance for Racial Justice, to reflect on the enduring legacy of civil rights icon John Lewis
Honoring Arianna Green: A Shining Example of Academic Excellence
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.
Charlotte King is Named One of Delaware’s Most Influential People Impacting the Community in 2025
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.
