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OLBCF Applauds Cuyahoga County’s Historic Passage of Ohio’s First CROWN Act
Yesterday marked a pivotal moment for equity and dignity in Cuyahoga County as the County Council officially passed the CROWN (Creating a Respectful and Open World for Natural Hair) Ordinance, making Cuyahoga the first county in the state of Ohio to adopt such legislation. We extend our deepest gratitude to Cuyahoga County Councilmembers Michael J. Houser and Meredith Turner and every member of Cuyahoga County Council for their leadership, courage, and commitment to justice.
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6 hours ago2 min read


OLBCF Welcomes Monica L. Womack to Board of Directors
The Ohio Legislative Black Caucus Foundation is proud to announce the appointment of Monica L. Womack, a respected strategic advisor and advocate for economic equity, to its Board of Directors. With more than two decades of experience advancing inclusive economic development, Womack brings deep expertise in building systems that empower historically under-resourced businesses and communities. She is the Founder and CEO of MLW Solutions, LLC, where she leads innovative initiat
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1 day ago2 min read


The Map Is The Message: Why Redistricting Is A Black Issue
What’s happening and why it matters right now! Ohio is redrawing political maps for the Statehouse and Congress. How those lines are...
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Oct 23 min read


OLBCF Responds to Governor DeWine’s Deployment of Ohio National Guard to D.C.
The Ohio Legislative Black Caucus Foundation (OLBCF) condemns Governor DeWine’s recent decision to deploy members of the Ohio National...
OLBCF
Aug 261 min read


OLBCF’s Response to Franklin County Ruling Declaring Ohio’s EdChoice Voucher Program Unconstitutional
On Tuesday, June 24th, Franklin County Common Pleas Judge Jaiza Page issued a landmark ruling declaring Ohio’s EdChoice school voucher...
OLBCF
Jun 252 min read


OLBCF Slams Ohio Senate Budget: $600M for Stadiums, $700M for the Rich — Nothing for Black or Working Families
Contact: Jayah J. Watters-Clark Director of Communications 216-505-7230 Communications@olbcfoundation.org The Ohio Legislative...
OLBCF
Jun 122 min read


OLBCF CONDEMNS CLEVELAND CLINIC'S PREDATORY COPAY POLICY AND DEMANDS ACCOUNTABILITY FOR COMMUNITY HARM
The Ohio Legislative Black Caucus Foundation (OLBCF) stands in full opposition to the Cleveland Clinic's outrageous and morally bankrupt...

Shayla L. Davis
May 141 min read


Black History Month Newsletter for OLBCF
For Media Inquiries, Contact: Shayla L. Davis President and CEO 614-263-7700 office@olbcfoundation.org FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE A Call to...

Shayla L. Davis
Feb 104 min read


PUBLIC STATEMENT: OLBCF’s Response to Governor DeWine’s Budget Proposal
For Media Inquiries, Contact: Shayla L. Davis President and CEO 614-263-7700 office@olbcfoundation.org FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Ohio...

Shayla L. Davis
Feb 73 min read


OLBCF Calls Attention to Executive Orders Threatening Equity in Ohio
For Media Inquiries, Contact: Shayla L. Davis President and CEO 614-263-7700 office@olbcfoundation.org FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE OLBCF Calls...

Shayla L. Davis
Jan 233 min read


THE UNSEEN BURDEN: BLACK COMMUNITIES LACK ON THE FRONTLINES OF DEMOCRACY AND THE CALL FOR SHARED RESPONSIBILITY
As the President and CEO of the Ohio Legislative Black Caucus Foundation, I stand with a heavy heart in the aftermath of the 2024 general...

Shayla L. Davis
Nov 8, 20241 min read


STATE OF THE BLACK CINCINNATI THE JOURNEY TO THE PARITY
The Southwest Urban League recently published the highly anticipated Black Cincinnati Report, a comprehensive analysis shedding light on...

Shayla L. Davis
Jul 3, 20241 min read


OLBCF PRESIDENT & CEO SHARES INSIGHTS ON PENDING BILLS FROM BLACK LEGISLATORS
Read OLBCF President & CEO's insights on pending bills from Black legislators, discussed in an interview with the Cleveland Observer.

Shayla L. Davis
Mar 25, 20241 min read


OHIO SENATE TACKLES HOUSING ISSUES
In a sweeping new report, Senator Michelle Reynolds (R) is leading the committee to tackle Ohio's housing crisis head-on.

Shayla L. Davis
Mar 25, 20241 min read
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