Serving as a Black leader during Black History Month 2026 means honoring foundational leaders and accelerating meaningful progress for the community. It also means using one’s platform to advocate for social justice, promote authentic representation and actively mentor the next generation of leaders.
On Wednesday, February 25, 2026, at 4 pm ET, the National Black Caucus of Local Elected Officials (NBC-LEO) will host its first membership meeting of the year and invite elected officials and city staff to attend in recognition of Black History Month.
Hear from featured voices of impact, NBC-LEO leadership:
Panelists
- Bobby Scott Jr., Mayor, Center Point, AL, President, NBC-LEO
- Amber Sellers, Commissioner, Lawerence, KS, 1st Vice President, NBC-LEO
- Byron Amos, Councilmember, Atlanta, GA, 2nd Vice President, NBC-LEO
Moderator
- Angela Morris, Program Director, National League of Cities
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