🇺🇸 PCB Peers in Washington, DC
During the ACB Leadership Conference, our group visited the National Museum of African American History and Culture.
It was a meaningful experience reflecting on history, advocacy, and shared stories.
📸 Group photo from #DCLeadership2026
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D.C. Leadership Conference attendees have been busy on Capitol Hill today, meeting with members of Congress and their staffs to discuss ACB’s legislative imperatives.
Pictured is Ellen Telker from ACB of Connecticut standing outside the office of Rep. Jahana Hayes in the Rayburn House Office Building. Thank you to Ellen and all of our advocates for sharing these important messages today!
After a full day of informative presentations at yesterday’s Legislative Seminar, attendees are heading to Capitol Hill today to meet with members of Congress and their staffs. During these meetings, we’ll be discussing ACB’s three legislative imperatives.
Learn more about each of these priorities on the conference webpage: https://www.acb.org/2026-acb-dc-leadership-conference
Thank you to all of our advocates on #ACBHillDay!
ACB Board Member Chris Bell joined other panelists during today’s “Advocating at the State and Local Levels” session at the Legislative Seminar. Panelists shared their experiences with different forms of advocacy and offered insights on engaging at the state and local levels.
After a full day of presentations and discussion at the 2026 D.C. Leadership Conference, attendees participated in a “dine around” to reconnect with old friends and make some new ones!
Today’s schedule features the Legislative Seminar, where attendees will prepare for their meetings on Capitol Hill, followed by a trivia night social.
Visit the conference webpage for more information about #DCLeadership2026: https://www.acb.org/2026-acb-dc-leadership-conference
There were plenty of laughs and great conversations at last night’s welcome party for the 2026 D.C. Leadership Conference! Attendees heard updates from several ACB committees about their latest work and activities.
Today’s schedule includes the President’s Meeting, where guest speakers will share insights on a variety of timely topics affecting the ACB community.
Visit the conference webpage for more information about #DCLeadership2026: https://www.acb.org/2026-acb-dc-leadership-conference
First-time attendees at the D.C. Leadership Conference gathered this afternoon for a special orientation to learn more about ACB’s programs, legislative priorities, and the important role they play in our advocacy efforts. We were thrilled to welcome so many new participants to this important event!
ACB Manager of Membership Engagement Cindy Hollis and other ACB staff members provided updates to the ACB Board on key programs and initiatives during the 2026 D.C. Leadership Conference. We’re grateful for the Board’s valuable guidance and feedback.
Pictured is Cindy Hollis seated at the conference table holding a microphone, with ACB Executive Director Scott Thornhill seated to her right.
Attendees had a wonderful time visiting the National Museum of African American History and Culture in Washington, D.C. yesterday during the 2026 D.C. Leadership Conference! The museum opened to the public in 2016 as the 19th museum of the Smithsonian Institution and is located on the National Mall.
Pictured is a group of attendees from #DCLeadership2026 during their visit to the museum.
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