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Durham Committee on the Affairs of Black People
OUR SUB-COMMITTEES
Civic Committee
Duties: To promote civic awareness and involvement within the Durham community by advising the public of vacancies on local boards and commissions and recruiting them to apply for positions on select boards and commissions, assisting in planning public forums with other standing committees, organizing assistance for families in need, and facilitating communication with membership and others to promote greater participation in resolving problems and community challenges.
Our Team
Executive Committee
Floyd McKissick, Jr, Chair
Shea Ramirez, 1st Vice Chair
Gerald Spence, 2nd Vice Chair
Thelma White, 3rd Vice Chair
Dr. Tara Fikes, Executive Secretary
Shanetta Burris, Recording Secretary
Keith Bishop, Treasurer
Subcommittees
William "Drew" Marsh, Political Committee Chair Glyndola Massenburg-Beasley, Public Relations Chair
Brenda Howerton, Political Committee Vice Chair Dr. Wanda Boone, Health & Public Safety Committee Chair
Angelique Stallings, Civic Committee Chair Zion Tankard, Health & Public Safety Committee Vice Chair
Rosa Anderson, Civic Committee Vice Chair Stella Adams, Housing Committee Chair
Patrick Hannah, Economic Committee Chair Jonathan Wilson, II, Legal Redress Committee Chair
Terrance White, Economic Committee Vice Chair Ameshia Cooper-Chester, Legal Redress Committee Chair
Dr. Monique Holsey-Hyman, Education & Youth Committee Chair Dr. B. Angeloe Burch, Sr., Religious and Human Affairs Chair
Fredrick Davis, Education & Youth Committee Vice Chair
DCABP Committee Meeting Schedule
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Civic Committee Meeting |1st Monday @ 6:30 pm
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Health/Public Safety Committee Meeting | 4th Monday @ 6 pm​
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Political Action Committee Meeting | 4th Tuesday @ 6:30 pm​
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Legal Redress Committee Meeting | 3rd Wednesday @ 6pm
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Education and Youth Committee Meeting | 4th Wednesday @ 6:30 pm ​​
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Public Relations Committee Meeting | 2nd Thursday @ 6 pm
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Economic Committee Meeting | 4th Thursday @ 6:30 pm
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Housing Committee Meeting
Email dcabp35@gmail.com for additional meeting details
Our Values
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Equity and Justice
We believe in the fundamental right of Black people to equitable treatment and access to opportunities.
Impact: DCABP works to dismantle systemic barriers in policies and institutions through advocacy, community organizing, and informed civic engagement.
2
Community Empowerment
We believe that power lies within the people, and that informed, engaged communities create lasting change.
Impact: We facilitate voter education, host public forums, and support local leadership development to ensure community voices drive decisions.
3
Political Engagement
We value political participation as a cornerstone of Black liberation and self-determination.
Impact: DCABPI actively monitors local elections, endorses candidates, and mobilizes voters to influence policies that affect Black lives.
4
Education and Awareness
We believe knowledge is power and must be shared to inspire action and accountability.
Impact: Through research, newsletters, public education events, and strategic partnerships, we keep the community informed on critical issues.
5
Accountability and Transparency
We believe in holding public officials accountable to the communities they serve.
Impact: DCABP monitors government decisions, advocates for policy change, and demands transparency in matters affecting Black Durham residents.
6
Cultural Pride and Heritage
​We honor and uplift the rich legacy and contributions of Black people in Durham and beyond.
Impact: DCABP incorporates Black history, cultural events, and storytelling into its programming to preserve heritage and inspire future generations.