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FOR THE LOVE OF JUSTICE MEMORIAL 5K Run/Walk

FOR THE LOVE OF JUSTICE MEMORIAL 5K Run/Walk

by | Mar 4, 2023 | News

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The Empowering Justice Charitable Foundation at Central Carolina Community Foundation will host its annual FOR THE LOVE OF JUSTICE MEMORIAL 5K Run/Walk and Kid’s Fun Run on Sunday, March 26, 2023, at 2 pm.

We run in memory of 1st LT Justice R. Stewart, a fallen United States Marine Corps officer who had a giving heart, a selfless soul, an infectious laugh, and a heartwarming smile. 1st LT Stewart was a daughter, a sister, a niece, a cousin, a friend, and a Marine. She was artistic, confident, and ambitious, setting goals years in advance. 1st LT Stewart tragically lost her life while she was on a run. We run for her. Every time our foot hits the pavement, it is symbolic of a heartbeat, bringing life into the memories that 1st LT Stewart left behind to share with the world.

Check out our 2022 Highlight Video – For the Love of Justice 5K

Black History Month 2023 Spotlight

Black History Month 2023 Spotlight

by | Feb 15, 2023 | News

The Medal of Honor (MoH) is the highest military decoration awarded by the United States government. Conferred only upon members of the United States Armed Forces who distinguish themselves through conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity, at the risk of life above and beyond the call of duty. The Navy and Marine Corps Medal of Honor was established on December 21, 1861 and is the nation’s oldest continuously awarded decoration. The naval forces version of the MoH may be awarded to a member of the United States Navy, U.S. Marine Corps, (and to members of the Coast Guard when operating under the authority of the Department of the Navy).

3,525 Servicemen have been awarded the MoH.  Of that, 93 are African American.  The first U.S. Serviceman of African descent to be decorated was Sergeant William Harvey Carney, U.S. Army during the U.S. Civil War. And although 1050 Marines, Sailors and Coastguardsmen have been awarded the MoH, only 18 Sailors, 6 Marines and no Coastguardsmen of African descent have been awarded this distinction. Click on the MOH icon below to access the link to the 93 African American Naval MoH recipients.

In August 2021, the Secretary of Defense directed a review of all African American and Native Americans previously awarded the various Service Crosses, to ensure that all Americans received equitable treatment, and to determine if they possibly rated the Medal of Honor instead. Many valorous acts worthy of the two highest decorations, this nation can bestow upon its Servicemen, likely were not properly recognized and awarded, due to systemic racism.

https://www.cmohs.org/recipients/lists/black-african-american-recipients

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Military Spouse Opportunity

by | Jan 30, 2023 | News

Important new pilot program all spouses need to be aware.

Military spouses of currently serving members of the U.S. Army, Marine Corps, Navy, Air Force and Space Force, to include active, reserve and National Guard components, are invited to apply to the new Military Spouse Career Accelerator Pilot, a competitive multi-year program that provides spouses with paid 12-week fellowships at employers across various industries and locations.

https://myseco.militaryonesource.mil/portal/events/live/mscap

Celebrating the Legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.

Celebrating the Legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.

by | Jan 16, 2023 | News

In the 60th anniversary year of the March on Washington and Dr. King’s “I Have a Dream” speech, NNOA is honored to recognize and celebrate the birth of one of the greatest champions’ for civil rights, nonviolent protest and equality the world has ever known, Reverend Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.

In Dr. King’s “I Have a Dream” speech, he stated what still rings true today, “So even though we face the difficulties of today and tomorrow, I still have a dream. It is a dream deeply rooted in the American dream. I have a dream that one day this nation will rise up and live out the true meaning of its creed: We hold these truths to be self-evident, that all men are created equal.”

NNOA embodies Dr. King’s vision in its endeavor to ensure that all men and women in the Sea Services have an equal opportunity to succeed, advance and live up to the best of their abilities.  This nation is strongest when we stand together.  And as Dr. King profoundly noted, the nation’s freedom is inextricably bound to our freedom.  And as so, success of the Sea Services is also inextricably bound to the equality and success of all of its members, regardless of race, sex, creed or sexual orientation.

Please take a moment to reflect what part you can or do play to honor his legacy and ideals, as we celebrate the 94th year of the birth of this great man and leader for equality.  Happy Birthday Reverend Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.