RAINBOW PUSH COALITION ANNUAL CONVENTION ANNOUNCES LINE-UP OF GREAT SPEAKERS, PANELISTS, AND HONOREES


RAINBOW PUSH COALITION ANNUAL CONVENTION ANNOUNCES LINE-UP OF GREAT SPEAKERS, PANELISTS, AND HONOREES

"Fulfilling the American Promise" June 10–13 in Chicago, Illinois

CHICAGO, IL — The Rainbow PUSH Coalition will convene its annual conference June 10–13, 2026, at its Chicago headquarters located at 952 E. 50th St., Chicago, Illinois, drawing leaders, advocates, policymakers, and community members from across the nation for four days of dialogue, reflection, and action. This year, the convention requires no registration fee and is open to the public.

This year's convention theme, "Fulfilling the American Promise," speaks to an urgent national conversation: the widening distance between America's founding ideals and the day-to-day realities facing millions of its people. As a tribute to the organization's enduring legacy and a forward-looking call to action, the gathering comes at a defining moment for civil rights, democracy, and social justice in America.

"We are honored to welcome an extraordinary group of speakers and leaders to this year's conference," said Yusef D. Jackson, CEO of Rainbow PUSH. "At a time when Black people's civil liberties are being stripped from legislative power, our history is being diminished, Black women are losing their employment at alarming rates, and immigrant rights are being challenged, we must stand up and stand out in front of this crisis. We are excited to bring together leaders from across sectors and generations for sessions that will not only inspire but challenge us to think boldly about how we fulfill the American promise for everyone."

Attendees can expect robust programming featuring elected officials, civil rights leaders, policy experts, faith voices, movement organizers, media executives, and cultural figures engaging in the honest, substantive conversations this moment demands. Sessions will span the full range of issues shaping the country's future, from voting rights and economic equity to education, health, and the power of collective action.

On Wednesday, June 10, the convention kicks off with Youth Day: The Remix, A day designed to empower, inspire, and connect the next generation of aspiring thought leaders, content creators, and students through culture, creativity, leadership, wellness, music, media, gaming, and community. Starting at 10:00 am, attendees are welcome to participate in featured panels and a special fireside chat at Rainbow PUSH.

There will be several keynote speakers, panels, and honorees featured on Thursday, June 11. Among the featured keynote speakers are Former U.S. Secretary of Transportation Pete Buttigieg, New York Attorney General Leticia James, and Rev. Erick Michael Dyson, among other prominent speakers. The day will wrap up with an evening program, Honoring the Legacy, Building the Future Dinner at Ummo, which brings together emerging leaders, advocates, and changemakers. Featuring speakers J. Ivy, Nia Betts, Rep. Justin Jones (TN-52), Lexi Underwood, and Khalil Everage.

Friday, June 12, will feature keynote speaker Reverend Al Sharpton, President of the National Action Network. The third day will feature panelists whose voices will anchor a convention built around some of the most pressing civil rights challenges of our time. A special presentation of the Reverend Jesse L. Jackson, Sr. Freedom and Justice Awards will be presented to Bishop Michael Eddy, Bishop Dr. Byron Brazier, and Reverend Dr. Jeremiah Wright.

Saturday, June 13, opens the final day with the Saturday Morning Forum: The Power of the Rainbow PUSH Coalition (Faith, Civic, Labor, Business in Action), starting at 8:00 am, featuring breakfast and networking. The broadcast, which begins at 10:00 am, will feature speakers including Dr. Obery Hendricks, Congressman Jonathan Jackson, former Congressman Jesse Jackson, Jr., State Rep. Chris Rabb, State Representative Justin Jones (TN-52), and Judge Greg Mathis, among others to be announced.

The full Rainbow PUSH 2026 Annual Convention schedule and speaker lineup are now available here.

To register and learn more, visit: rainbowpushconference.com

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