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MLK Poster Contest Submissions Now Open

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MLK Commission, HHOMA to honor student winners of Project on Racism Contest and 41st Annual Poster Competition on January 18, 2025

The Herbert Henderson Office of Minority Affairs (HHOMA) will host an award ceremony to celebrate… Full Story
MLK Commission, HHOMA honor life and legacy of Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. with Ecumenical service

Ceremony will begin at 3 p.m. on January 12, 2025, at First Baptist Church. Full Story
The Martin Luther King, Jr. State Holiday Commission announces annual creative contests for students to celebrate Martin Luther King Jr.’s legacy

Essay Entries are due by midnight November 18; Posters are due December 6 Full Story
Herbert Henderson Office of Minority Affairs To Host Listening Tour in Parkersburg

Governor Jim Justice and the Herbert Henderson Office of Minority Affairs (HHOMA) … Full Story

Herbert Henderson Office of Minority Affairs To Host Listening Tour in Mount Hope

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HHOMA launches statewide listening tour

Invites all public and community comments Full Story
HHOMA announces lineup and vendors for Juneteenth celebration at Capitol Complex this Saturday

The Herbert Henderson Office of Minority Affairs (HHOMA) is excited to unveil the fantastic… Full Story

HHOMA announces Raheem DeVaughn and Glenn Jones live in concert for the Juneteenth Celebration on Saturday, June 15

The Herbert Henderson Office of Minority Affairs (HHOMA) is excited to announce Raheem DeVaughn… Full Story

HHOMA seeks vendors and performers for annual Juneteenth Celebration on Saturday, June 15

The Herbert Henderson Office of Minority Affairs (HHOMA) is seeking vendors, performers,… Full Story

Registration now open for HHOMA 2024 Minority Business Expo in Ranson

Deadline to register for the 2024 Minority Business Expo is April 1, 2024 Full Story
Distinguished Educator Dr. Elisha Lewis to Deliver Keynote at 2024 MLK Ecumenical Service

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MLK Commission, HHOMA honor life and legacy of Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. with Ecumenical service, march, bell-ringing ceremony

Ceremony starts at 9:30 a.m. at the Culture Center on Jan. 15 and can be viewed live on West… Full Story
MLK Commission, HHOMA to honor student winners of Project on Racism Contest and 40th Annual Poster Competition on Jan. 13

The Herbert Henderson Office of Minority Affairs (HHOMA) will host an award ceremony to… Full Story

Martin Luther King Jr. State Holiday Commission extends deadline on nominations for 2024 “Living the Dream Awards”

Public invited to nominate award honorees through Friday, Dec. 15 Full Story
The Martin Luther King, Jr. State Holiday Commission announces deadline extension for annual poster contest to celebrate Dr. King’s legacy

Poster submissions are now due Dec. 15 Full Story
The Martin Luther King, Jr. State Holiday Commission announces annual creative contests for students to celebrate Dr. King’s legacy

Essay entries due by midnight Nov. 13, posters due Dec. 1 Full Story
Martin Luther King Jr. State Holiday Commission accepting nominations for 2024 “Living the Dream Awards”

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One week until HHOMA 2023 Minority Business Expo in Charleston

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HHOMA Announces Minority Business Expo 2023

The Herbert Henderson Office of Minority Affairs will provide free lunch and networking… Full Story
HHOMA announces West Virginia artists live in concert for the Juneteenth Celebration on Saturday, June 17

The Herbert Henderson Office of Minority Affairs (HHOMA) is excited to announce the West… Full Story

HHOMA announces Dru Hill live in concert for Juneteenth Celebration on Saturday, June 17

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MLK Commission and HHOMA to honor the life and legacy of Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. with Ecumenical service, march, and bell-ringing ceremony

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MLK Commission and HHOMA to honor student winners of Project on Racism Contest and 39th Annual Poster Competition Jan. 14

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The Martin Luther King, Jr. State Holiday Commission announces annual creative contests for students to celebrate Martin Luther King Jr.’s legacy

The Martin Luther King Jr.

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Martin Luther King Jr. State Holiday Commission accepting nominations for 2023 “Living the Dream Awards”

Public invited to nominate award honorees through Thursday, Nov. 17, 2022 Full Story
HHOMA announces Minority Business Expo 2022

The Herbert Henderson Office of Minority Affairs (HHOMA) is excited to bring innovation and… Full Story

HHOMA announces Juneteenth Celebration performers ahead of its return to an in-person venue

​Free event returns to the State Capitol Complex on Saturday, June 18, from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. Full Story
West Virginia Suffragist Memorial Committee seeks public input

The West Virginia Suffragist Memorial Committee seeks ideas and support from the public on the… Full Story

HHOMA seeks vendors and performers for annual Juneteenth Celebration on Saturday, June 18

The Herbert Henderson Office of Minority Affairs (HHOMA) is seeking vendors, performers,… Full Story

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Charleston, WV 25305
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