Besa Gordon at Spokane NAACP Gala: Celebrating Unity, Black Excellence, and Community
Besa Gordon joined Erin Mayovsky on Good Day Seattle to give a sneak peek of this weekend’s episode which uplifts the Spokane NAACP Freedom Fund Gala.
By Besa Gordon
Wow, what an incredible night! I was absolutely floored by the energy, passion, and unity that filled the room at the Spokane NAACP Freedom Fund Gala. As a guest of the Spokane NAACP, I felt incredibly privileged to be a part of such a momentous occasion.
The night was filled with powerful speeches, inspiring performances, and a palpable sense of community. Hill Harper's keynote address was particularly moving, reminding us that "unity is not just a word, it's our weapon." His words resonated deeply with me, and I left the event feeling more empowered and motivated than ever to fight for social justice.
Lisa Gardner, President of the Spokane NAACP, spoke eloquently about the organization's 100-year legacy of service. Her words were a powerful reminder of the tireless work that the NAACP has done to advance the cause of racial equality. As she said, "The NAACP is not just a small little chapter that's fly by night. We've been doing the work here for over 100 years."
Here is a preview of the full story airing this weekend on Back2Besa on FOX 13 Seattle.
Spokane City Council President Betsy Wilkerson also spoke about the importance of the NAACP's work. She emphasized the need to support community leaders who are working to make a difference. Her words were a call to action, urging us to get involved and fight for the change we want to see in the world.
The Gala was a beautiful celebration of Black excellence, featuring captivating performances and a sense of joy and pride that was truly infectious. As Alethea Sharea Dumas said, "We need each other to make change. We can't do the work that we do without one another."
I am so grateful to the Spokane NAACP for inviting me to be a part of this special event. It was an honor to be surrounded by such inspiring individuals who are dedicated to making a difference in the world. I left the Gala feeling hopeful and energized, ready to continue the fight for social justice. - Besa Gordon.
Catch the full recap this weekend on Back2Besa: Saturday at 10:30 pm on FOX13 Seattle, Sunday at 10 am on FOX13+, and FREE nationwide on the FOX Local App.
