In Episode 6 of the NAACP Akron Unit’s Power and Community podcast, Dr. Goggins and Willie B. reflect on a powerful June filled with Juneteenth celebrations, community education, civic engagement, and renewed calls for organized action. The conversation highlights the importance of staying informed, protecting voting rights, supporting justice-centered organizations, and continuing the work with integrity, courage, and steadfastness.

Resource & mentioned links:

Previous housing/zoning episode referenced in the transcript
https://naacpakronpodcast.buzzsprout.com/2500020/episodes/18956363-power-community-podcast-season-3-episode-3-march-2026 - Discussing Akron zoning, minimum lot sizes, and housing density.

City of Akron Planning & Urban Development / zoning information
https://www.akronohio.gov/departments/planning_urban_development/index.php
About zoning changes, minimum lot sizes, single-family zoning, and development standards. (akronohio.gov)

Juneteenth Stronger Together Celebration 2026
https://www.akronurbanleague.org/event/juneteenth-stronger-together-celebration-2026/

117th NAACP National Convention
https://naacp.org/convention
NAACP National Convention in Chicago; July 18–22, 2026. (NAACP)

Obama Presidential Center tickets/info
https://www.obama.org/visit/museum-tickets/
The official page has the most current museum ticket information - obama.org

Black College Football Hall of Fame Classic / HBCU events
https://www.profootballhof.com/black-college-football-hall-of-fame-classic/schedule-of-events - This supports the HBCU Classic, college fair, Battle of the Bands, and related opportunities discussed in the episode. (Pro Football Hall of Fame)

NAACP Akron Power & Community Podcast is available now wherever you get your podcasts or visit - https://www.buzzsprout.com/admin/2500020/episodes.

NAACP Akron website - www.NAACPAkron.org