Ohio Legislative Black Caucus Foundation
@olbcfoundation.bsky.social
Empowering Black Ohio, Driving Equitable Change!
Uplifting Ohio’s Black community through advocacy, research, education and policy change!
Uplifting Ohio’s Black community through advocacy, research, education and policy change!
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Congrats to our President & CEO, Shayla L. Davis, for being selected as one of the 35 members of the 2025 @LeadershipOhio Class! Her leadership continues to uplift voices across Ohio and push for equity, justice, and inclusion.
#LeadershipOhio #OLBCF #Blackohio
#LeadershipOhio #OLBCF #Blackohio
🚨 BREAKING: The OLBCF Foundation issues a strong response to Governor DeWine’s signing of HB 96—raising urgent concerns over its impact on Black Ohioans. We’re also sounding the alarm on Trump’s so-called “Big Beautiful Bill,” which could further endanger equity and opportunity in our communities.
July 8, 2025 at 10:09 PM
🚨 BREAKING: The OLBCF Foundation issues a strong response to Governor DeWine’s signing of HB 96—raising urgent concerns over its impact on Black Ohioans. We’re also sounding the alarm on Trump’s so-called “Big Beautiful Bill,” which could further endanger equity and opportunity in our communities.
We demand that state lawmakers listen to the courts, the communities they serve, and the educators on the frontlines. OLBCF will continue to monitor developments in this case and advocate for policies that advance equity, fairness, and justice in Ohio’s education system.
June 26, 2025 at 11:54 AM
We demand that state lawmakers listen to the courts, the communities they serve, and the educators on the frontlines. OLBCF will continue to monitor developments in this case and advocate for policies that advance equity, fairness, and justice in Ohio’s education system.
Let’s all give Jayah a warm welcome! Drop a 👋 or a 👏 in the comments to show your support as she steps into this important leadership role.
Together, we’re ready to amplify our impact—and Jayah’s communications expertise will help us get there. 💪
Together, we’re ready to amplify our impact—and Jayah’s communications expertise will help us get there. 💪
June 25, 2025 at 1:17 PM
Let’s all give Jayah a warm welcome! Drop a 👋 or a 👏 in the comments to show your support as she steps into this important leadership role.
Together, we’re ready to amplify our impact—and Jayah’s communications expertise will help us get there. 💪
Together, we’re ready to amplify our impact—and Jayah’s communications expertise will help us get there. 💪
We recently gathered in Cincinnati for a powerful Juneteenth Happy Hour—a moment to celebrate our freedom and recommit to the work ahead.
June 22, 2025 at 2:17 PM
We recently gathered in Cincinnati for a powerful Juneteenth Happy Hour—a moment to celebrate our freedom and recommit to the work ahead.
Freedom wasn’t given — it was fought for. ✊🏾
Today we honor the legacy of Juneteenth while recognizing that the fight for justice and equity continues.
#Juneteenth #FreedomDay #OLBCF #KeepFighting
Today we honor the legacy of Juneteenth while recognizing that the fight for justice and equity continues.
#Juneteenth #FreedomDay #OLBCF #KeepFighting
June 19, 2025 at 12:30 PM
Freedom wasn’t given — it was fought for. ✊🏾
Today we honor the legacy of Juneteenth while recognizing that the fight for justice and equity continues.
#Juneteenth #FreedomDay #OLBCF #KeepFighting
Today we honor the legacy of Juneteenth while recognizing that the fight for justice and equity continues.
#Juneteenth #FreedomDay #OLBCF #KeepFighting
It’s important for us to reflect on the powerful and necessary conversation held during the State of Black America 2 in Columbus.
June 18, 2025 at 11:16 PM
It’s important for us to reflect on the powerful and necessary conversation held during the State of Black America 2 in Columbus.
This past weekend, our President & CEO Shayla L Davis joined an incredible panel at The State of Black America 2 alongside Roland Martin, Bishop Timothy J. Clarke, Rev. Joseph W. Stanley Jr., Pastor Michael Young, Pastor Derrick K. Holmes...
June 16, 2025 at 7:41 PM
This past weekend, our President & CEO Shayla L Davis joined an incredible panel at The State of Black America 2 alongside Roland Martin, Bishop Timothy J. Clarke, Rev. Joseph W. Stanley Jr., Pastor Michael Young, Pastor Derrick K. Holmes...
Happy Father’s Day from OLBCF!
Today, we celebrate the fathers, father figures, and mentors who guide with unwavering love, strength, and purpose. Your presence matters — and your impact lasts generations. 💛
#FathersDay #OLBCFFoundation #Leadership #Fatherhood #CommunityStrength
Today, we celebrate the fathers, father figures, and mentors who guide with unwavering love, strength, and purpose. Your presence matters — and your impact lasts generations. 💛
#FathersDay #OLBCFFoundation #Leadership #Fatherhood #CommunityStrength
June 15, 2025 at 1:39 PM
Happy Father’s Day from OLBCF!
Today, we celebrate the fathers, father figures, and mentors who guide with unwavering love, strength, and purpose. Your presence matters — and your impact lasts generations. 💛
#FathersDay #OLBCFFoundation #Leadership #Fatherhood #CommunityStrength
Today, we celebrate the fathers, father figures, and mentors who guide with unwavering love, strength, and purpose. Your presence matters — and your impact lasts generations. 💛
#FathersDay #OLBCFFoundation #Leadership #Fatherhood #CommunityStrength
OLBCF Calls on Ohioans to Take Action!
We reject this budget and demand investments in:
• Public schools
• Affordable child care
• Black communities
• Healthcare access
• Voting rights
We reject this budget and demand investments in:
• Public schools
• Affordable child care
• Black communities
• Healthcare access
• Voting rights
June 12, 2025 at 7:36 PM
OLBCF Calls on Ohioans to Take Action!
We reject this budget and demand investments in:
• Public schools
• Affordable child care
• Black communities
• Healthcare access
• Voting rights
We reject this budget and demand investments in:
• Public schools
• Affordable child care
• Black communities
• Healthcare access
• Voting rights
🌈 Happy Pride Month from OLBCF! 🌈
We believe true liberation must include ALL of us. This June, we reaffirm our commitment to celebrating every identity, uplifting every voice, and building an Ohio where everyone can thrive. #PrideMonth #OLBCF #InclusiveOhio #LGBTQ+
We believe true liberation must include ALL of us. This June, we reaffirm our commitment to celebrating every identity, uplifting every voice, and building an Ohio where everyone can thrive. #PrideMonth #OLBCF #InclusiveOhio #LGBTQ+
June 10, 2025 at 5:25 PM
🌈 Happy Pride Month from OLBCF! 🌈
We believe true liberation must include ALL of us. This June, we reaffirm our commitment to celebrating every identity, uplifting every voice, and building an Ohio where everyone can thrive. #PrideMonth #OLBCF #InclusiveOhio #LGBTQ+
We believe true liberation must include ALL of us. This June, we reaffirm our commitment to celebrating every identity, uplifting every voice, and building an Ohio where everyone can thrive. #PrideMonth #OLBCF #InclusiveOhio #LGBTQ+
WHAT: THE STATE OF BLACK AMERICA 2: WHERE DO WE GO AFTER THE ELECTIONS - PART OF BLACK GIRL DAD WEEK
WHEN: FRIDAY, JUNE 13, 2025 7:00PM TO 9:00PM
Pre-event: 6:00pm to 7:00pm "Winning With Black Men & Black Women Community Focus Group"
Main event: 7:00pm to 9:00pm
WHEN: FRIDAY, JUNE 13, 2025 7:00PM TO 9:00PM
Pre-event: 6:00pm to 7:00pm "Winning With Black Men & Black Women Community Focus Group"
Main event: 7:00pm to 9:00pm
June 5, 2025 at 12:08 PM
WHAT: THE STATE OF BLACK AMERICA 2: WHERE DO WE GO AFTER THE ELECTIONS - PART OF BLACK GIRL DAD WEEK
WHEN: FRIDAY, JUNE 13, 2025 7:00PM TO 9:00PM
Pre-event: 6:00pm to 7:00pm "Winning With Black Men & Black Women Community Focus Group"
Main event: 7:00pm to 9:00pm
WHEN: FRIDAY, JUNE 13, 2025 7:00PM TO 9:00PM
Pre-event: 6:00pm to 7:00pm "Winning With Black Men & Black Women Community Focus Group"
Main event: 7:00pm to 9:00pm
📣 You’re Invited (by Invitation Only)
Join us for a special Focus Group hosted by OLBCF to help shape the release of the State Ohio Black Report: The Voters Voice.
Join us for a special Focus Group hosted by OLBCF to help shape the release of the State Ohio Black Report: The Voters Voice.
June 4, 2025 at 1:44 PM
📣 You’re Invited (by Invitation Only)
Join us for a special Focus Group hosted by OLBCF to help shape the release of the State Ohio Black Report: The Voters Voice.
Join us for a special Focus Group hosted by OLBCF to help shape the release of the State Ohio Black Report: The Voters Voice.
Community pressure works. After public outcry and advocacy from leaders, organizations, and everyday people, Cleveland Clinic updated its copay policy.
May 30, 2025 at 4:41 PM
Community pressure works. After public outcry and advocacy from leaders, organizations, and everyday people, Cleveland Clinic updated its copay policy.
71 Years Later, the Fight Continues
On this day in 1954, the Supreme Court ruled in Brown v. Board of Education that “separate but equal” was unconstitutional.
Today, we remember this landmark decision — but also reflect on the growing racial and economic divides in our schools.
On this day in 1954, the Supreme Court ruled in Brown v. Board of Education that “separate but equal” was unconstitutional.
Today, we remember this landmark decision — but also reflect on the growing racial and economic divides in our schools.
May 17, 2025 at 3:34 PM
71 Years Later, the Fight Continues
On this day in 1954, the Supreme Court ruled in Brown v. Board of Education that “separate but equal” was unconstitutional.
Today, we remember this landmark decision — but also reflect on the growing racial and economic divides in our schools.
On this day in 1954, the Supreme Court ruled in Brown v. Board of Education that “separate but equal” was unconstitutional.
Today, we remember this landmark decision — but also reflect on the growing racial and economic divides in our schools.
This policy is yet another barrier designed to push Black, working-class, and low-income communities further to the margins. Healthcare should be a human right, now a luxury!
May 15, 2025 at 5:49 PM
This policy is yet another barrier designed to push Black, working-class, and low-income communities further to the margins. Healthcare should be a human right, now a luxury!
FACT: Mental health matters. 16% of Black Americans report experiencing a mental illness, yet only 1 in 3 receive the care they need. Let’s break the stigma and build access to healing. Your mind deserves care too. #olbcf #blackohio #mentalhealth #mentalhealthawareness #youmatter
May 14, 2025 at 3:20 PM
FACT: Mental health matters. 16% of Black Americans report experiencing a mental illness, yet only 1 in 3 receive the care they need. Let’s break the stigma and build access to healing. Your mind deserves care too. #olbcf #blackohio #mentalhealth #mentalhealthawareness #youmatter
Today, we celebrate the strength, love, and legacy of mothers and mother figures who shape our families and communities with unwavering grace. Happy Mother’s Day from all of us at OLBCF #happymothersday #motherday
May 11, 2025 at 2:05 PM
Today, we celebrate the strength, love, and legacy of mothers and mother figures who shape our families and communities with unwavering grace. Happy Mother’s Day from all of us at OLBCF #happymothersday #motherday
May is Preeclampsia Awareness Month
Preeclampsia is a serious pregnancy complication that affects 1 in 25 pregnancies, with Black women facing significantly higher risks. This month, OLBCF honors the lives impacted, raises awareness, and advocates for equity in maternal healthcare.
Preeclampsia is a serious pregnancy complication that affects 1 in 25 pregnancies, with Black women facing significantly higher risks. This month, OLBCF honors the lives impacted, raises awareness, and advocates for equity in maternal healthcare.
May 9, 2025 at 12:43 PM
May is Preeclampsia Awareness Month
Preeclampsia is a serious pregnancy complication that affects 1 in 25 pregnancies, with Black women facing significantly higher risks. This month, OLBCF honors the lives impacted, raises awareness, and advocates for equity in maternal healthcare.
Preeclampsia is a serious pregnancy complication that affects 1 in 25 pregnancies, with Black women facing significantly higher risks. This month, OLBCF honors the lives impacted, raises awareness, and advocates for equity in maternal healthcare.
Your voice matters. Your vote matters.
The future is shaped by those who show up — at the polls and in their communities.
Let’s stand together and make our voices heard.
Vote. Empower. Impact.
#OLBCF #Vote2025 #BlackVotesMatter #blackohio #OurFutureOurVoice
The future is shaped by those who show up — at the polls and in their communities.
Let’s stand together and make our voices heard.
Vote. Empower. Impact.
#OLBCF #Vote2025 #BlackVotesMatter #blackohio #OurFutureOurVoice
May 6, 2025 at 1:41 PM
Your voice matters. Your vote matters.
The future is shaped by those who show up — at the polls and in their communities.
Let’s stand together and make our voices heard.
Vote. Empower. Impact.
#OLBCF #Vote2025 #BlackVotesMatter #blackohio #OurFutureOurVoice
The future is shaped by those who show up — at the polls and in their communities.
Let’s stand together and make our voices heard.
Vote. Empower. Impact.
#OLBCF #Vote2025 #BlackVotesMatter #blackohio #OurFutureOurVoice
Your voice matters—let it be heard. Issue 2 is on the ballot, and the outcome affects us all. Stay informed, get involved, and make your vote count!
#Issue2 #VoteOhio #YourVoiceMatters #OLBCF #StayInformed #OhioVotes
#Issue2 #VoteOhio #YourVoiceMatters #OLBCF #StayInformed #OhioVotes
May 5, 2025 at 12:01 PM
Your voice matters—let it be heard. Issue 2 is on the ballot, and the outcome affects us all. Stay informed, get involved, and make your vote count!
#Issue2 #VoteOhio #YourVoiceMatters #OLBCF #StayInformed #OhioVotes
#Issue2 #VoteOhio #YourVoiceMatters #OLBCF #StayInformed #OhioVotes
Make your voice heard!
Visit VoteOhio.gov and click “Find Your Polling Place” to locate where to vote on May 6th.
Polls are open from 6:30 AM – 7:30 PM.
Let’s show up and shape our future—every vote counts!
#VoteOhio #May6thElection #GetOutTheVote #YourVoiceMatters #blackohio
Visit VoteOhio.gov and click “Find Your Polling Place” to locate where to vote on May 6th.
Polls are open from 6:30 AM – 7:30 PM.
Let’s show up and shape our future—every vote counts!
#VoteOhio #May6thElection #GetOutTheVote #YourVoiceMatters #blackohio
May 2, 2025 at 4:31 PM
Make your voice heard!
Visit VoteOhio.gov and click “Find Your Polling Place” to locate where to vote on May 6th.
Polls are open from 6:30 AM – 7:30 PM.
Let’s show up and shape our future—every vote counts!
#VoteOhio #May6thElection #GetOutTheVote #YourVoiceMatters #blackohio
Visit VoteOhio.gov and click “Find Your Polling Place” to locate where to vote on May 6th.
Polls are open from 6:30 AM – 7:30 PM.
Let’s show up and shape our future—every vote counts!
#VoteOhio #May6thElection #GetOutTheVote #YourVoiceMatters #blackohio
May is Mental Health Awareness Month — a time to speak up, support one another, and break the silence in our communities. Remember: You are NOT alone.
Help is available 24/7. Call or text 988.
#MentalHealthAwareness #YouAreNotAlone #OLBCF #EndTheStigma #blackohio
Help is available 24/7. Call or text 988.
#MentalHealthAwareness #YouAreNotAlone #OLBCF #EndTheStigma #blackohio
May 1, 2025 at 4:17 PM
May is Mental Health Awareness Month — a time to speak up, support one another, and break the silence in our communities. Remember: You are NOT alone.
Help is available 24/7. Call or text 988.
#MentalHealthAwareness #YouAreNotAlone #OLBCF #EndTheStigma #blackohio
Help is available 24/7. Call or text 988.
#MentalHealthAwareness #YouAreNotAlone #OLBCF #EndTheStigma #blackohio
As Minority Health Month comes to a close, the Ohio Legislative Black Caucus Foundation (OLBCF) proudly highlights the inaugural Black Maternal Health Caucus Summit & Press Confernce—a powerful gathering focused on centering Black mothers, uplifting community-led solutions, and...
April 30, 2025 at 10:09 PM
As Minority Health Month comes to a close, the Ohio Legislative Black Caucus Foundation (OLBCF) proudly highlights the inaugural Black Maternal Health Caucus Summit & Press Confernce—a powerful gathering focused on centering Black mothers, uplifting community-led solutions, and...
Congrats to our President & CEO, Shayla L. Davis, for being selected as one of the 35 members of the 2025 @LeadershipOhio Class! Her leadership continues to uplift voices across Ohio and push for equity, justice, and inclusion.
#LeadershipOhio #OLBCF #Blackohio
#LeadershipOhio #OLBCF #Blackohio
April 18, 2025 at 4:22 PM
Congrats to our President & CEO, Shayla L. Davis, for being selected as one of the 35 members of the 2025 @LeadershipOhio Class! Her leadership continues to uplift voices across Ohio and push for equity, justice, and inclusion.
#LeadershipOhio #OLBCF #Blackohio
#LeadershipOhio #OLBCF #Blackohio
🌿 Wellness Wednesday Reminder!
In honor of Minority Health Month, take a moment to recharge in nature! 🌞 Just 20 minutes outside can lower stress levels.
In honor of Minority Health Month, take a moment to recharge in nature! 🌞 Just 20 minutes outside can lower stress levels.
April 16, 2025 at 9:48 PM
🌿 Wellness Wednesday Reminder!
In honor of Minority Health Month, take a moment to recharge in nature! 🌞 Just 20 minutes outside can lower stress levels.
In honor of Minority Health Month, take a moment to recharge in nature! 🌞 Just 20 minutes outside can lower stress levels.