About

The Louisiana Legislative Black Caucus (LLBC) was established in 1977. The ten founders of LLBC were Rev. Avery C. Alexander, Diana E. Bajoie, Sidney Barthelemy, Louis Charbonnet, III, Nick Connor, Joseph A. Delpit, Alphonse Jackson, Johnny Jackson, Jr., Thomas Jasper, and Richard Turnley, Jr.

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  • Rev. Avery C. Alexander
  • Diana E. Bajoie
  • Sidney Barthelemy
  • Louis Charbonnet
  • George N. Connor

The Louisiana Legislative Black Caucus

Our Mission and Goals

The mission of the LLBC is to raise the quality of life for African Americans, the indigent and working people through legislation, education and economic development.

  • Enacting legislation that positively impacts and repealing legislation that negatively impacts the Black Caucus’ constituencies.

  • Implementing and promoting policies which allow all citizens fair and open access to educational and economical advancement opportunities.

  • Providing leadership in challenging policies which hinder the progress of African Americans.

  • Organizing and maintaining a networking system in Louisiana that links together elected officials, faith-based and civic organizations, businesses and colleges and universities for identifying cutting-edge issues that affect Louisiana’s African American citizenry.

  • Developing and implementing community-based programs, meetings and forums for the distribution of information.

  • Serving as a united public voice for the African American population in Louisiana.

Louisiana Legislative Black Caucus

Legislative Priorities

The Louisiana Legislative Black Caucus is focused on improving the quality of life for African Americans, working families, and underserved communities.

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