African American Mayors Association

Mayors know their communities best. That's why we partner with them to make a greater impact. We're inspired by the winners of the recent Nutrition Access, Affordability, and Education Grant recipients, thanks to a partnership between the @ourmayors and the American Beverage Foundation for a Healthy America. We think you'll be too! Dive into their programs at the link below! BeverageFoundation.org/AAMA #community #grantprogram #mayors

A message from our president.

Watch the #AAMA2026 Legacy Awards Dinner here: youtube.com/live/wMjThB3qz…

The African American Mayors Association proudly announces Baltimore @MayorBMScott as President of the AAMA Board of Trustees. Mayor Scott will help advance AAMA’s mission to strengthen local governance, elevate Black mayors & deliver results for the communities we serve.#AAMA2026

Watch the #AAMA2026 @AmeriBev Grant Awards Ceremony now: youtube.com/live/DOYTl964P…

“There are no more important people for this work than America’s mayors, especially Black mayors who understand what’s at stake.”— @staceyabrams at the AAMA 2026 Conference Kickoff Session Watch on YouTube: youtube.com/live/ter7T2PLk…

Tomorrow, we'll be on the move in Washington, D.C. 🚶🏾‍♂️💙 Join us for a Move with the Mayor® Walk/Run at the African American Mayors Association 2026 Conference. Connect with mayors from across the country while getting your steps in. 📅 Friday, April 10 ⏰ 7–7:30 a.m. 📍 JW Marriott Lobby, Washington, DC Bundle up. It'll be around 40°F, so bring layers and your walking shoes. Questions? Call or text 515-422-4498. Learn more: nationalforum.org/connect-with-m… #MoveWithTheMayor #AAMA2026

Listening to @staceyabrams at the @OurMayors conference. "A mayor gave me my first political job. That mayor was Maynard Jackson." #AAMAConference2026

“A mayor changed my life… he listened to what I said… and said I’m going to show you, you can have authority…” -@staceyabrams at #AAMA2026 WATCH NOW: youtube.com/live/ter7T2PLk…

We hope you can join us for a Move with the Mayor® Walk/Run at AAMA 2026 Conference! #MoveWithTheMayor

April 7 is National Black Bookstore Day. Founded by Kevin Johnson in honor of his mother, Georgia “Mother Rose” West, this day recognizes Black-owned bookstores as pillars of literacy, culture, and community. AAMA proudly joins cities in uplifting these spaces.

Power. Policy. Purpose. The AAMA Annual Conference 2026 brings it all to Washington, DC. @staceyabrams — April 9 @Kaepernick7 — April 10 Be in the room. AAMAconference.com

AAMA strongly condemns SAVE Act.

@MayorPhilJones of Newport News, VA & AAMA’s Second Vice President, is calling for Congressional authorization of any further strikes against Iran. "As a Marine Corps veteran, I know firsthand the cost of war. The recent U.S. strikes in Iran demand constitutional oversight.”

More than 50 mayors sign onto a letter declaring that flags will be lowered on their public buildings between Sunday March 1 and Saturday, March 7 in honor of the late civil rights icon Reverend Jesse Jackson, Sr. and calling on state governors and fellow mayors to do the same.

AAMA President and Savannah @MayorJohnsonSAV on the passing of Rev. Jesse Jackson, Sr.: Jackson expanded what was possible for Black leadership in America. We will honor his memory by recommitting ourselves to the fight for a better, more just nation. Keep Hope Alive.

Statement from the African American Mayors Association on racist post from President Trump.

Black History Month Spotlight | AAMA Founders Oliver Gilbert, Mayor of Miami Gardens, FL (2012–2020), led Florida’s largest majority-Black city. Cedric B. Glover, Mayor of Shreveport, LA (2006–2014) was the city’s first Black mayor.

The Community Data Health Initiative + AAMA launch a national initiative to honor city leadership creating healthier communities by tackling air quality, extreme heat, and lead service line replacement. APPLY here by 11:59pm ET, February 28, 2026: airtable.com/appheIIILyHmxf…

Black History Month Spotlight | AAMA Founding Trustees: Alvin Brown, Mayor of Jacksonville, FL (2011–2015) and the city’s first Black mayor, and Ed Brown, Mayor of St. Joseph, LA (2000–2016) and the town’s first Black mayor— representing cities and towns of every size.