🎤 Join us for a Juneteenth forum featuring the candidates seeking to fill the legendary seat of Texas’s 18th Congressional District — a seat long held by the late Congresswoman Sheila Jackson Lee, the visionary leader who created the Juneteenth federal holiday!
🎈 At the close of the event, we will come together for a balloon release to commemorate the life and impact of Congresswoman Sheila Jackson Lee, reflecting on her contributions and the future she inspired.
🗳️ This is a nonpartisan event, welcoming Republicans, Democrats, and Independents alike to come together, reflect, and honor the legacy of a woman who fought tirelessly for all Americans. Juneteenth is a federal holiday, and this forum is a powerful reminder that progress requires all voices at the table.
🌟 This forum is more than just a meet and greet — it’s a chance to honor the life and legacy of a tireless champion for justice, equality, and opportunity. It’s about ensuring that the voices of our community remain strong, and that the next generation of leaders is ready to carry the torch.
⛳️ 40 Acre Conference Golf Tournament:
This forum is part of the 8th Annual 40 Acre Conference Weekend and 4th Juneteenth Celebration, which kicks off with a themed 18-hole golf tournament at Hermann Park Golf Course. Featuring awards for 1st, 2nd, and Last place, on-the-green giveaways, the Freedom Pitch, an awards ceremony, and a special panel. The day will culminate with a tribute to Congresswoman Sheila Jackson Lee, including a powerful Juneteenth Balloon Release in her honor.
🎙️ Candidate Forum:
Candidates will have two to three chances to speak, including the opportunity to introduce themselves and share how they plan to honor Juneteenth if elected to Congress.
🗓️ This event is part of the 40 Acre Conference, a three-day gathering that brings together leaders, influencers, and changemakers. On Juneteenth itself, the conference will feature three major events, including this candidate forum honoring the legacy of Sheila Jackson Lee.
- 👥 WHO: Multiple Community Organizations
- 📅 WHAT: TX18 Forum & SJL Juneteenth Reflection
- 🗓️ WHEN: June 19, 2025
- 📍 WHERE: Hermann Park Golf Course (Indoor Pavilion)
- ⏰ TIME: 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
- 🗣️ PROGRAM:
- 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM: Meet & Greet, Networking
- 2:00 PM: Candidate Introductions & Presentations
- 3:00 PM: Tribute to Former Congresswoman Sheila Jackson Lee & Balloon Release
CANDIDATES: (alphabetized)
- Amanda Edwards (Light confirmation)
- Christian Menifee (Pending)
- Corisa Rogers (Light confirmation)
- Ebony Rain Eatmon (Pending)
- Isiah Martin (Light confirmation)
- James Joseph (Pending)
- Jarvis Johnson (Light confirmation)
- Reyna Anderson (Pending)
- Robert Slater (Light confirmation)
- Zoe Cadore (Pending)
🎯 Purpose:
To provide a platform for the next generation of leaders seeking to fill this legendary seat in Texas’s 18th Congressional District, ensuring the district’s future reflects the values and passion Congresswoman Lee fought for.
⚖️ Why This Matters:
Congresswoman Sheila Jackson Lee didn’t just represent a district — she represented a movement. From advocating for civil rights to establishing Juneteenth as a national holiday, her legacy is one of courage, conviction, and unshakable commitment to her community. This forum is our way of honoring that legacy, elevating the voices of those who seek to carry her torch, and ensuring her life’s work continues to inspire future generations.
🔗 Join us for a day of reflection, dialogue, and action as we pass the torch to the next generation of leaders.
🤝 Partners:
- 40 Acre Conference
- Houston Millennials
- Legacy Builders
- Houston Justice
- TX Federation of the People's Foundation
- The Culture Commission
- NHPO (National Hispanic Professional Organization)
- Dia Del Salvadoreno
- Collmbia United USA
- Jolt
- ROAD Women
- and more joining every day
