Contra Costa Supervisor Gioia to be Honored at NAACP Richmond Banquet

The annual event recognizes community leaders advancing equity and justice.

Published on Mar. 7, 2026

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Contra Costa County District 1 Supervisor John Gioia will be among those honored at the NAACP Richmond Branch's annual Community Engagement Recognition Banquet this Saturday, March 7th at Contra Costa College. The event, which includes refreshments at 3:30 p.m. and the program at 4:30 p.m., recognizes local leaders working to advance equity and justice in the community.

Why it matters

The NAACP Richmond Branch has been a leading civil rights organization in the area since 1944, advocating against discrimination and promoting social justice. Honoring community leaders like Supervisor Gioia at their annual banquet highlights the ongoing work to address inequities and build a more inclusive Richmond.

The details

Supervisor Gioia, who represents District 1 on the Contra Costa County Board of Supervisors, will be recognized for his efforts to advance equity and justice in the region. The banquet is an annual event hosted by the NAACP Richmond Branch to acknowledge the contributions of local leaders and organizations.

  • The NAACP Richmond Branch annual Community Engagement Recognition Banquet will take place on Saturday, March 7, 2026.
  • Refreshments will be served at 3:30 p.m., and the program will begin at 4:30 p.m.

The players

John Gioia

Contra Costa County District 1 Supervisor who will be honored at the NAACP Richmond Branch annual banquet for his work advancing equity and justice.

NAACP Richmond Branch

A leading civil rights organization in the Richmond, California area that has been fighting discrimination and working for equity and justice since 1944.

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What they’re saying

“I'm honored to be one of the individuals to be recognized for my work in advancing equity and justice.”

— John Gioia, Contra Costa County District 1 Supervisor (Facebook)

The takeaway

The NAACP Richmond Branch's annual banquet highlights the ongoing efforts of community leaders like Supervisor Gioia to address inequities and promote social justice in the region, building on the organization's longstanding commitment to civil rights.