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Joint Center Accepts Congressional Black Caucus Foundation’s Leadership in Policy Impact Award

Joint Center April 17, 2026

The Joint Center is proud to be honored with the Congressional Black Caucus Foundation’s Leadership in Policy Impact Award. The award was presented at the CBCF’s Legacy & Leadership Gala. 

The gala convenes policymakers, partners, CBCF alumni, cultural leaders, and changemakers for an evening highlighting the future of Black leadership in America. 

Joint Center President Dedrick Asante-Muhammad accepted the award on behalf of the organization. 

See additional photos from the night below.

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From left to right: CBCF Vice President, Center Policy Analysis and Research Dr. Jonathan Cox, Joint Center President Dedrick Asante Muhammad, and CBCF President & CEO Nicole Austin-Hillery

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From left to right: Chief of Staff Monica Mitchell, President Dedrick Asante-Muhammad, VP Government Affairs Sophia Kerby, and VP Research and Programs Steve Hawkins

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