ULLA 2022 Gala logo

Saturday, August 6, 2022
Ernest N. Morial Convention Center

Benefactor Pre-Reception 6 p.m. and Gala 7 p.m. – 11 p.m.

Semi-formal attire. Black tie optional.

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“Not everything that is faced can be changed, but nothing can be changed until it is faced.”

— James Baldwin

Join us for the 2022 Annual Gala as we recognize notable CHANGEMAKERS in our community while also shining a spotlight on our mission-driven efforts 
IMPACTING CHANGE FOR GOOD.

Honorees

Tessie Prevost

Civil Rights Pioneer

Member of the
New Orleans Four

Gail Etienne

Civil Rights Pioneer

Member of the
New Orleans Four

Leona Tate

Civil Rights Pioneer

Member of the
New Orleans Four

Ashley Shelton

Power Coalition for Equity and Justice

Eugene Collins

NAACP
Baton Rouge Chapter

Sharon Lavigne

Rise St. James

Entertainment

Gina Brown & Anutha Level

Royal Essence Band

New Orleans Saints & Pelicans • Adams & Reese, L.L.P. • CVS Health • Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana

Chris D’Amour • DMM & Associates • Jones Walker • James Carter & Associates • Evan James Consulting • New Orleans Business Alliance • Foundation For Louisiana • Greater New Orleans Foundation • KIPP New Orleans Schools • Berni Consulting • Boh Bros. • Xavier University • Greater New Orleans, Inc. • NOCCI/Bayou Classi c• Ashe` Cultural Arts Center/Efforts of Grac e• Bright Moments & TAB Strategie s• United Way SELA • Total Community Action, Inc. • Port of New Orleans