Kermit Moore, Jr. stands as a pillar of dedication, integrity, and justice in the Memphis labor and civil rights community. Raised in the heart of Memphis by his parents, the late Kermit L. Moore, Sr. and Louisa Moore, Kermit inherited a legacy of service, perseverance, and love for his city. A proud graduate of Memphis Technical High School and a track scholarship recipient at Alcorn State University, his roots run deep—and so does his commitment to the people of Memphis.

Kermit’s journey as a union activist began in 1985 with United Paperworkers International Union Local 1766, where his natural leadership and drive quickly elevated him to shop steward and later to the contract and negotiation committee. His career has been marked by unwavering advocacy, whether representing his peers as shop steward with International Union Electrical Workers 790 or serving as Chief Steward at Cleo Inc, always fighting for dignity, fair wages, and safer working conditions.

His passion for justice led him to the Memphis A. Philip Randolph Institute in 1989, where he was quickly recognized for his commitment and elected President in 1991. Kermit’s influence expanded well beyond Memphis—he was chosen as Southern Region Representative to the National APRI Board for a full decade, helping shape APRI’s vision across states and amplifying the impact of the Black-Labor Alliance.

As a community organizer, Kermit has championed countless campaigns—from voter education and Get Out The Vote drives to human rights workshops and grassroots labor training. His work with the Mississippi Workers’ Center for Human Rights and his role as Social Justice Facilitator at the 2006 World Social Forum in Caracas, Venezuela prove his resolve to build bridges across borders and fight injustice wherever it appears.

Kermit’s leadership is more than a résumé—it’s a legacy of empowering workers, uplifting neighborhoods, and defending democracy. In retirement, he continues to serve the Memphis and West TN AFL-CIO Central Labor Council and the Memphis NAACP Executive Committee, and remains an active voice for his own Lauderdale Sub Neighborhood Association. He is a driving force in coalitions and a champion for the everyday heroes of Memphis.

Above all his advocacy, Kermit cherishes his role as father to Kermeshia and Xavier and as grandfather to one beloved grandson. A man grounded in faith, he devotes himself to service at the Glory Land Deliverance Temple Church of God and Christ.

For over 35 years, Kermit L. Moore, Jr. has embodied the heart of Memphis APRI and the belief that real change comes from courageous leaders who never stop fighting for their people. His life and work inspire all who seek justice, solidarity, and hope for Memphis and beyond.

L.J. Abraham is a dynamic force for social change in Memphis, Tennessee—an activist, organizer, and community builder determined to confront injustice wherever it appears. As founder of 901 Community Fridges, L.J. champions grassroots solutions to food insecurity, placing fully-stocked refrigerators throughout Memphis neighborhoods to ensure families and children have reliable access to healthy meals, especially during the toughest summer months. Her vision is rooted in dignity, nourishing hope, and creating networks of care within her city’s most underserved communities.

Beyond fighting hunger, L.J. stands at the front lines of Memphis’s struggle for racial justice and police reform. After the tragic death of Tyre Nichols in 2023, her advocacy and organizing were instrumental in mobilizing community outrage, leading powerful protests, and demanding accountability—culminating in the disbandment of the MPD’s SCORPION unit. L.J.’s leadership goes beyond single victories; she pushes for lasting structural change and reminds us, “This is just the next step on this journey for justice and accountability.”

Her commitment extends into educational advocacy as well. In 2023, after being banned from Memphis-Shelby County School Board meetings due to her insistent calls for transparency and community voice, L.J. and fellow activists took bold legal action, challenging systems that try to silence the people they are meant to serve. Her fight underscores the necessity of open, accountable leadership for Memphis’s future.

Through every campaign and every act of solidarity, L.J. Abraham works to build a Memphis where every resident is supported, every voice is heard, and every life is valued. Tireless, passionate, and unafraid, she continues to lead as the West TN Community Organizer—lifting up her city, demanding progress, and inspiring others to join her in the work for equity and justice.