Devont'e Kurt Watson – Economic Development Strategist. Governmental Adviser. Speaker.

The Urgent Need for a Reparations Commission in New Mexico: Healing Through Policy

25 Feb 202425 Feb 2024

The Urgent Need for a Reparations Commission in New Mexico: Healing Through Policy Devont’e Kurt Watson, Equity & Inclusion Consultant Albuquerque Journal & Santa Fe New Mexican on February 24,…

ABQ Journal Op-Ed: NM’s critical Black Education Act has met with a lack of compliance; promises must be kept

I am an advocate for education, a proud product of New Mexico's public education system and of our esteemed public universities. My journey through these institutions has been shaped by…

Ensuring Transparency and Accountability in the Implementation of the Black Education Act

4 Aug 20235 Jun 2025

2023-8-4_bea_nonreporting_dkwDownload August 4, 2023 Subject: Ensuring Transparency and Accountability in the Implementation of the Black Education Act Dear Members of the African-American and Black Community in New Mexico, I hope…

New Mexico Crown Act

15 Sep 20206 Nov 2020

LINK TO 10/6/2020 10:00am NM LESC Hearing: http://sg001-harmony.sliq.net/00293/harmony << NM CROWN ACT Coalition Dashboard >> DRAFT Crown Act House BillDownload DRAFT Crown Act- Senate BillDownload Crown Act OverviewDownload Dove Research…

Global Priorities for New Global and National Leadership

27 Feb 201713 Jul 2020

Global and national leadership transitions come at the most pivotal point in history concerning human rights, security, and sustainability.Considering ourselves as microcosms of the global ecosystem compels thought of better having…

Declare the Emergency: A Call for Moral Policy and Public Safety (PODCAST & LEGISLATIVE POLICY TOOLKITT)

Today, as we reflect on his sacrifice and the anniversary of the Martin Luther King Jr. Association, we must do more than remember—we must respond. Across our country—from neighborhoods to…

Advancing Educational Equity: Reparations and Restorative Justice in K-12 Education and Beyond

I’m excited to share that I’m presenting at this year’s EdUprising Conference in partnership with @FutureFocusedEducation. I hope you’ll join me for my presentation on March 7, 2025. Topic: Advancing…

Press Release: A National Day of Mourning – Rebuking Injustice for Sonya Massey

26 Jul 20245 Jun 2025

Press Release: A National Day of Mourning – Rebuking Injustice for Sonya Masse Date/Time:SUNDAY, JULY 28, 20244:00 p.m. - 5:30 p.m. Location:Robinson Park8th St. and Central Ave.Albuquerque, NM Albuquerque, NM – In…

New mexico #NoMentholSunday (May 15, 2022)

About No Menthol Sunday 2022 No Menthol Sunday is The Center for Black Health & Equity’s annual faith-based observance day. It is an opportunity to engage faith communities in tough conversations about…

(Live Now) New Mexico African American Day at the Legislature

11 Feb 202211 Feb 2022

2019 New Mexico StatutesChapter 12 - Miscellaneous Public Affairs MattersArticle 5 - Public HolidaysSection 12-5-12 - African-American day. The second Friday of February of each year shall be set apart…

New Mexico Diversity Act (2022)

21 Jan 202211 Feb 2022

HB 126 Scheduled Hearings (Currently Item #10 on the House Speaker's Desk for a Floor Vote) SB 163 Scheduled Hearings (Currently in Senate Judiciary Pending Scheduling) Join the hb 126/…

Public Policy Retreat (Virtual)

Click here to register