About Us
National Organization History​
The National Organization of Blacks In Government Inc.® (BIG) was established in 1975 and incorporated in 1976 by a group of African Americans at the Public Health Services which was a part of the Department of Health, Education and Welfare in the Parklawn building in Rockville, Maryland. The organization was viewed as essential to the Black civil service employee, based on a wide assortment of racially motivated problems faced by the HEW Black employees in Rockville. Initially, it was thought that the umbrella organization would address only the problems at the Federal level. However, it was soon determined that State, County, and Municipal Black employees were faced with the same general type of employment problems.
Thus, Blacks In Government was organized in 1975 and incorporated as a non-profit organization under the District of Columbia jurisdiction in 1976. BIG has been a national response to the need for African Americans in public service to organize around issues of mutual concern and use their collective strength to confront workplace and community issues. BIG's goals are to promote EQUITY in all aspects of American life, EXCELLENCE in public service, and OPPORTUNITY for all Americans.
We believe in the power of community service to bring about positive change, to empower individuals, and to create a better future for all.
Our Mission
At BIG Pacific Ocean Chapter, our mission is to to develop and promote programs and activities that place emphasis on : Mentoring and advocating educational opportunities for all members and students. Professional, cultural, personal, and socio-economic well-being of all members and by promoting equality, excellence, and opportunity in a non-discriminatory environment in the multi-cultural Pacific Region. The elimination of discrimination and racist acts in all forms, against all people, especially African Americans, in city, county, state, and federal government. Collaborate with other minorities and organizations to further unite a coalition to improve employee relations for the benefit of all public servants.
