With awards season in full effect, many of the industry’s biggest and brightest descended on cities such as Los Angeles, New York, and Atlanta to celebrate Black excellence.

Former Vice President Kamala Harris was honored at the NAACP Image Awards on Saturday night in her first major public appearance since leaving the White House. The 49th VP accepted the prestigious NAACP’s Chairman’s Award during the ceremony as she delivered a powerful speech urging the public to remain resilient and vigilant.