The Institute of the Black World 21st Century held a forum on the impact of the policies of the "War on Drugs" on the African- American community. Speakers included Jesse Jackson and Representative John Conyers (D-MI). President Nixon used the term "War on Drugs" to promote his drug control initiatives, and subsequent administrations have continued variations of those polices.  12:30 - 1:15 Welcome and Overview • Rick Adams, Board Chairman, Institute of the Black World 21st Century Background of Black Family Summit — Acknowledgement of members present • Leonard Dunston, Convener, Black Family Summit, IBW Board Member Keynote Presentation • Rev. Jesse L. Jackson, President, Rainbow/PUSH Coalition 1:15 - 1:45 • Kimberly Jeffries Leonard, PhD. Senior Dep. Director Department of Health, Addiction Prevention and Recovery Administration - Representing Mayor Vincent Gray Greetings and Remarks • Dr. Elsie Scott, President, Congressional Black Caucus Foundation, Inc.