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Everett W. Jenkins Jr. — African American Biographical Profile

Everett W. Jenkins Jr. is an African American attorney, author, and prominent figure in Islamic and African history, recognized for his scholarly works and decades of public service.

Education and Early Life
Jenkins was born in 1953 in Victorville, California, and graduated cum laude from Amherst College in 1975 with a Bachelor of Arts. He earned his Juris Doctor from the University of California, Berkeley in 1978 and was admitted to practice law in California 24-7 Press Release.

Legal Career
After beginning as a deputy county counsel for Contra Costa County, Jenkins spent over 40 years in the City Attorney’s Office in Richmond, California. His roles included Senior Assistant City Attorney (2005–2021), Interim City Attorney (2004–2005), Assistant City Attorney (1984–2004), and Deputy City Attorney (1981–1984). He also served as Authority Attorney for the West Contra Costa Transportation Authority (1988–2005), Board Attorney for the West County Agency (1981–1990), and Advising Attorney for the West Contra Costa Solid Waste Management Authority (1985–1987) 24-7 Press Release.

Authorship and Scholarly Contributions
Jenkins is a prolific author of reference works on African American and Islamic history. His notable publications include:

• Pan-African Chronology (1996) — a comprehensive reference to the Black quest for freedom in Africa, the Americas, Europe, and Asia from 1400–1865 Archive+1.

• Pan-African Chronology II (2011) — covering 1865–1915, including Reconstruction, NAACP founding, and migration patterns McFarland+1.

• The Muslim Diaspora (first two volumes) and The Creation (first volume) 24-7 Press Release.

• Who’s Who in Islam, The Muslim Compendium, and The 100 Greatest Muslims 24-7 Press Release.

These works are praised for their detailed chronologies, cross-referencing, and global perspective on African diaspora history McFarland+1.

Recognition
Jenkins was honored by Marquis Who’s Who with inclusion in Who’s Who in the World, citing his leadership, achievements, and prominence in his field 24-7 Press Release.

Legacy
Through his legal career and extensive scholarly output, Jenkins has combined public service with academic research, contributing significantly to the understanding of African American and Islamic history. His works remain valuable resources for students, researchers, and general readers interested in the African diaspora and global Black history.