Welcome to the NAACP
Founded in 1909, the NAACP is the nation's oldest and largest civil rights organization. From the ballot box to the classroom, the thousands of dedicated workers, organizers, leaders and members who make up the NAACP continue to fight for social justice for all Americans.
The Latest News
NAACP Civic Engagement Campaign Announced in Atlanta
50-state non-partisan "This is My Vote" campaign to register, educate and turn out voters in 2012.
National Baptist Convention USA, INC & NAACP Announce Historic Voter Empowerment Partnership
First-of-its-kind partnership will register, educate, and activate tens of thousands of voters nationwide over the next several months.
Connecticut House, Senate Vote to End Death Penalty
On April 25, CT Gov. Malloy signed the bill into law; state becomes 17th in United States to repeal capital punishment.
NAACP Statement on the American Legislative Exchange Council
Millions of voters in the 2008 election could be disenfranchised because of ALEC's voter suppression measures
