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After 12 years of tracking the diversity efforts of some of the nation’s largest companies in five key industries, the NAACP reports measured progress toward the goal of addressing economic concerns of the African American consumer.
The 2008 edition of the NAACP Consumer Choice Guide, part of the NAACP Economic Reciprocity Initiative (ERI), is now available. The latest guide provides African American consumers with empowerment tools that enable them to make informed choices when purchasing products and services from the surveyed companies.
African Americans infuse an estimated $700 billion into the American economy annually. “More than 40 companies participated in this year’s survey because they recognize the importance and necessity of implementing diversity strategies,” said NAACP Interim President & CEO Dennis Courtland Hayes. “Our community wields a substantial block of economic power. African Americans want to experience a return on their consumer investment and challenge those who are taking their dollars for granted.”
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The NAACP Financial Empowerment Tour is designed to educate, motivate and inspire minorities to choose lifestyle habits that will increase their personal wealth. Many people believe that they can't live better than they are currently living, but after attending this event your thoughts will be challenged and changed. Financial experts will be on hand to teach you how to make the necessary adjustments in your life that will yield success and prosperity.
The NAACP is dedicated to accelerating economic growth in our communities and eliminating existing racial and ethnic economic disparities.
CURRENT INITIATIVES
Financial Empowerment Initiative (FEI)
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Economic Reciprocity Initiative (ERI)
Bureau of Labor Statistics
Federal Reserve Board
National Labor Relations Board
U.S. Census Bureau
U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development
U.S. Department of Labor
U.S. Department of the Treasury
U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission
Q: What should I do if I feel I’ve been the target of employment discrimination?
A: You should consult a private or Legal Aid attorney as soon as possible. In the meantime, you should file a report through the Human Resources Department at your workplace, file an Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) complaint within 180 days of the alleged wrongful action, and contact your local NAACP Branch Office for further assistance.
Q: Does the NAACP provide grants to start-up businesses
A: No, the NAACP does not provide financial grants; however we do offer educational workshops to provide you with information about starting a business
Q: Does the NAACP provide down payment assistance to first-time home buyers?
A: No, the NAACP does not provide financial assistance for homebuyers; however, we do offer educational workshops to provide you with information about the home buying process.
Dawn C. Franklin, National Coordinator
NAACP National Headquarters
Economic Empowerment Department
4805 Mt. Hope Dr.
Baltimore, MD 21215
Tel: 410-580-5777
NAACP National Headquarters
4805 Mt. Hope Drive
Baltimore MD 21215
Toll Free:
(877) NAACP-98
Local:
(410) 580-5777
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