The Economic Origins of Racism
Understanding the history of racism is necessary for leveling the economic playing field.
Diversity Job Fair and Financial Advocacy and Community Tour to Chicago
The NAACP will host a Diversity Job Fair along with a Financial Advocacy and Community Tour (F.A.C.T.) in Chicago, IL tomorrow, February 19th at the Navy Pier.
Kim Kimble’s Hero: Madame C.J. Walker – Beauty Pioneer
Kim Kimble shares her Unsung Hero of Black History
Toward a Smarter Drug Policy
NAACP President and CEO Benjamin Todd Jealous and Gil Kerlikowske, the Director of ONDCP, discuss steps toward drug policy and criminal justice reform.
WIN Wednesdays: Mary Church Terrell
It seemed apropos that this WIN Wednesday during Black History Month--we feature the legacy of one of our founders, Mary Church Terrell.
Thoughts on Black AIDS Day
Each year for National Black AIDS Day, we remember those who lost their battle with one of the worst diseases of our time.
Black History Month: Mildred Roxborough, an NAACP Treasure
We recognize NAACP treasure and unsung hero Mrs. Mildred Roxborough, the oldest member and former field secretary for the NAACP.
Remembering Rosa Parks
Today would have been civil rights activist Rosa Parks' 100th birthday.
The Road to Restoration
Felony disenfranchisement puts this nation on the wrong side of democracy.
Governor Martin O’Malley Introduces the Maryland Offshore Wind Energy Act
Maryland Governor Martin O' Malley held a press conference at the Maryland State House to introduce the Maryland Offshore Wind Energy Act of 2013.
Diversity Job Fair and Financial Advocacy and Community Tour to Minneapolis
To help meet our communities’ demand for jobs, economic resources and financial literacy, the NAACP will host a Diversity Job Fair along with a Financial Advocacy and Community Tour (F.A.C.T.) in Minneapolis, Minnesota. Employers as well as non-profits and financial institutions will be in attendance and available to connect you with opportunities for building your economic security.
We Must Act Now
The NAACP Environmental and Climate Justice department attended a "pray-in" for climate with several organizations, including Interfaith Moral Action on Climate.
How Do We Cultivate Media Ownership?
New FCC rules can shrink African-American ownership of television and radio stations across the country.
Filibuster Reform
For too many years, senators have been using a more problematic version of the filibuster rule – a procedural tool meant to ensure the minority party could extend debate on a piece of legislation to obstruct Congress, create gridlock, and paralyze progress. We think it’s time to end this destructive practice.
