Economic Program Resources

The NAACP Economics Programs department's objective is to achieve racial economic equality by enhancing the economic capacity of African Americans and other underserved groups. Below is a list of resources available to assist you in effectively managing personal finances and credit in today's economic environment.

Economic Programs Newsletter: The Angle

"The Angle" highlights the current work of the Economic Programs Department

The Angle - May 2013  

The Angle - February 2013

The Angle - December 2012

  NAACP Job Finder

The NAACP JobFinder connects members with reputable companies searching for professional and qualified employees. Visit often and use the JobFinder tools to help define your next career move.

  Reports and Issues

The NAACP Economic Programs department release several reports annually which highlights the pressing economic issues affecting the African American community as well as recommendations on how to address these economic issues.

   Presentations

Powerpoint presentations on a range of economic issues affecting the African American and other underserved communities are available here.

  Partner Organizations

The NAACP has established partnerships with reputable organizations nationwide to provide financial services and education in your local community. We encourage you to work with these organizations to build economic empowerment in your community.

  Financial Freedom Satellites

21 NAACP units across the country are trained to provide financial education at the state and local level

  Toolkits and Resource Guides

These economic toolkits and resource guides are a great training tool to share with and distribute to your communities.

 Fact Sheets

These fact sheets provide a concise overview of key economic issues affecting the African American community and other underserved groups.

  Economic Programs Blog

The NAACP Economic Programs department also has a blog on Tumblr which highlights our work and events.

Recommended Websites

   Applied Research Center

   Center for Responsible Lending

   Economic Policy Institute

   Inequality.org

   Insight Center for Community and Economic Development

   Operation Hope

   PolicyLink

   The Kirwan Institute for the Study of Race and Ethnicity

   United for a Fair Economy