Mississippi NAACP
Making Democracy Work in Mississippi
12/08/2023
The memorial service for the late civil rights icon, Bro. Hollis Watkins Muhammad will be held Saturday, December 9, 2023, from 2:00 pm – 5:00 pm (CST) in historic Woodworth Chapel on the campus of Tougaloo College.
To view online, visit:
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11/15/2023
• SNCC Legacy Project • Grateful for the inspiring words of Charles Taylor, Executive Director of Mississippi State Conference (NAACP), as he pens a love letter to Black voters. His dedication to SNCC and collaboration with the SNCC Legacy Project echoes the resilience of a community that continues to fight for justice. 🖤✊🗳️
11/08/2023
Select Hinds County polls will be extended until 8 PM due to low ballots!
11/07/2023
JSU NAACP Youth and College division activiely getting others to vote.
Don’t give your power away, vote today! ✊🏾Polls close at 7pm. Have any issues voting contact the Election Protection Hotline at 1-888-601-VOTE.
📢 It's Election Day – time to be the change you want to see . 🗳️ Your vote matters, so head to the polls and make a difference. 🗣️✨
11/07/2023
Having problems at the polls? We are here to help!
🗳️ Today is Election Day! Exercise your civic duty and make your voice heard. Your power is at the ballot! 🗣️✅
Hospitals and medical facilities provide care for the sick and needy, provide jobs, and pump money into the community. Healthcare expansion in the state is a popular topic in this year’s governor election, and voting is the only way to choose how you want the policy to be written.
11/06/2023
Last night we ended the 78th Annual State Convention with our Freedom Fund Banquet. Thank you to everyone in attendance this year and everyone who plays a part the work of our organization for a better Mississippi.
11/05/2023
Our young kings embracing their true crowns proudly at the banquet.
11/05/2023
Our Youth and College queens attending the banquet with all smiles.
High Schooler, Antwone Peters on his first experience with the NAACP Youth and College.
11/04/2023
Join us for an epic night of fun and dancing at the Youth and College Mixer TONIGHT at 6:15 PM! 💃🏾🕺🏾 DJ Lil Walt will be spinning the hottest tracks. Don't miss out on this amazing opportunity to meet new friends and make memories. See you there!
Youth and College director Wisdom Cole on the engagement of our young people striving for progress in the upcoming election.
NAACP members eagerly entering the Environmental and Climate Justice Luncheon to sit and listen to a critical conversation on environmental and climate justice with Mrs. Kathy Egland and Heather McTeeter Toney.
11/04/2023
We had a packed house this morning at the legislative process workshop, facilitated by Rep. Zakiya Summers.
11/04/2023
NAACP members learned about the legislative process and online resources for learning how bills become law and more!
The Youth and College members learned what it means to be a part of an organization fighting for their rights and issues that they care about. Derrick Lewis, NAACP Field Manager, kicked off the first session with background information and encouragement to help grow the membership, voter turnout, and member participation.
11/04/2023
This morning, Rep. Zakiya Summers and other House and Senate members discussed the legislative process with the MS State NAACP.
11/04/2023
Happening now! Today Youth & College sessions begin and we’re continuing workshop sessions at the Hilton with Understanding the Legislative Process.
11/03/2023
The MS NAACP Health Committee hosted the “Creating Environments Where Men Can Thrive” Panel. Different topics concerning men’s health were explored, including factors that affect men’s health, mental health in Black males, and the
importance of diet, screenings, and more.
Terry Wynn expressed his gratitude and appreciate for the information and resources shared by the Disaster Response and Recovery panel.
11/03/2023
Acknowledging the strength of our unity, and honoring the achievements of NAACP award winning branches!
11/03/2023
With Election Day right around the corner, our next panel focuses on protecting the vote and where we go past Election Day
11/03/2023
The Mississippi NAACP State Convention convened today to celebrate progress and plan a strategic strategy towards a brighter future.
Reverend Capers says he’s leaving this luncheon both motivated and inspired to continue the NAACP’s mission and goals alongside those who work diligently here in Mississippi towards a more equitable and just society.
11/03/2023
Our next panel is focused on creating new systems and processes for safety in our communities!
11/03/2023
Today’s “After the Storm” panel discussed disaster preparedness, response and recovery, planning, and collaboration to assist the impacted during weather emergencies.
Joan Garner enjoyed the talks about self care and taking control of your finances. She plans to take the tools home and prepare more for the future.
11/03/2023
Medicaid expansion is a hot topic that concerns many Mississippians. Dr. Erica Quinn Thompson touched on why the future of our citizens’ health is in the hands of the next elected governor.
11/03/2023
Happening now!
Ja’Landra Harris’ greatest takeaways were the tips to improve daily-life decisions.
Join us at the 'After the Storm' workshop, as we explore the crucial roles of faith-based, non-governmental organizations, and the community in disaster response and recovery.
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Our Vision, Our Mission
The vision of the National Association for the Advancement of Colored People (NAACP) is to ensure a society in which all individuals have equal rights and there is no racial hatred or racial discrimination. The mission of the NAACP is to ensure the political, educational, social, and economic equality of rights of all persons and to eliminate racial hatred and racial discrimination.
OUR HISTORY
In 1905 W.E.B. Dubois called for a meeting of several black intellectuals to meet in Niagara Falls, Canada. They met to discuss and challenge the policies of the day which prevented blacks from being full members of American society. In response to the 1908 race riot in Springfield, Illinois, Dubois and members of the Niagara Movement came together with a group of white liberals and issued “The Call” for a national conference in New York City to renew “the struggle for civil and political liberty.” They initially called themselves the National Negro Committee. However, on February 12, 1909, this multiracial group of activists founded The National Association for the Advancement of Colored People (NAACP) and incorporated the organization in 1911.
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