National Association for the Advancement of Colored People

The National Association for the Advancement of Colored People (NAACP) was founded on February 12, 1909. It is the oldest, largest, and most recognized grassroots civil rights organization in the United States. The NAACP has more than 500,000 members and supporters in the United States and other nations, who serve as civil rights leaders in their communities, campaign for equal opportunity, and conduct voter mobilization. The NAACP has championed several civil rights issues, with numerous national and state victories.

In the 21st century, the NAACP continues to fight for equality in ...