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Over 116 Years of Leadership and Legacy
We are the home of grassroots activism, bold leadership, and unwavering purpose.
Founded in 1909, the National Association for the Advancement of Colored People (NAACP) is the nation’s oldest and most respected civil rights organization. For generations, we have fought for justice at every level — from the ballot box to the classroom, from courtrooms to corporations — ensuring equality for all people, regardless of race or background. Today, the NAACP Atlanta Branch continues this proud legacy by tackling modern challenges such as:

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WE WIN TOGETHER
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Georgia’s GOP-led election board asks for DOJ ‘intervention’ ahead of midterm elections
The board’s executive director, James Mills, asked the DOJ to intervene in the state’s voting systems and investigate Georgia Secretary of State Brad Raffensperger if he prevents the…
