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DC BRANCH LEADERSHIP

Dear NAACP Family,

It is an honor to lead the historic Washington, DC NAACP Branch as we continue to promote social justice and equality in the nation’s capitol.    The Washington, DC Branch strives to fight for equality through civic advocacy initiatives.  Our branch began on June 3, 1913 and today, we have over 1,800 members committed to improving the political, educational, social, and economic status of minorities and to eliminating racial prejudice through educating the public on the adverse effects of racism. 

Founded on February 12, 1909, the NAACP is the nation's oldest and largest civil rights organization.  The NAACP has been in existence for over a century securing victories in the struggle for social justice and equality.  In 2009, the NAACP celebrated a century of civic advocacy and countless strides towards social justice.  The DC Branch hosted a series of initiatives in celebration of the NAACP’s 100th anniversary, including town hall forums, health symposiums, professional development workshops, HIV awareness trainings, voter registration drives, and education forums. 

Today, the NAACP DC Branch strategic priorities are to support our own businesses, fight obesity, improve DCPS education, and secure DC Voting Rights.   In addition to these priorities, our branch works to achieve social justice and eliminate racial prejudice through the dedicated work of our 14 standing committees.  Our committees include ACT-SO, Economic Empowerment, Education, Fundraising, Health, International Affairs, Legal Redress, Membership, Political Action, Religious Affairs, Veteran Affairs, Women in NAACP (WIN), Young Adults, and Youth Works. 

As a volunteer organization, all of our advocacy initiatives are implemented by our volunteer members who generously donate their time. As our branch grows, we welcome progressive minded individuals that are committed to achieving social justice in our nation’s capitol.

Sincerely,
Akosua Tyus

Akosua Tyus
NAACP DC Branch
President