NAACP - National Association for the Advancement of Colored People
09/12/2024 | Press release | Distributed by Public on 09/12/2024 08:14
NAACP Hosts National Advocacy Day Event during CBC Week, Advancing Policies for Black America
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
September 12, 2024
Contact: Alicia Mercedes, [email protected]
WASHINGTON - Yesterday, the NAACP hosted a National Advocacy Day event on Capitol Hill, amidst the ongoing Congressional Black Caucus Foundation Annual Legislative Conference (CBCF-ALC), in an effort to advance federal policy priorities for Black Americans.
"The NAACP understands that National Advocacy Day stands as a powerful reminder of the work we must do to advance policy priorities that directly impact Black America. It is of grave importance that we continue using our platform to push forward on issues that affect our communities - from voting rights to economic opportunity and racial justice," said Phaedra Jackson, Vice President of Advocacy. "As we look ahead to November, the urgency of this election season cannot be overstated. Every eligible Black American, from every corner of this nation, must be engaged, empowered, and ready to cast their ballot. Our future depends on the action and advocacy of today."
Primary goals of the NAACP Advocacy Day activation included:
- Activate and motivate membership that are already frequenters of the Capitol and will be in DC during the Congressional Black Caucus week
- Advance NAACP legislative priorities and our central policy issues that represent the overall well-being of Black people.
- Establish relationships and connect with legislators that are or could be issue area champions for our key issue areas.
- Demonstrate the socio-political and advocacy power of the NAACP to impact the policy landscape.
- Develop an advocacy centered, policy issue plan or program that is actionable.
During the National Advocacy Day event, the NAACP, along with dozens of leaders from across the organization, conducted legislative advocacy and voter mobilization training, membership meetings, and state-specific informational sessions. The Association is fully dedicated to prioritizing effective policies this election season and will continue its work to engage voters.
For more information on our voter mobilization work, please visit our website.
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About NAACP
The NAACP advocates, agitates, and litigates for the civil rights due to Black America. Our legacy is built on the foundation of grassroots activism by the biggest civil rights pioneers of the 20th century and is sustained by 21st century activists. From classrooms and courtrooms to city halls and Congress, our network of members across the country works to secure the social and political power that will end race-based discrimination. That work is rooted in racial equity, civic engagement, and supportive policies and institutions for all marginalized people. We are committed to a world without racism where Black people enjoy equitable opportunities in thriving communities.
NOTE: The Legal Defense Fund - also referred to as the NAACP-LDF - was founded in 1940 as a part of the NAACP, but now operates as a completely separate entity.