NAACP Legal Defense and Educational Fund

The NAACP Legal Defense and Educational Fund (LDF) is a nonprofit organization dedicated to fighting for racial justice and civil rights in the United States. Established in 1940 as a part of the National Association for the Advancement of Colored People (NAACP), the LDF focuses on legal advocacy, education, and strategic litigation to combat discrimination and ensure equal rights for all individuals, particularly African Americans. It has played a key role in landmark cases, influencing policies and promoting social change through legal action, public education, and community engagement.