NAACP Legal Defense Fund

The NAACP Legal Defense Fund (LDF) is a non-profit organization dedicated to fighting for civil rights and racial justice in the United States. Founded in 1940 as a branch of the NAACP, the LDF focuses on legal advocacy to challenge discrimination and promote equality, especially for African Americans. It engages in litigation, policy advocacy, and public education to address issues like voting rights, education equity, and criminal justice reform. Through its work, the LDF seeks to uphold the promise of the U.S. Constitution and ensure that everyone is treated fairly under the law.