SNCC (Student Nonviolent Coordinating Committee)

The Student Nonviolent Coordinating Committee (SNCC) was a key organization in the American civil rights movement, founded in 1960 by young activists. It aimed to empower African American students and communities to fight for racial equality through nonviolent protest and grassroots organizing. SNCC played a significant role in initiatives like sit-ins, freedom rides, and voter registration drives, particularly in the South. The organization emphasized direct action and was instrumental in challenging segregation and discrimination, helping to ignite a broader movement for civil rights in the United States. Its legacy continues to inspire advocacy and social justice efforts today.