The NAACP (National Association for the Advancement of Colored People)

The NAACP (National Association for the Advancement of Colored People) is a civil rights organization founded in 1909 to fight racial discrimination, promote equality, and secure civil rights for African Americans and other marginalized groups. It works through legal action, lobbying, education, and advocacy to eliminate barriers caused by racism. The organization aims to ensure political, educational, social, and economic equality by addressing injustices and advocating for policies that promote fairness and justice. Its mission is to secure for all people the constitutional rights guaranteed by the 14th and 15th Amendments and other laws.