History of the NAACP

Are you interested in the history of the NAACP? Cornell University Keynotes (eCornell Keynotes) is presenting just that.

THE NATIONAL ASSOCIATION FOR THE ADVANCEMENT OF COLORED PEOPLE (NAACP) Then, Now, and the Future

Friday, September 30, 2022, 12pm EDT

EVENT OVERVIEW

Join us for an in-depth, interactive discussion with NAACP Chief of Staff Eris Sims. We’ll look at the origin story of the NAACP, the work that the organization is currently focused on, and perhaps get a glimpse into what the future holds for one of our nation’s greatest institutions.

Then: The National Association for the Advancement of Colored People (NAACP) grew out of race riots that occurred in Springfield, Illinois, in August 1908.

Now: African Americans have made significant gains during this century, victorious in the election of a Black president as well as many Supreme Court decisions.

Future: Let’s talk about it! You’ll have an opportunity to ask Ms. Sims your questions directly.