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GA STATE NAACP
Jun 7, 20231 min read
Georgia NAACP President Gerald Griggs gives his May 2023 update on the Georgia NAACP
As we transition fully into June, here is the Presidential Monthly Update on the progress of the @Georgia_NAACP. We are #MovingForward....
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GA STATE NAACP
Jun 7, 20231 min read
NAACP leaders issue statement prior to Donald Trump's scheduled visit & speech in Columbus, Georgia.
SEE BELOW THE STATEMENT RELEASED BY THE COLUMBUS NAACP WITH THE SUPPORT OF THE GEORGIA STATE CONFERENCE.
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GA STATE NAACP
Jun 3, 20231 min read
JOB ANNOUNCEMENT - OPENING FOR GEORGIA NAACP EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR POSITION
The Georgia NAACP is accepting applications for the position of Executive Director effective immediately. Please see the job...
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GA STATE NAACP
May 27, 20231 min read
NAACP Acknowledges 75th Anniversary of Desegregation of the Armed Forces Ahead of Memorial Day
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE May 26, 2023 Contact: Chyna Fields, cfields@naacpnet.org WASHINGTON — Today, we come together to pay tribute to...
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GA STATE NAACP
May 26, 20231 min read
Georgia NAACP President Gerald Griggs joins the Jamarion Robinson rally for Justice at Federal Court
Atlanta, Ga - The family of Jamarion Robinson organized a rally prior to the immunity hearing of the officers involved in the tragic...
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GA STATE NAACP
May 22, 20231 min read
AUTOPSY RELEASED IN THE JAIL DEATH OF LASHAWN THOMPSON AS THE GEORGIA NAACP WEIGHS IN.
Attorneys representing Lashawn Thompson, a former inmate at Georgia's Fulton County Jail, have disclosed new information regarding the...
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GA STATE NAACP
May 21, 20232 min read
NAACP ISSUES TRAVEL ADVISORY IN FLORIDA
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE May 20, 2023 Contact: Chyna Fields cfields@naacpnet.org WASHINGTON – Today, the NAACP Board of Directors issued a...
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GA STATE NAACP
May 18, 20231 min read
NAACP RESPONDS TO INDICTMENT OF CAMDEN COUNTY DEPUTIES ACCUSED OF BEATING JARRETT HOBBS
On May 17, 2023, the Camden County Grand Jury issued a True Bill of Indictment against three individuals: Camden County Sheriff’s Deputy...
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GA STATE NAACP
May 16, 20231 min read
GREENWOOD DONATES A $10,000 GRANT TO THE GEORGIA NAACP AS A PART OF ITS GIVE BACK PROGRAM.
ATLANTA--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Greenwood, the digital banking platform for Black and Latino individuals and businesses, has officially...
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GA STATE NAACP
May 10, 20231 min read
GEORGIA NAACP JOINS CALL FOR SPECIAL GEORGIA LEGISLATIVE SESSION FOR COMMON SENSE GUN REGULATIONS
Today members of the public, legislators, activists and stakeholders called on Governor Brian Kemp to call a special session of the...
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GA STATE NAACP
May 2, 20231 min read
GEORGIA NAACP RESPONDS TO GEORGIA'S POTENTIAL TARGETING OF DIVERSITY PROGRAMS IN HIGHER EDUCATION
Given the increasing political policy conversation on Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion. The Georgia NAACP releases the following...
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GA STATE NAACP
Apr 28, 20231 min read
GEORGIA NAACP APRIL PRESIDENTIAL UPDATE
Georgia NAACP President Gerald Griggs gives his monthly update for the Georgia State Conference of the NAACP. In month of April, the...
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GA STATE NAACP
Apr 20, 20231 min read
Georgia NAACP supports the family of LaShawn Thompson and demands a full investigation of the Jail.
The Georgia NAACP stands in support of the family in the pursuit of justice. President Gerald Griggs joined the family, Attorney Ben...
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GA STATE NAACP
Apr 16, 20231 min read
The Georgia NAACP expresses concerns about overcharging of Black Defendants in Macon Bibb County
The Georgia NAACP completely supports the Macon-Bibb NAACP's investigation into the charges brought against the alleged 32 street racers...
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GA STATE NAACP
Apr 13, 20231 min read
GEORGIA NAACP responds to viral alleged racist threats on Black People in Atlanta.
The Georgia NAACP has been made aware of viral videos featuring a Warner Robbins football coach in Atlanta, Georgia, wherein he allegedly...
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GA STATE NAACP
Apr 5, 20231 min read
GEORGIA HONORS THE VICTIMS OF POLICE BRUTALITY WITH SAY THEIR NAME DAY IN GEORGIA
Georgia officially recognizes the families of people killed by police brutality Say their name Day by State Representative Mesha Mainor,...
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GA STATE NAACP
Apr 3, 20231 min read
GEORGIA NAACP VISITS PUTNAM COUNTY TO LISTEN TO RESDIENTS CONCERN OVER JIMMY DAVIS PARK
On Friday, Georgia NAACP President Gerald Griggs visited #EatontonGa located in #PutnamCounty to listen to the concerns of its citizens...
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GA STATE NAACP
Mar 19, 20231 min read
NAACP and Family of Nygil Cullins demand answers for his shooting death in Atlanta.
A protest led by the family of Nygil Cullins and the NAACP took place outside Fogo de Chão, marking the 10-month anniversary since...
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GA STATE NAACP
Mar 12, 20231 min read
Wellstar's hospital closures in Black areas prompted NAACP and lawmakers to file Federal complaints.
Last year, Wellstar Health System made the decision to close Atlanta Medical Center and Atlanta Medical Center-South, both located in...
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GA STATE NAACP
Mar 11, 20231 min read
NAACP CELEBRATES THE ACCOMPLISHMENTS OF BLACK WOMEN & WOMEN OF COLOR DURING WOMEN'S HISTORY MONTH
As Women's History Month is underway, the Georgia NAACP takes this opportunity to honor and recognize the tireless efforts of countless...
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