Welcome
Welcome to the official website of the East County branch of the NAACP! Established in the late 1950s, our branch boasts a rich history of dedicated activism and advocacy within our community. Here, you'll discover the remarkable journey of our organization as we've worked tirelessly to combat racial discrimination, promote civil rights, and strive for social justice in East County. Explore our initiatives, campaigns, and partnerships as we continue our mission to create a more equitable and inclusive society for all. We're honored to have you join us on this journey towards positive change.
General Meeting Location:
True Light Missionary Baptist Church
340 E. 10th St, Pittsburg, CA 94565
When:
4th Thursday of every month
Time:
7 pm
PRESS STATEMENT June 28, 2024
NAACP Reflects on First 2024 Presidential Debate
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
June 28, 2024
Contact: Alicia Mercedes, amercedes@naacpnet.org
WASHINGTON – Thursday evening, presidential candidates, Joseph R. Biden Jr., (D) and Donald Trump (R) met for the first debate ahead of the November elections. This debate offered a crucial opportunity for both candidates to display their dedication to prioritizing substantive solutions to the most pressing concerns for Black America.
NAACP President and CEO Derrick Johnson shared the following reaction:
PRESS STATEMENT June 27, 2024
NAACP Calls on Department of Education to Suspend Student Loan Payments While Lower Court Cases are Pending
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
June 27, 2024
Contact: Alicia Mercedes, amercedes@naacpnet.org
WASHINGTON – This week, a pair of federal judges in Missouri and Kansas halted progress for millions of student loan borrowers across the country. The judicial decision to enjoin different aspects of the monumental SAVE Program, a program designed to help individuals who make $32,800 or less annually, not only hinders the progress millions of borrowers enrolled in the program have made towards repaying their loan. The leaders behind
Ready, Set, Act: Transform Intentions into Impact!
