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Our Work

The NAACP Huntington Branch works to advance equity, protect civil rights, and strengthen our community across Huntington and the greater Long Island region. Through advocacy, education, and community engagement, we address issues that directly impact the lives of Black residents and other marginalized communities.

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Local Action.
National Purpose.

The NAACP Huntington Branch is connected to the broader NAACP movement working nationwide to advance civil rights and equality.

We are committed to advancing justice, equity, and opportunity through local advocacy, community leadership, and sustained action that strengthens Huntington and the communities we serve.

Our Committees

Our efforts focus on promoting fair treatment in education, housing, employment, public safety, and civic participation. We collaborate with local leaders, organizations, and residents to confront injustice, elevate community voices, and push for meaningful, lasting change.

Communications, Press, Publicity, and Technology
Communications, Press, Publicity, and Technology advances NAACP goals by promoting equity in media and technology, supporting minority ownership, ensuring fair access, and educating communities on their impacts.
Community Coordination shall enlist the support of other community organizations on issues affecting the interests of African Americans and other communities of color.
Economic Development & Housing studies local housing conditions, addresses complaints of discrimination, opposes restrictive practices, and provides information to help eliminate housing discrimination. It promotes economic empowerment for African Americans and communities of color by building relationships with public and private entities, supporting national programs, and advancing business ownership, job creation, and home ownership.
Education works to eliminate segregation and discrimination in public schools by studying local conditions, monitoring zoning and testing practices, reviewing materials, addressing abuses, promoting attendance and parental involvement, supporting teacher certification, and serving as a center for education on race and the Association’s mission.
Environmental and Climate Justice addresses local environmental inequities by advocating for justice, reducing pollution, promoting clean energy and efficiency, and supporting disaster-resilient infrastructure policies.
Health promotes and protects the health of African Americans by assessing community needs, advocating for equal access to healthcare and research, sponsoring health-related activities, and supporting the Association’s health initiatives.
To promote equality, understanding, and support for LGBTQ+ individuals in our community through education, advocacy, and collaboration.
Membership works year-round to grow and sustain the Association by organizing the annual campaign, recruiting new members, securing renewals, and promoting Life Memberships through ongoing initiatives.
Political Action works to increase voter registration, advocate for fair legislation, repeal discriminatory laws, improve justice and law enforcement, and keep the NAACP informed on relevant legislation, while remaining nonpartisan and not endorsing candidates.
Religious Affairs composed of ministerial and lay leaders, promotes moral and ethical education on civil rights, interprets the Association’s work to religious groups, enlists their support for membership and advocacy, and provides resources for religious education and social action to improve race relations.
Veterans Affairs advocates for fair treatment of minority veterans and service members by working with government agencies, studying community conditions, serving as an information center, assisting with resources and benefits, addressing discrimination complaints, and reporting quarterly on its activities.
WIN (Women In NAACP) consists of a Chairperson and at least three members, and work to address issues affecting women and children, enhance women’s leadership, support child development, strengthen membership, provide financial support to the Branch, and uphold the mission of the NAACP.

Words from the President

We are committed to creating a society where everyone has the opportunity to thrive. Through advocacy, education, and strategic action, we work to remove barriers, ensure fair treatment, and support the growth, learning, and financial stability of Black individuals and communities of color. Everyone—adults and children alike—is invited to take part and contribute to the positive change we’re building together in this community.

Ruthanne Cooley

President, NAACP Huntington Branch