SAVE THE DATE The Greater New Haven Branch of the NAACP
20th Annual Health Expo/Medical Exam Program
Saturday, June 4, 2011 for more information click here
The CT Black & Puerto Rican Caucus Annual Spring Fling Event, Thursday, May 12, 2011 5:00pm – 10:00pm for more info. click here
The Greater New Haven Branch of the NAACP, Annual Freedom Fund Dinner ”One Nation, One Dream” The Politics and Challenges of Education Reform, Saturday, May 14, 2011 ~ 7:00 pm more information click here
The International Union of Operating Engineers Local 478 Apprenticehip Training and Skill Improvement Fund is taking applications for a limited number of apprentices. This training is intended for individuals interested in becoming a Heavy Equipment Operator or Heavy Equipment Mechanic. Applications must be completed in person at 240 Cheshire Road, Meriden. Applications will be available(M-F) January 10, 2011 through January 21, 2011(8:00a.m. to 4:30p.m.) for program starting in April 2011. For additional information visit www.local478.org or call 1-800-841-0748 . Applicants Must:
Be 18 years or older at the start of program Have a valid driver's license Have a high school diploma or a G.E.D. Be able to pass a drug screening test .
4/16/11 To all Branch's President and Health Committee Chair The CTNAACP – Health Committee will be offering training on “How to Plan a Health Fair in your Community” For additional information, you can contact Rosa Browne at agury574@att.net.
Congratulations to the Greater New Haven Branch of the NAACP on planning an outstanding Veteran's event honoring African American WWII Veterans scheduled for this Thursday, November 11th 6 - 9 pm at the Criterion Cinemas on Temple Street in New Haven Contact info@naacpnewhaven.org .
The NAACP Stamford Branch will host its Freedom Fund Dinner on Friday, September 24, 2010
Guest Speaker, Hazel Dukes, President of the NY Conference of NAACP Branches and National Board Member.
We have confirmed Nate Parker as the Moderator for the 2010 Great Debate "Yale vs Howard and Columbia vs Hampton". Nate Parker Co-Starred in the movie The Great Debater alongside Denzel Washington and Forest Whitaker .
FYI : Special Room Rates for the Great Debate Weekend at the Courtyard Marriott At Yale, 30 Whalley Ave., New Haven, CT for $89. Reservations must be made by 3/26/10. Call 203-777-6221 . ********************
Messsage from the President
The Connecticut State Conference of NAACP Branches is excited to extend another invitation for your support to the Second Annual Great Debate: “Bold Dreams, Big Victories”.
Within the last century, the NAACP has won many important victories that were often preceded by bold and courageous dreams for our futures. While we have accomplished much, there remains much to be done—and we are up to the challenge. read more click here
The West Haven Black Coalition Will Be Sponsoring Their 24TH Annual Tribute To Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. On Sunday, January 10, 2010 At 4:00 P.M.
At The First Congregational Church On The Green In West Haven. read more click here *****************************
The Connecticut State Conference of NAACP Branches is proud to host its 44th Annual State Convention on November 6th and 7th at the MGM Grand at Foxwoods, 240 MGM Grand Drive in Mashantucket, Connecticut.
Please join us as we celebrate our centennial theme, “NAACP 100 Years of Bold Dreams and Big Victories.” Also, we will be honoring the achievements and contributions of the 100 Most Influential Blacks in the State of Connecticut. read more, click here.
For SPONSORSHIP, CONTRACT AND SOUVENIR JOURNAL INFORMATION click here ************************* Dr. Ian Smith visited Bridgeport this Saturday, July 25, 2009
Dr. Ian Smith is an award-winning medical correspondent for NBC News and a contributor to the Today show. He's also a columnist for Men's Health and author of several books, including The Blackbird Papers, his first venture into fiction, and The Fat Smash Diet.
Dr. Smith's work has been honored by several organizations, including the National Academy of Television Arts & Sciences for his coverage on the momentous events beginning on September 11, 2001. the event was held at the Shehan Center from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. read more click here.
Greater Hartford Branch NAACP Honoring William Edward Burghardt Du Bois (February 23, 1868 – August 27, 1963) was an African American civil rights activist, leader, Pan-Africanist, sociologist, educator, historian, writer, editor, poet, and scholar. He became a naturalized citizen of Ghana in 1963 at the age of 95. more pictures? see Photo Gallery
ONE NATION Working Together
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The most Influential Blacks in Connecticut 2009... click here
NEW BRITAIN, CONN. - Playing in front of a record Northeast ...Conference home crowd of 8,322, Central Connecticut defeated ...N.C. Central 35-23 Saturday to win the inaugural NAACP ...Harmony ...Classic at Veterans Memorial Stadium...more pictures and event information? click
NAACP white paper to be released on the 100th anniversary reveals urgent civil rights agenda for the new administration and Congress
On February 12, 2009, the NAACP will mark its 100th anniversary, which coincides with the bicentennial of Abraham Lincoln’s birth. Across the country, NAACP units in over 1,200 communities will cut cakes, reaffirm their commitment to the struggle ahead and celebrate the historical journey that has culminated in the election of the first African American president. The biggest birthday party, the 40th NAACP Image Awards, will be co-hosted by filmmaker Tyler Perry and actress Halle Berry in Los Angeles. Awards will be given to numerous artists in the entertainment and literary industry with special nods to former Vice President Al Gore, environmentalist Wangari Muta Maathai, and Muhammad Ali.
But the celebration of progress is tempered by a sober realization of the civil rights goals still unachieved. The NAACP will release an urgent white paper that issues a civil rights challenge to the new Congress and Administration for the first 100 days.
“Our journey remains unfinished,” says NAACP President Ben Jealous. “African Americans suffer disproportionately from the economic recession, we are seeing a rise in hate crimes and police killings, there is still not a level playing field in economic and educational opportunities for every community. The audacious dream of America, a land where opportunity exists for all and where every person is given a chance to reach their full potential, still remains elusive.” ...read more click here
Connecticut State Conference of NAACP Branches In Action
2009~2010
October 29, 2010, Celebrating 101 Years~Featuring the "CT NAACP'S Governor Debate"
Stamford High School Auditorium, Stamford, CT.
Gov Candidates Debate for CT NAACP by Felicia Hunter 10/29/10 Candidates Democrat Dan Malloy , Republican Tom Foley and Independent Tom Marsh take the stage at the NAACP event Friday. Photo credit: Felicia Hunter Frequently interrupted with applause by a welcoming audience, three candidates for governor in Connecticut discussed their views on the state's education, health care, criminal justice system and business practices as part the 45th Annual Connecticut State Conference of NAACP Branches . Democrat Dan Malloy, Republican Tom Foley and Independent Tom Marsh faced off Friday night in Stamford. The event was one of only a few that have included Marsh . read more click here
September 11, 2010 I want to Thank everyone who came out and supported the NAACP Harmony Classic 2010.
It was a major success & an excellent way to showcase how Blacks and White's can work together in Harmony.
I want to send out a special thanks to Lincoln University, the UNH Staff, Dr. Henry Lee, All the Fraternity and Sororities, the PHA Masons, the NAACP Harmony Classic Committee and All NAACP Members!!!
Scot X. ESdaile, president
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Norwich NAACP branch receives pair of awards
By MICHAEL GANNON
Norwich Bulletin
Posted Jul 20, 2010 @ 11:22 PM Norwich, Conn.—
The Norwich branch of the NAACP has brought home two prestigious awards from the association's 101st national conference last week.
The branch was honored with the Thalheimer Award, the organization's highest honor for outstanding achievement by individual branches and units. It is the third time Norwich has won the award in its division in the last four years. read more click here
CT Supreme Court Supports NAACP Move In Favor of Education Funding Coalition Monday, March 22, 2010
John Brittain, 832-687-3007 CT Supreme Court Supports NAACP Move
In Favor of Education Funding Coalition
HARTFORD – The Connecticut Supreme Court today voted in favor of the Connecticut Coalition for Justice in Education Funding, which claimed unequal education on behalf of schoolchildren and parents. The State NAACP had filed a friend of court brief in support of the CCJEF in its case against the State via its Governor, M. Jodi Rell.
"The NAACP has stood with the Coalition's efforts to ensure adequate education for each and every child in the state," NAACP President Scot X. Esdaile said. “And we stand ready to fight for the right of every child to graduate from high school, succeed in college and compete in our global economy.” read more click here
The Connecticut State Conference of NAACP Branches and the State Youth and College Divisionis pleased to announce the Youth Storm 2010, "Preparing the Next Generation of Freedom Fighters" on Saturday, June 5th at Lake Compoun ce was a great success. This annual Youth and College Division workshops are held to train and prepare the youth members on the 101 years of the oldest and strongest civil rights organization in the world, Voter Registration and GOTV, Preparing for College and Careers in the 21st Century.
Middlesex County NAACP Branch
Presents “CITIZEN KING” 02/12/11 for more information click here
We mobilized tens of thousands of people to march in solidarity at the Nation's Capitol in order to protect our jobs, our education and our economy.
What we saw and heard at the 10-2 march "One Nation" Comments and opinions are not necessarily opinions and thoughts of this Organization
2nd Annual Great Debate New Haven, Conn. — Debate teams from Yale, Howard, Hampton and Columbia universities will wield their most persuasive words as they vie in "The Great Debate II" on Saturday, April 3.The event, sponsored by the State Conference NAACP, took place at 6 p.m at Woolsey Hall, corner of College and Grove streets. ...read more click here
The 2nd Annual Great Debate Photos (Yale University at Woolsey Hall) Photographer: Walter Bailey
CT Supreme Court Supports NAACP Move
In Favor of Education Funding Coalition Monday, March 22, 2010
John Brittain, 832-687-3007 CT Supreme Court Supports NAACP Move
In Favor of Education Funding Coalition
HARTFORD – The Connecticut Supreme Court today voted in favor of the Connecticut Coalition for Justice in Education Funding, which claimed unequal education on behalf of schoolchildren and parents. The State NAACP had filed a friend of court brief in support of the CCJEF in its case against the State via its Governor, M. Jodi Rell.
"The NAACP has stood with the Coalition's efforts to ensure adequate education for each and every child in the state," NAACP President Scot X. Esdaile said. “And we stand ready to fight for the right of every child to graduate from high school, succeed in college and compete in our global economy.” read more click here
The Census Bureau counts Connecticut's prisoners as residents of the communities where they are incarcerated, though they can't vote and remain legal residents of the places they lived before they were incarcerated. Crediting thousands of mostly urban and minority men to the wrong communities has staggering implications for our system of representative democracy, which uses the Census to apportion political power on the basis of population. read more click here
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