The NAACP New York State Conference proudly announces its partnership with the New York Coalition for Fair College Admissions, a coalition committed to advancing equity and justice in education by ending unfair legacy admissions practices at New York colleges. This collaboration underscores the NAACP's longstanding dedication to ensuring equal access to higher education opportunities for all students, regardless of their background or socioeconomic status.

Dr. Hazel N. Dukes, renowned activist and leader, will be awarded the NAACP Spingarn Medal in recognition of her years of transformative advocacy and brave leadership.

A bill that would increase hourly wages for home care workers in New York won the backing on Tuesday from a set of powerful allies: The NAACP and the New York Black, Puerto Rican, Hispanic, & Asian Legislative Caucus of state lawmakers.

The NAACP New York State Conference stands in overwhelming support of the Governor’s plan to increase broadband access throughout the state.

On Saturday, January 8, 2022, NAACP leaders from across New York State convened virtually and in-person for the body’s first meeting of the new year. Over 300 members attended Saturday’s business meeting, where they received programmatic updates from State Officers and Committee Chairs.

It is with profound sadness that we announce the sudden passing of our beloved NYS Conference staff member, Harriet Chris High. Please keep Janeen, her family, the State Conference and all who knew and loved her in your prayers.