NAACP Lincoln Branch
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Founded in 1918, The Lincoln Branch NAACP is an official chartered branch of the NAACP.
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The NAACP Lincoln-Branch and the Youth Council had the amazing opportunity to table at the Latino Festival this weekend!
A big thank you to El Centro de las Americas for welcoming us into this space filled with community, culture, and joy!
A big thank you to El Centro de las Americas for welcoming us into this space filled with community, culture, and joy!
September 18, 2025 at 2:34 PM
The NAACP Lincoln-Branch and the Youth Council had the amazing opportunity to table at the Latino Festival this weekend!
A big thank you to El Centro de las Americas for welcoming us into this space filled with community, culture, and joy!
A big thank you to El Centro de las Americas for welcoming us into this space filled with community, culture, and joy!
Do you have a will? This September, the NAACP Lincoln Branch and Nebraska Appleseed invite you to join us for a free presentation to learn the basics of how estate planning can benefit you, your family, and your favorite charities.
RSVP: neappl.es/EstatePlanningBasics
RSVP: neappl.es/EstatePlanningBasics
August 18, 2025 at 4:05 PM
Do you have a will? This September, the NAACP Lincoln Branch and Nebraska Appleseed invite you to join us for a free presentation to learn the basics of how estate planning can benefit you, your family, and your favorite charities.
RSVP: neappl.es/EstatePlanningBasics
RSVP: neappl.es/EstatePlanningBasics
Take action at the Good Trouble Lives On rally on July 17, the anniversary of Congressman John Lewis’s passing, to defend our democracy and carry forward his legacy of Good Trouble.
We will be lining the sidewalks of O street starting between 10th and 11th street
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We will be lining the sidewalks of O street starting between 10th and 11th street
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GOOD TROUBLE LIVES ON: · John Lewis Actions
Good Trouble Lives On is a national day of nonviolent action to respond to the attacks posed on our civil and human rights by the Trump administration and to remind them that in America, the power lie...
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July 15, 2025 at 8:26 PM
Take action at the Good Trouble Lives On rally on July 17, the anniversary of Congressman John Lewis’s passing, to defend our democracy and carry forward his legacy of Good Trouble.
We will be lining the sidewalks of O street starting between 10th and 11th street
www.mobilize.us/john-lewis-a...
We will be lining the sidewalks of O street starting between 10th and 11th street
www.mobilize.us/john-lewis-a...
Happy Juneteenth! Juneteenth is the day when federal troops arrived in Galveston, Texas in 1865 to take control of the state and make sure all enslaved people were freed. The troops’ arrival came two and a half years after the signing of the Emancipation Proclamation. #Juneteenth
June 20, 2025 at 12:13 AM
Happy Juneteenth! Juneteenth is the day when federal troops arrived in Galveston, Texas in 1865 to take control of the state and make sure all enslaved people were freed. The troops’ arrival came two and a half years after the signing of the Emancipation Proclamation. #Juneteenth
June is National Pride Month. This month commemorates the Stonewall uprising that took place on June 28, 1969. The first March took place in Manhattan in 1970 to commemorate the one-year anniversary of Stonewall. It took 30 years for Pride Month to become official in 1999.
June 6, 2025 at 5:02 PM
June is National Pride Month. This month commemorates the Stonewall uprising that took place on June 28, 1969. The first March took place in Manhattan in 1970 to commemorate the one-year anniversary of Stonewall. It took 30 years for Pride Month to become official in 1999.
On June 2, 1924, President Calvin Coolidge signed a measure guaranteeing full American citizenship for all Native Americans born within U.S. territorial limits.
It would be decades before all 50 states granted Native American citizens the right to vote.
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It would be decades before all 50 states granted Native American citizens the right to vote.
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The Indian Citizenship Act at 100 Years Old - Native American Rights Fund
This article originally appeared in the NARF Legal Review, Vol #49 No. 1 The Promise of Citizenship One hundred years ago, on June 2, 1924, the United States government conferred citizenship on…
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June 2, 2025 at 5:02 PM
On June 2, 1924, President Calvin Coolidge signed a measure guaranteeing full American citizenship for all Native Americans born within U.S. territorial limits.
It would be decades before all 50 states granted Native American citizens the right to vote.
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It would be decades before all 50 states granted Native American citizens the right to vote.
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Every year on June 1st, people across the United States celebrate Black Lives Matter Month as a time to fight fascism and racial injustice. #blacklivesmatter
June 2, 2025 at 2:08 AM
Every year on June 1st, people across the United States celebrate Black Lives Matter Month as a time to fight fascism and racial injustice. #blacklivesmatter
The Lincoln Branch and Youth Chapter celebrated this year’s graduates at the All School Graduation Party. This event brought together high school and college graduates from across Lincoln and connected them with resources and organizations who want to see them succeed. Congratulations class of 2025!
May 29, 2025 at 5:04 PM
The Lincoln Branch and Youth Chapter celebrated this year’s graduates at the All School Graduation Party. This event brought together high school and college graduates from across Lincoln and connected them with resources and organizations who want to see them succeed. Congratulations class of 2025!
On May 28, 1830, President Andrew Jackson signed the Indian Removal Act, which forced nearly 50,000 Native Americans to relocate to designated territories west of the Mississippi River. This mass displacement facilitated the ‘Trail of Tears’.
May 28, 2025 at 5:02 PM
On May 28, 1830, President Andrew Jackson signed the Indian Removal Act, which forced nearly 50,000 Native Americans to relocate to designated territories west of the Mississippi River. This mass displacement facilitated the ‘Trail of Tears’.
On May 2, 1963, school-aged children skipped class to march through downtown Birmingham, Alabama, in what has come to be known as “The Children’s Crusade.”
Students gathered everyday to call for national attention. Hundreds were beat, jailed, blasted with water cannons, and attacked by police dogs.
Students gathered everyday to call for national attention. Hundreds were beat, jailed, blasted with water cannons, and attacked by police dogs.
May 19, 2025 at 5:03 PM
On May 2, 1963, school-aged children skipped class to march through downtown Birmingham, Alabama, in what has come to be known as “The Children’s Crusade.”
Students gathered everyday to call for national attention. Hundreds were beat, jailed, blasted with water cannons, and attacked by police dogs.
Students gathered everyday to call for national attention. Hundreds were beat, jailed, blasted with water cannons, and attacked by police dogs.
The 2025 theme for Mental Health Awareness is ‘Turn Awareness into Action.’ This month has been observed as Mental Health Awareness in the United States since 1949.
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May 16, 2025 at 5:02 PM
The 2025 theme for Mental Health Awareness is ‘Turn Awareness into Action.’ This month has been observed as Mental Health Awareness in the United States since 1949.
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Save the Date! Celebrate Juneteenth on June 21 with food, fun, entertainment and more. For more information see www.malonecenter.org
The Malone Center
Malone Center (located in Lincoln, NE) programs and initiatives extend beyond the community center to champion our active support against poverty.
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May 13, 2025 at 5:02 PM
Save the Date! Celebrate Juneteenth on June 21 with food, fun, entertainment and more. For more information see www.malonecenter.org
Over 3.7 million Arab Americans live in the U.S, bringing different contributions that significantly affect culture and society. Naomi Shihab Nye is a Palestinian American poet, children’s author, essayist, and educator whose work revolves around the experiences of an Arab American.
April 29, 2025 at 5:04 PM
Over 3.7 million Arab Americans live in the U.S, bringing different contributions that significantly affect culture and society. Naomi Shihab Nye is a Palestinian American poet, children’s author, essayist, and educator whose work revolves around the experiences of an Arab American.
Ahmed H. Zewail was the first Egyptian and Arab to win the Nobel Prize in Chemistry in 1999 for developing a rapid laser technique that enabled scientists to study the action of atoms during chemical reactions. The breakthrough created a new field of physical chemistry known as femtochemistry.
April 27, 2025 at 5:02 PM
Ahmed H. Zewail was the first Egyptian and Arab to win the Nobel Prize in Chemistry in 1999 for developing a rapid laser technique that enabled scientists to study the action of atoms during chemical reactions. The breakthrough created a new field of physical chemistry known as femtochemistry.
Transportation is an environmental issue, and the film, Free To Ride, follows the story of a grassroots coalition in Dayton, Ohio that overcame challenges and shows that change is possible. Join the NAACP in a free screening of the film with the director on April 28 at 5pm CST.
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Join our community of over 2 million activists across the nation fighting for change and for justice.
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April 26, 2025 at 6:01 PM
Transportation is an environmental issue, and the film, Free To Ride, follows the story of a grassroots coalition in Dayton, Ohio that overcame challenges and shows that change is possible. Join the NAACP in a free screening of the film with the director on April 28 at 5pm CST.
Get registered and get to voting!
April 24, 2025 at 2:34 PM
Get registered and get to voting!
Arab American Heritage Month is an opportunity to recognize the impact that Arab communities have had across all areas of society. Dr. Michael DeBakey was a revolutionary cardiovascular surgeon who pioneered surgical treatments for cardiovascular disease.
#arabamericanheritagemonth
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April 23, 2025 at 5:03 PM
Arab American Heritage Month is an opportunity to recognize the impact that Arab communities have had across all areas of society. Dr. Michael DeBakey was a revolutionary cardiovascular surgeon who pioneered surgical treatments for cardiovascular disease.
#arabamericanheritagemonth
#arabamericanheritagemonth
Power, Our Planet! Since 1970, every April 22nd has been recognized as Earth Day. The NAACP has partnered with EarthDay.org and helped create their first quiz on environmental and climate justice issues. Take the quiz and share it with others to see how much you know! buff.ly/J5WZHPD
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April 22, 2025 at 7:03 PM
Power, Our Planet! Since 1970, every April 22nd has been recognized as Earth Day. The NAACP has partnered with EarthDay.org and helped create their first quiz on environmental and climate justice issues. Take the quiz and share it with others to see how much you know! buff.ly/J5WZHPD
#earthday
#earthday
The NAACP, Lincoln Branch will be holding its African American High School Honors Program on Tuesday, April 29, at 6:00 p.m. at the Lincoln Firefighters Reception Hall. This year, we will be recognizing 11th and 12th grade students.
April 20, 2025 at 5:01 PM
The NAACP, Lincoln Branch will be holding its African American High School Honors Program on Tuesday, April 29, at 6:00 p.m. at the Lincoln Firefighters Reception Hall. This year, we will be recognizing 11th and 12th grade students.
April is Arab American Heritage Month! It is a time to celebrate the rich history, cultural contributions, and achievements of Arab Americans in the United States.
#arabamericanheritagemonth
#arabamericanheritagemonth
April 19, 2025 at 7:37 PM
April is Arab American Heritage Month! It is a time to celebrate the rich history, cultural contributions, and achievements of Arab Americans in the United States.
#arabamericanheritagemonth
#arabamericanheritagemonth
The League of Women Voters of Lincoln-Lancaster County and 10/11 NOW are hosting two Candidate Forums in preparation for the General Election on May 6th. The forums held on Tuesday, April 22, and Wednesday, April 23, are scheduled from 6:30 pm to 8:30 pm at the Unitarian Church of Lincoln, 6300 A St
League of Women Voters – Lincoln/Lancaster NE – League of Women Voters – Lincoln/Lancaster Serving the City of Lincoln and Lancaster County, Nebraska
League of Women Voters – Lincoln/Lancaster NE
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April 17, 2025 at 6:02 PM
The League of Women Voters of Lincoln-Lancaster County and 10/11 NOW are hosting two Candidate Forums in preparation for the General Election on May 6th. The forums held on Tuesday, April 22, and Wednesday, April 23, are scheduled from 6:30 pm to 8:30 pm at the Unitarian Church of Lincoln, 6300 A St
On April 15, 1947, Jackie Robinson debuted with the Brooklyn Dodgers, breaking the color barrier in Major League Baseball. Robinson endured racism from fans, players, and teammates. He was the first recipient of the Rookie of the Year Award in 1947 and won the National League’s MVP Award in 1949.
April 15, 2025 at 7:02 PM
On April 15, 1947, Jackie Robinson debuted with the Brooklyn Dodgers, breaking the color barrier in Major League Baseball. Robinson endured racism from fans, players, and teammates. He was the first recipient of the Rookie of the Year Award in 1947 and won the National League’s MVP Award in 1949.
Mrs. and Dr Mays had the chance to attend the LB3 legislative floor debate today. Nebraska’s current system divides its electoral votes by congressional district. LB3, seeking a “Winner-take-all” system, was shot down today to a 31-18 vote.
#nebraska
#nebraska
April 9, 2025 at 1:40 AM
Mrs. and Dr Mays had the chance to attend the LB3 legislative floor debate today. Nebraska’s current system divides its electoral votes by congressional district. LB3, seeking a “Winner-take-all” system, was shot down today to a 31-18 vote.
#nebraska
#nebraska
The 10th annual Robert L. Polk lecture on Race & Social Justice will be led by Dr. Thema Bryant on Wednesday, April 9, 2025, at 7 p.m. at Heckman Auditorium, Doane University. Dr. Thema Bryant is an award-winning psychologist, author, and professor.
April 4, 2025 at 6:01 PM
The 10th annual Robert L. Polk lecture on Race & Social Justice will be led by Dr. Thema Bryant on Wednesday, April 9, 2025, at 7 p.m. at Heckman Auditorium, Doane University. Dr. Thema Bryant is an award-winning psychologist, author, and professor.
Immigrant women have always been at the forefront of movements for dignity and justice—organizing in workplaces, communities, and at the ballot box. In the face of anti-immigrant policies and fear tactics, their resilience fuels change. Let’s honor their legacy by taking action—EVERY MOMENT COUNTS.
April 2, 2025 at 6:04 PM
Immigrant women have always been at the forefront of movements for dignity and justice—organizing in workplaces, communities, and at the ballot box. In the face of anti-immigrant policies and fear tactics, their resilience fuels change. Let’s honor their legacy by taking action—EVERY MOMENT COUNTS.