NAACP DeKalb

The vision of NAACP DeKalb is to EDUCATE the community about issues that impact our well-being; EQUIP us with tools that improve economic success and sustainability; and EMPOWER every DeKalb person to exercise their right to be heard.

NAACP DeKalb Affirmation Yesterday, enslavement. Today, liberty. With all my might and the grace of God, I shall fight to be forever free.

NAACP DEKALB LYNCHING REMEMBRANCE MARKER STOLEN

by Chaun Campos

A Remembrance Project lynching marker from William A. Kelly Park in Lithonia dedicated to the memory of mob lynching victims was reported stolen on Tuesday, February 27. Spearheaded by the NAACP DeKalb Remembrance Project Chair, Attorney D.E Smith, the marker was a collaborative effort composed of organizations in the community that wanted to honor victims of racial terrorism. The memorial was unveiled in 2021 and was a reminder of the abhorrent treatment African Americans suffered in Georgia and around America before and during the Civil Rights Movement.

As of now, no leads have been determined, but the Lithonia Police Department is investigating the theft and searching for potential suspects. The defacing of the symbolic marker during Black History Month is a stark reminder that although progress has been made concerning discriminatory actions and crimes directed at black communities, there is still a lot to be done.  Remembrance Project Chairperson, D. E. Smith, said, “This is unbelievable and shocking especially during Black History Month,” Smith said.  “We worked so hard to get this plaque and it just hurts my heart to see it taken.  It is like these lynching victims have been violated twice.”  SEE MORE ABOUT THE REMEMBRANCE PROJECT

Next General Meeting March 23, 2024 at 10 a.m.

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Edwina Clanton President of NAACP DeKalb

Mrs. Edwina Clanton replaced Lance Hammonds as the NAACP DeKalb Branch President as of July 1, 2023.  

Edwina Clanton has been a long-time member and officer for the branch.  She said, “I will work closely with our outstanding team to address the pressing issues that affect marginalized communities, such as voter suppression, educational inequality, criminal justice reform, and economic empowerment.  Together, we will continue to push the boundaries, effect meaningful change, and continue the fight for equality, dignity, and justice.”

Lance Hammonds relinquished his role as president after filing his intent to run for DeKalb County District 4 Commissioner in the next general election. 

Next General Meeting March 23, 2024 at 10:00 a.m. THIS MEETING IS VIRTUAL

NAACP DeKalb Affirmation Yesterday, enslavement. Today, liberty. With all my might and the grace of God, I shall fight to be forever free.

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General Membership meetings are the 4th Saturday of the month at 10:00 a.m. Executive Committee meetings are the 3rd Monday of the month at 7:00 p.m. (unless notified of a change in meeting times)