A B O U T  U S

The Virginia Beach Branch of the NAACP was established in October 1941. The organization has fought for freedom, justice and equality for over 60 years. The growth and development of the largest city in Virginia brings new challenges to the cause of civil rights.   As the Branch celebrates its 65^th year in 2006 its main focus is centered around economic justice and inclusion in all aspects of the city.

The branch opened its first headquarters office in October 2001 at 868 North Newtown Road to provide the infrastructure necessary to meet today’s challenges.

The branch has worked to increase the number of African American judges in the city’s court system, the number of city contracts awarded to African American businesses and the number of African American employees in all of the city’s departments and position levels.

In the area of public safety, the branch has been a persuasive force in moving the police and fire departments toward being representative of the city’s minority population in recruitment and promotions.

As a volunteer organization the task is a daunting one but the results benefit the entire community.  I invite you to join and support the efforts of the Virginia Beach Branch NAACP.

                                                            Georgia F. Allen

                                                            President

                                                            Virginia Beach Branch NAACP