NAACP Youth Mission
The mission of the NAACP Youth & College Division shall be to inform youth of the problems affecting African Americans and other racial and ethnic minorities; to advance the economic, education, social and political status of African Americans and other racial and ethnic minorities and their harmonious cooperation with other peoples; to stimulate an appreciation of the African Diaspora and other people of color’s contribution to civilization; and to develop an intelligent, effective youth.
Objectives
- Provide young people with personal and leadership development training
- Proactive political and community activism
- Public awareness of the necessity of positive youth engagement