NAACP Office of General Counsel Fall Training Institute session on identifying, reporting, and preventing hate crimes — Tuesday, November 17, 2026, 5:30–6:30 PM CT, virtual.

President Henderson Weber is calling a special meeting of the branch according to Article V, Section 6 of the National Bylaws on 10/31/26 at 4pm. The purpose of this meeting is to resolve outstanding items in regards to Elections required in the 2026 NAACP Branch Election Procedures, and bring clarification to the process followed thus far.

Join the NAACP Monthly Health Leads Forum on Thursday, November 12 at 6:00 PM CT, online via Zoom — featuring DaVita on kidney care and the new Heart & Soul Curriculum.

The Des Moines NAACP Branch is co-sponsoring a nonpartisan, pro-democracy Election Eve gathering on Monday, November 2, 5:30–6:30 p.m. in Des Moines. Venue to be announced.

America's Black Veterans: The Frontline of Freedom

Beyond Predatory Lending

Paid opportunity: help plan a community-led, citywide survey of Des Moines' heritage assets. $50 per meeting, no qualifications required. Apply by November 2.

OGC Fall Training Institute: Just Keep Voting — The Importance of Voting Down the Ballot

Drake University unveiled a bronze statue of Johnny Bright on October 16, 2026. The NAACP, which has stood with Drake on this history since 2006, applauds the honor.

Join the NAACP's national Faith Forward Phonebank — Monday, October 26, 2026, at 6:00 PM CT, virtual. Turn voter education into real action ahead of Election Day.

Republished with permission: My City My Health’s full guide to the Medicaid changes coming under H.R. 1 — community engagement requirements, exemptions, timelines, and resources for Iowans.

Share your voice: NAACP x Brookings focus group on AI in patient care — Thursday, October 29 at 6:00 PM CT.

Joint NAACP/AAMC AI in Medicine webinar — Wednesday, October 21, 1:00–2:00 PM CT.

Share your voice: NAACP x Brookings focus group on AI in patient care — Monday, October 19 at 6:00 PM CT.

NAACP Des Moines nonpartisan 2026 voter guide covering the office or ballot measure, researched backgrounds, factual issue explanations, and original sources.

Join us October 13 at the Polk County Central Senior Center for a community conversation on what's changing with Medicaid, where to get help, and what local resources are available. Food will be provided.

Black Sports Moms and the NAACP host a virtual town hall on the Protect College Sports Act — Thursday, October 15 at 7:00 PM Central. Register now.

NAACP Des Moines nonpartisan 2026 voter guide covering the office or ballot measure, researched backgrounds, factual issue explanations, and original sources.

NAACP's Office of General Counsel hosts a free October training on fighting back against attacks on DEI at the state and local level. Tuesday, October 13 at 5:00 PM CT, virtual.

Nonpartisan 2026 judicial retention guide with individual biographies, Iowa State Bar Association attorney survey figures, and source-linked court decisions. Editorial draft awaiting review.