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Madison Sconiers: 40 under 40
The NAACP Des Moines Branch would like to congratulate our very own Madison Sconiers on her recognition as a 2023 40 Under 40. Madison is...
Victoria Henderson Weber
Mar 24, 20233 min read
Ramadan Mubarak & If it wasn't for the Women...
Greetings! Today we wish our Muslim brothers and sisters Ramadan Mubarak, or Blessed Ramadan. For those of you who are not familiar,...
Victoria Henderson Weber
Mar 22, 20232 min read
Local Black HERstory Makers WIN
Freedom Fighters, In 1980, Frances Louise Dancy Hooks and Earleen Bolden organized the trailblazing Women in the NAACP (WIN). This...
Victoria Henderson Weber
Mar 14, 20231 min read
The Intersection of Black History, Women's History, & Bloody Sunday
Freedom Fighters, At the intersection of Black History 365, Women's History Month, and the 58th Anniversary of Bloody Sunday I find...
Victoria Henderson Weber
Mar 6, 20231 min read
Wrapping up 2023 Black History Month
Freedom Fighters, As we wrap up the 2023 edition of Black History Month, we are reminded that while we have come so far, we still have so...
Victoria Henderson Weber
Feb 28, 20231 min read
Congratulations Cheryl Johnson
The Des Moines Branch NAACP would like to congratulate Iowa’s adopted daughter, Clerk of the United States House of Representatives,...
Victoria Henderson Weber
Jan 7, 20231 min read
Honored to Present the 10th Annual Iowa Summit on Justice & Disparities
Calling for attendees and central Iowans in general to remain committed to racial equity, civic engagement, and supportive policies and...
Victoria Henderson Weber
Dec 8, 20222 min read
Russell Lovell Elected to the Fellows of the American Bar Foundation
Drake Law School is pleased to announce that Professor Emeritus Russell Lovell II, has been elected a Fellow of the American Bar...
Victoria Henderson Weber
Dec 7, 20222 min read
Faith Missionary Baptist Church named Faith Based Organization of the year
On Saturday, December 3, Faith Missionary Baptist Church received the inaugural Faith Based Organization of the Award during the Des...
Victoria Henderson Weber
Dec 4, 20222 min read
Jacquie Easley McGhee named 2022 Corporate Citizen
On Saturday, December 3, Jacquie Easley McGhee received the inaugural Corporate Citizen of the Year Award during the Des Moines Branch of...
Victoria Henderson Weber
Dec 4, 20222 min read
b. Robert Moore awarded Excellence in Advocacy Award
On Saturday, December 3, b. Robert Moore received the 2022 Excellence in Advocacy Award during the Des Moines Branch of the National...
Victoria Henderson Weber
Dec 3, 20222 min read
Mary Chapman named Sue M. Brown Woman of the Year
On Saturday, December 3, Dr. Mary Sconiers-Chapman received the inaugural Sue M. Brown Woman of the Year Award during the Des Moines...
Victoria Henderson Weber
Dec 3, 20222 min read
Black Women 4 Healthy Living named Non-Profit of the Year
On Saturday, December 3, Black Women 4 Healthy Living received the Non-Profit of Year Award during the Des Moines Branch of the National...
Victoria Henderson Weber
Dec 3, 20222 min read
Mary Chapman: Sages over 70
The NAACP Des Moines Branch would like to congratulate our very own Dr. Mary Chapman on her recognition as a 2022 Sage of 70. Dr. Chapman...
Victoria Henderson Weber
Nov 1, 20223 min read
2022 Community Awards Nominations
2022 Freedom Fund Annual Awards Call for Nominations November 23, 2022, DEADLINE The NAACP Des Moines Branch is now accepting nominations...
Victoria Henderson Weber
Oct 27, 20224 min read
2022 Corporate Citizen Award Nomination
2022 Freedom Fund Annual Awards Call for Nominations- NEW THIS YEAR November 23, 2022, DEADLINE The NAACP Des Moines Branch is now...
Victoria Henderson Weber
Oct 27, 20222 min read
46th Annual Freedom Fund
Greetings! In our 107th year, the Des Moines Branch NAACP fights forward with our enduring commitment to Race & Justice, Education...
Branch Secretary
Oct 26, 20222 min read
How to Advocate for Your Child if a Learning Disability is Suspected
Don't miss PART 3 in the WIN series focused on the Recruitment and Retention of Foster Parents. Register here:...
Victoria Henderson Weber
Feb 25, 20221 min read
113 years of fighting for change
In these uncertain times, we still have so much to celebrate. Not only is it Black History Month but also the NAACP’s 113th Birthday! It...
Victoria Henderson Weber
Feb 11, 20221 min read
COVID UPDATE: Gather safely during the holidays
The holiday season is upon us and that means many people will be traveling across the country to gather with friends, family, and loved...
Victoria Henderson Weber
Nov 19, 20211 min read
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