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No I am not a member and it's not from lack of trying (as it pertains to the local branch). Numerous attempts on my part were made: calling the office and stopping by the office to inquire about membership. Nothing.
I've even made attempts while working with other organizations to reach out to the NAACP so that collaborative relationships can be formed. One example: AIDSWalk took place in the city and I felt this would be a great community wide effort for the NAACP to take part in (the NAACP took a national stance on HIV/AIDS and what it is doing to our community). I sent letters and made countless phone calls in the hope of getting a response. Nothing.
My time and talents are valuable and I'm certainly not going to continue to waste them by "chasing" after this organization. I have found that it is better spent elsewhere (e.g. NCNW, Urban League, 100 Black Women).
I fully appreciate the legacy of the NAACP (as a national organization), however on a local/chapter level (in my city) it leaves a lot to be desired.
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SUPER BLACK MEMBER OF LIFE
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