Arts & Cultural Preservation
Kwasi Russell, Chair
The vision of the Arts & Cultural Preservation Committee is to create and maintain a repository for the historical achievements of the Minneapolis Chapter of the NAACP. The Mission for the committee is to create a 21st century platform on the accomplishments of this premier civil rights organization from 1900 - 2015 and beyond. To familiarize new members with achievements the proud legacy of struggle against racism/white supremacy and oppression in this country. For more information on this committee, email [email protected].
Child Protection
Kelis Houston, Chair / Tiffany Forslund, Co-Chair
For more information on this committee, email [email protected].
Communications
The mission of the Communications Committee is to promote the image of the Minneapolis Branch through public relations, social media and writing as a uniquely vibrant, dynamic body of the National Chapter. It is our goal to keep the community informed and aware of the organization’s mission, goals, accomplishments, events and to make people aware of the benefits of becoming a member of the organization. For more information on this committee, email [email protected].
Criminal Justice
Raj Sethuraju, Chair / Anika Bowie, Co-Chair
For more information on this committee, email [email protected].
Economic Development
Jeffrey Aguy, Chair
The Economic Development Committee engages and connects community members, businesses, local and statewide government for the economic well being, retention, and growth of communities of color in The Greater Minneapolis area. We envision an economically sustainable Minneapolis where communities of color take pride as active participants in a connected global economy from a strength-based perspective. For more information on this committee, email [email protected].
Labor
Carlos Rodrigo, Chair / Cynthia Wilson, Co-Chair
The purpose of the Labor Committee is to protect the rights, freedom of speech, and the overall well being of every employee in and around their workplace in Minnesota.
Behavioral Health & Wellness
Jonathan Lofgren, Chair / Ashley Aguy, Co-Chair
The mission of the Behavioral Heath & Wellness Committee is to advocate for and to improve the health and wellness of the NAACP Branch and the black community. The mission is achieved by the committee by engaging in vigilant advocacy and by providing education, resources, and support wherever possible, in the areas of preventive and primary health, mental health, and substance abuse services. For more information on this committee, email [email protected].
Prison Reform
Sharon Brooks, Chair / James Badu-El, Co Chair
For more information on this committee, email [email protected].