Members and guests from the National Association for the Advancement of Colored People (NAACP) visit the NYSE to celebrate the organization’s 100th anniversary and Centennial Convention taking place in New York City from July 11- 16. In honor of the occasion, NAACP President and CEO, Benjamin Todd Jealous, NAACP Vice Chairwoman, Roslyn Brock and NAACP New York State Conference President, Hazel N Dukes ring The Opening BellSM joined by Robert A. Marchman, Executive Vice President of Enforcement and Risk, NYSE Regulation and Head of the NYSE Euronext Diversity Council.
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ABOUT THE NAACP:
Founded in 1909, the NAACP is the nation's oldest and largest civil rights organization. Its members in the U.S. around the world advocate for civil and human rights, conducting voter mobilization campaigns, and monitoring equal opportunity in the public and private sectors. The mission of the National Association for the Advancement of Colored People is to ensure the political, educational, social, and economic equality of rights of all persons and to eliminate racial hatred and racial discrimination.
ABOUT THE NAACP CENTENNIAL:
On February 12, 2009, the NAACP marked its 100th anniversary. The NAACP Headquarters, based in Baltimore, MD , along with its 1,700 units nationwide, will host celebrations and observances throughout the year that highlight the significant role the organization has played in leading social change in America.
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