NAACP - Auburn/Cayuga Branch

10/25/2025

Here is the link the the Auburn City Council Forum hosted by the Auburn Cayuga NAACP Branch on Friday, October 24, 2025.

https://www.facebook.com/share/v/1A2R6HizqD/?mibextid=wwXIfr

09/26/2025

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

Upholding Justice, Free Speech, and Due Process in the Auburn Enlarged City School District

September 25, 2025

Auburn, NY — The Auburn Cayuga County NAACP stands firmly in defense of justice, truth, and the constitutional rights of all individuals, especially those who serve our children and communities with dedication. We are deeply troubled by recent public accusations that two Auburn Enlarged City School District educators “gloated” over the tragic death of Mr. Charlie Kirk and are “indoctrinating” students with hatred.

To be clear, individuals sharing personal reflections on societal double standards and historical injustices is not a celebration of violence. To distort these reflections into accusations of radicalization is not only irresponsible—it is dangerous.

The inflammatory rhetoric, including attacks on educators, is not rooted in concern for students or our community’s well-being. It is a deliberate attempt to spread fear and division. These baseless accusations are part of a broader, orchestrated effort to undermine First Amendment protections and silence voices that challenge systemic injustice.

This attempt to weaponize tragedy to advance a political agenda threatens the rights of educators and the integrity of our schools.

The continued disproportionate scrutiny of Black voices for exercising their First Amendment rights must not be repeated in Auburn.

We call on the Auburn ECSD and the broader community to:
1. Protect the First Amendment rights of educators to express personal views outside the classroom.
2. Reject inflammatory rhetoric that seeks to divide rather than unite.
3. Engage in honest dialogue about equity, justice, and the role of educators in shaping critical thinkers.

In a time of deep polarization, we must look beyond the smoke and mirrors of outrage and recommit ourselves to the principles of fairness, truth, and unity. The NAACP calls on all stakeholders—educators, families, leaders, and neighbors—to stand on the side of our Constitutional Rights as Americans, not judgment.

Media Contact:
Auburn Cayuga County NAACP
315-816-8529
[email protected]

03/30/2025

01/21/2025

Installation of Officers and MLK Spoken Word Celebration.

Thank you for celebrating MLK Day with the Auburn Cayuga NAACP. The 2025-2027 officers of the branch were sworn in by the Western and Central NY Regional Director of the NYS Conference NAACP, Mrs. Linda Brown-Robinson.

Performances by ASCUAD Arts Performers from Syracuse, NY and the Voices of Faith choir

Refreshments were provided by Time 2 Eat Catering, LLC.

10/30/2024

Dr. Clemmie Harris speaks on PROJECT 2025 and its implications.

10/26/2024

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10/12/2024

Join us on Friday, October 25, 2025 for our 57th Annual FREEDOM Fund Gala.

https://givebutter.com/7X5qgb

04/24/2024

Join EmpowerHER's April Meet-Up on Thursday, April 25th from 6-8 pm hosted by Melody's CoWorking & Event Space.

Discover valuable resources to launch, grow, and scale your business, learn about MWBE/WBE certification, hear real talk about being a hybrid-entrepreneur, and connect with CNY & Upstate business owners. Bring your business cards and/or business collateral and enjoy some refreshments served at the event.

Don't miss out on this empowering opportunity! Register now at https://bit.ly/EmpowerHeratMelodys
or email [email protected].
You can also call 315-370-9227 for more information.

03/17/2024

Last night, members of the NAACP and friends, met at Auburn Public Theater to watch the 55th NAACP Image Awards.

We had a wonderful time celebrating BLACK EXCELLENCE.