NAACP Alexander/Pulaski County

NAACP Alexander/Pulaski County The NAACP (National Association for the Advancement of Colored People), formed in 1909, is the nation's oldest and largest civil right's organization.

The mission, purpose, vision, and goal of the NAACP is to ensure the political, educational, social, and economic equality of rights for all people and to eliminate racial hatred and racial discrimination. This organization has provided critical institutional support and leadership in the fight against racial inequalities in America. Over the course of the 20th century, the NAACP explicitly promot

ed itself as a model of in*******al exchange, while also implicitly encouraging activism by both men and women. The NAACP continues to focus on disparities as well as address six major areas of inequality: Economic Sustainability, Education, Health Public Safety and Criminal Justice, Voting Rights and Political Representation. and Expanding Civic Engagement.

Let’s talk solutions πŸ’›πŸ–€American Association Of University Women presents:Black Maternal Health: Real Solutions is happen...
02/09/2026

Let’s talk solutions πŸ’›πŸ–€

American Association Of University Women presents:

Black Maternal Health: Real Solutions is happening Tuesday, Feb. 10, 2026 at the African American Museum of Southern Illinois (University Mall, Carbondale).

✨ Social: 5:30 PM | Program: 6:00 PM (Business meeting starts at 5:00 PM)

Special guest: Chastity Mays, M.S.Ed, CD(DONA) β€” The Little Resource Center.

There, they will discuss the realities behind Black maternal health, the roots of the crisis, and how we can show up as a community.

πŸš— Parking: back lot β€” Section J, Door 8.
Bring a friend and join the conversation.

AYEEE STUDENTS! πŸ‘ŸπŸ”₯🎨It’s time for the Sneaker Ball Poster Contest hosted by the Alexander/Pulaski County NAACP!πŸ’š Theme: S...
02/05/2026

AYEEE STUDENTS! πŸ‘ŸπŸ”₯🎨

It’s time for the Sneaker Ball Poster Contest hosted by the Alexander/Pulaski County NAACP!

πŸ’š Theme: Stepping Into Her Power

πŸ‘Ÿ Start with a sneaker drawing and turn it into something that represents confidence, strength, and growth.

πŸ–ŒοΈ Use ANY materials you want β€” paint, markers, colored pencil, collage, mixed media… get creative!

🏫 Open to Cairo, Meridian, Century & Egyptian:
βœ… Grades 5–8 + 9–12
πŸ“ Turn it in to your school counselor (label it with name/grade/school)

⏰ Deadline: Feb 25 (must be present to win)

πŸ† Winner announced at the Sneaker Ball March 14, 2026

🎟️ Every contestant gets ONE FREE ticket!

The Alexander/Pulaski Counties NAACP proudly invites all veterans and their spouses to a FREE breakfast in your honor! πŸ₯ž...
11/03/2025

The Alexander/Pulaski Counties NAACP proudly invites all veterans and their spouses to a FREE breakfast in your honor! πŸ₯ž

πŸ“… Tuesday, November 11, 2025
πŸ•— 8:00–11:00 A.M.
πŸ“ Pulaski County Housing Authority
130 Richland Terrace, Mounds, IL

Come enjoy good food, fellowship, and a moment to remember & honor those who’ve served. πŸ’™

Happy Veterans Day!

πŸ“šβœοΈ Tamms Families β€” Get Ready for Back to School! πŸŽ’πŸ’‰FREE Physicals + Supplies + Snacks!Community Health & Emergency Ser...
07/17/2025

πŸ“šβœοΈ Tamms Families β€” Get Ready for Back to School! πŸŽ’πŸ’‰
FREE Physicals + Supplies + Snacks!
Community Health & Emergency Services (CHESI) is hosting a Back to School Vaccines & Physicals Day on July 31 at the Tamms Health Center!

πŸ“ Location: 290 Railroad St, Tamms, IL 62988
πŸ“… Date: July 31
πŸ“ž Call: 1-855-MY CHESI (855-692-4374)
βœ… Free physicals
πŸŽ’ FREE backpack filled with school supplies
🌭 Hot dogs, chips, and a drink for all participants!
πŸ•’ Come early β€” everything is first come, first served while supplies last!

Let’s get our students healthy and set for success this school year!

πŸŽ’πŸ“š Back to School Made Easy! πŸ“šπŸŽ’FREE Physicals + School Supplies + Snacks!Join Community Health & Emergency Services (CHE...
07/17/2025

πŸŽ’πŸ“š Back to School Made Easy! πŸ“šπŸŽ’
FREE Physicals + School Supplies + Snacks!
Join Community Health & Emergency Services (CHESI) on July 28 at the Cairo Mega Clinic for our Back to School Vaccines & Physicals Event!

πŸ“ Location: 13245 Kessler Rd, Cairo, IL 62914
πŸ“… Date: July 28
πŸ“ž Call: 1-855-MY CHESI (855-692-4374)
βœ… FREE Physicals
🎁 With your physical, get a backpack full of school supplies
🌭 Enjoy hot dogs, chips, & a drink – on us!
✨ While supplies last, so come early!

Let's get our kids healthy and ready to learn! πŸ’‰πŸŽ’βœοΈ

🎷✨ Join Us for an Unforgettable Day of Smooth Jazz! ✨🎷The 6th Annual Smooth Jazz Festival is back and better than ever β€”...
07/17/2025

🎷✨ Join Us for an Unforgettable Day of Smooth Jazz! ✨🎷
The 6th Annual Smooth Jazz Festival is back and better than ever β€” proudly presented by The Harold S. Jones Fine Arts Center!

πŸ“ Location: Cairo Regional Airport – Cairo, IL
πŸ“… Date: Saturday, August 31st
⏰ Time: 12:00 PM – 10:00 PM

Come enjoy an incredible lineup of talented performers, food, fun, and smooth vibes all day long! 🌞🎢
🎀 Performance Schedule:
πŸŽ™οΈ Michaele Postell - Vocalist | 1:00 PM
🎷 The Claire Malue Quartet | 3:00 PM
🎺 The Paducah Jazz Patrol | 5:00 PM
🎼 Dr. Felipe Brito - Trombonist | 7:00 PM
🎀 Malia Jones - Vocalist | 8:30 PM
Bring your lawn chairs, your friends, and your love for jazz – and let’s make this a day to remember!

πŸ“ž For more info: 618-306-5788
πŸ“§ [email protected]

✨ β€œOur Lives, Our Stories” ✨Excited to share this amazing upcoming event β€” the African American Women’s Health Conferenc...
07/09/2025

✨ β€œOur Lives, Our Stories” ✨

Excited to share this amazing upcoming event β€” the African American Women’s Health Conference happening Saturday, August 16th at Shawnee Community College in Ullin, IL!

This is a powerful day of connection, health education, and celebration of the well-being of African American women. πŸŽ€πŸ’ƒπŸ½πŸ’œ

Free registration is open through July 31st, so don’t wait!

🎢 Keynote by Jamar Scott

πŸ“– Storytelling by Yemisi M. Anderson

πŸ’ƒ Dance instruction by Dominique Atwood

🍽️ Lunch by Hannibal Black Sports Grill

πŸ’‘ Vendors, health screenings, and more!

πŸ‘‰ Register here: www.legacytraininginc.com

πŸ“£ Join us for Mental Health First Aid Training! πŸ§ πŸ’¬Whether it’s a friend, family member, or neighbor β€” knowing how to sup...
07/09/2025

πŸ“£ Join us for Mental Health First Aid Training! πŸ§ πŸ’¬

Whether it’s a friend, family member, or neighbor β€” knowing how to support someone facing mental health or substance use challenges can make all the difference.

Arrowleaf is hosting a free MHFA training on Friday, July 25th from 9AM–4PM, and it’s open to all! Let’s build stronger, more supportive communities together. πŸ’š

πŸ‘‰ Register here: www.myarrowleaf.org/mhfa

06/23/2025

Hi everyone!

One of our Pulaski County residents, Marissa Jackson (formerly known as Marissa Brown), is graduating from the Full Spectrum Birth Justice Doula program. She would love the community’s support!

Having a Doula in Pulaski County will be beneficial for all surrounding areas. Studies show that having a Doula present during childbirth is strongly associated with better birth outcomes. So if you can, please come show support for the one who will be supporting families in your area. Click the link below to RSVP:

πŸ”— https://facebook.com/events/s/graduation-full-spectrum-birth/1262563228760542/

As she steps into this new chapter, Marissa is also gathering supplies to donate to her future clients. If you’re able, she would be deeply grateful for any donations of items that could support her work as a Doula, such as:

🧺 Blankets, swaddles, or baby items
πŸ“š Pregnancy, birth, or postpartum books
πŸ§˜πŸ½β€β™€οΈ Self-care items for moms
πŸ’Ό Storage totes, bags, or organizing supplies

If you have anything you’d like to contributeβ€”or know someone who mightβ€”please feel free to reach out to her directly. Thank you to those who have already sent gifts; your support means the world!

To make things easier, she also has a Walmart registry, and all donations will be shipped directly to her:

πŸ›’ https://www.walmart.com/registry/BR/92653ba3-1575-4bad-a400-f626c77c8a1f

Marissa Jackson
Certified Birth Doula

Recently, a group of NAACP and Southern Illinois community members attended a study tour to The Legacy Sites in Montgome...
06/23/2025

Recently, a group of NAACP and Southern Illinois community members attended a study tour to The Legacy Sites in Montgomery, AL.

The Legacy Sites include the Legacy Museum, The National Memorial for Peace and Justice (aka the lynching memorial), and the Freedom Monument Sculpture Park.

This was a powerful and sobering experience - the Sites document the treatment of African Americans from the Middle Passage to mass incarceration today. On the final night, participants gathered to debrief and discuss strategies to use the knowledge gained to create positive change in Southern Illinois communities.

The group came away from the experience with a renewed fire for educating our youth on history and advocating for racial equity.

Last night's Resume Workshop was a success! Special thanks to Shawnee Community College Extension office of Cairo & Ms. ...
06/13/2025

Last night's Resume Workshop was a success!

Special thanks to Shawnee Community College Extension office of Cairo & Ms. Leslie Cornelius for providing the space for this event.

Huge thanks to Mr. Blake Goforth for providing a wealth of knowledge to the attendees.

Let us continue to take pride in our community and push one another to be the best version of ourselves. We got this!

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2035 Washington Ave
Cairo, IL

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