¶ … Culture and Society
One of the most well-known formal organizations of prior generations is the National Association for the Advancement of Colored People (NAACP). It was founded in 1909 with the purpose of improving the quality of life for African-Americans and promoting social justice.
Ever since its beginnings, the NAACP has protested and battled against violence, segregation, and discrimination against African-Americans. The NAACP has grown stronger since it was first founded. Today, it is one of the nation's chief civil rights organizations and continues to be an affective presence in promoting the rights of people of color. The current generation continues to benefit from the rewards of their century long struggle, such as affirmative action laws. Future generations will also continue to benefit from the persistence of generations past.
The personal and social development of people of color would not be the same today without groups such as these. The NAACP started social and economic programs for the disadvantaged, and more recently, programs such as 'Operation Fare Share' to promote entrepreneurship within the African-American community.
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