The NAACP will continue to engage district leadership and advocate publicly to ensure that student outcomes—not structure alone—remain the priority.

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The NAACP Louisville Branch is making major moves in education! Our latest article dives into the impact of the $100,000 awarded in 2025, the legacy behind the Raoul Cunningham Social Justice Scholarship, and how we’re paving the way for the leaders of tomorrow.

What’s inside:
✅ The vital role of education in our community.
✅ A call for local businesses to invest in our scholars.
✅ Details on how students can apply for 2026 funding!

📖 Read the full story and learn how to apply at Lounaacp.org under "Resources."

Applications are open now through May 1st! Let’s invest in the future, together. ✊🏾📚

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LOUISVILLE, KY — The NAACP Louisville Branch strongly condemns the politically motivated effort to impeach Justice Pamela R. Goodwine, the first African American woman elected to the Kentucky Supreme Court.

Justice Goodwine’s 2024 election was a historic, decisive mandate from Kentucky voters. Her decades of service—from district court to circuit court, the Court of Appeals, and now the Supreme Court—reflect an exemplary record of integrity and public trust.

The Kentucky House’s decision to review a petition for her removal is an unjustified attack on a jurist whose credentials are unquestioned. The allegations of conflict of interest are baseless, and targeting a justice over a judicial vote threatens the independence of Kentucky’s courts and undermines the will of the electorate.

The NAACP Louisville Branch stands firmly with Justice Goodwine and urges the House to dismiss these meritless proceedings. We will not remain silent while partisan actions attempt to erode historic progress and a lifetime of service.

The NAACP Louisville Branch extends its deepest gratitude to every volunteer, supporter, and partner who made NAACP Sunday at St. Stephen Baptist Church on January 18, 2026, a tremendous success. We especially thank our NAACP Youth Council and our college chapters at the University of Louisville and Simmons College of Kentucky for their leadership and energy throughout the day. We celebrate the many new members who joined, the generous donations received, and the positive coverage in the Louisville Defender. This momentum inspires us as we look forward to bringing this engagement model to more churches and communities across Louisville in 2026.

St. Stephen’s Baptist Church Declares Jan. 18 “NAACP Sunday” as Part of MLK Holiday Celebration

Louisville, Ky. — St. Stephen’s Baptist Church has proclaimed Sunday, Jan. 18, “NAACP Sunday” in honor of the Louisville Branch NAACP and the organization’s Kentucky State Conference president as part of its Martin Luther King Jr. holiday observance.

The day will focus on justice, civic engagement, and the ongoing work of the NAACP in the Louisville community. The primary observance will take place during the church’s 10 a.m. worship service, with additional recognition during the 7:45 a.m. service.

NACOLE Calls for Independent Investigation Following ICE Use of Deadly Force

The Louisville Branch WIN Committee proudly lived out the national theme, “Outstretched Hands and Open Hearts to Women and Children,” by delivering a generous collection of essential items to The Healing Place for Women. Thanks to the compassion of our members, women in recovery will receive much‑needed support and encouragement. Together, we continue to uplift our community with purpose and love.

The NAACP Louisville Branch gathered on December 15 for our annual Night of Reflection, celebrating a year of service, advocacy, and community impact. Members and partners came together to honor outstanding contributions, uplift our shared legacy, and reaffirm our commitment to advancing civil rights in Louisville.

The NAACP Louisville Branch proudly celebrates Claudia Smiley Geurin, Chair of our Membership Committee, who was honored as the Impact Volunteer of the Year by the Louisville Urban League.