(Black PR Wire) Washington, DC & Baltimore, MD – Blacks In Government, Inc. (BIG) and NAACP Empowerment Programs, Inc. have formalized a strategic partnership through a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) designed to reinforce their shared missions of advocating for the inclusion and development of Black employees across local, state, and federal governments, while promoting equity, political rights, and social inclusion for all individuals, with a particular focus on Black communities. This collaboration aims to strengthen both organizations' ability to implement initiatives that create a sustainable impact within their communities.

The primary objectives of this partnership include:

• Civic Engagement: The organizations will create programs aimed at educating and empowering Black voters, employing data-driven strategies to boost participation in local, state, and federal elections. - Maximize Resources: Both parties will collaborate by sharing tools and resources, including access to voter databases and civic engagement platforms, to optimize outreach and effectiveness.
• Leadership and Development: The NAACP and BIG will host educational workshops, training sessions, and community forums to promote awareness, advocate for the inclusion and development of Black employees across local, state, and federal governments, and encourage civic participation, equity, and opportunity.

"We are enthusiastic about this collaboration," remarked the Honorable Shirley A. Jones, Esq., National President of Blacks In Government. "Together, we will work to ensure the inclusion and development of Black employees across local, state, and federal governments, dismantle barriers to civic engagement, and empower the Black community in shaping our democracy now and in the future."

"As anti-Black activists seek to undermine the progress we have secured through over a century of advocacy, it is crucial that we push back in order to keep advancing forward,” said Derrick Johnson, President and CEO of the NAACP. “We're proud to team up with Blacks In Government and continue forging new pathways to the representation we need and deserve at the local, state, and federal levels. Together, we will forge the future we deserve."

“For over a century, the NAACP has displayed our firm commitment to advancing representation in order to achieve equity,” said Leon W. Russell, Chairman of the Board of Directors, NAACP. “The progress we've made thus far is a direct result of the representation we've secured to date. We're not stopping there. NAACP is proud to embark on a new journey through our alliance with Blacks In Government, utilizing a data-driven approach to bolster our collective impact to ensure that government works for everybody."

The partnership will also prioritize ongoing education regarding constitutional rights, the detrimental effects of racial discrimination, and the civic, economic, and educational initiatives that enhance community strength.

For more information about the partnership and upcoming initiatives, please contact: communications@bignet.org or communications@naacpnet.org.

About Blacks In Government

Established in 1975, Blacks In Government, Inc. advocates for the inclusion and development of Black employees across local, state, and federal governments, providing a platform for addressing critical issues that affect the Black community.

About NAACP

Founded in 1909, the NAACP is the oldest and largest grassroots civil rights organization in the United States, dedicated to the elimination of racial discrimination and the advancement of civil rights.

The NAACP advocates, agitates, and litigates for the civil rights due to Black America. Our legacy is built on the foundation of grassroots activism by the biggest civil rights pioneers of the 20th century and is sustained by 21st century activists. From classrooms and courtrooms to city halls and Congress, our network of members across the country works to secure the social and political power that will end race-based discrimination. That work is rooted in racial equity, civic engagement, and supportive policies and institutions for all marginalized people. We are committed to a world without racism where Black people enjoy equitable opportunities in thriving communities.

NOTE: The Legal Defense Fund – also referred to as the NAACP-LDF - was founded in 1940 as a part of the NAACP, but now operates as a completely separate entity.

Source: Blacks In Government®