Chicago Westside Branch Naacp
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The NAACP is a membership-driven organization made up of over 400,000 members who operate through local and regional branches/units in every state.
We meet the first Saturday of every month at 1:00 P.M. The location is 5820 West Chicago Avenue
Our President has the mic, so you already know the conversation will be worth hearing.
Tune in tomorrow, Wednesday, August 5, from 6:00 to 7:00 PM CST, as Chicago Westside Branch NAACP President Remel Terry joins The Munir Muhammad Show for a live discussion and insights on leadership, advocacy, and the work happening across our community.
Watch live on YouTube or Facebook at . Viewers may also call in at 773-434-6625.
Please tune in and share with your networks.
🚨 Chicago, the future of our public schools is on the ballot.
For the first time, voters will help determine who leads Chicago’s fully elected school board. The person elected Board President will have a powerful role in shaping the priorities, accountability, and direction of our public education system.
The Chicago Westside Branch NAACP and our community partners invite students, parents, educators, school leaders, and concerned residents to meet the candidates seeking this critical position.
📅 Monday, October 5, 2026
🚪 Doors open at 5:30 p.m.
🗣️ Forum begins at 6:00 p.m.
📍 Malcolm X College
1900 W. Jackson Blvd.
The forum will be moderated by Remel Terry , President and Political Action Committee Chair of the Chicago Westside Branch NAACP.
Our schools deserve informed voters and accountable leadership. Save this post, share it with a CPS family, and register using the QR code or registration information on the flyer.
What is the first question Chicago’s next School Board President must answer? Tell us below.
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📣 District 5B, representation begins with participation.
Who represents our community on the Chicago Board of Education matters. Their decisions will help shape classroom resources, academic opportunities, school safety, budgets, facilities, and the experiences of students and families across our neighborhoods.
Join the Chicago Westside Branch NAACP and our community partners for the 2026 District 5B School Board Candidate Forum. Hear directly from the candidates, compare their priorities, and learn where they stand before casting your vote.
📅 Thursday, September 17, 2026
🚪 Doors open at 5:30 p.m.
🗣️ Forum begins at 6:00 p.m.
📍 Collins Academy STEAM High School
1313 S. Sacramento Dr.
The conversation will be moderated by Remel Terry, President and Political Action Committee Chair of the Chicago Westside Branch NAACP.
Bring your questions. Bring your expectations. Most importantly, bring another voter.
Save this post and send it to a parent, educator, student advocate, or District 5B neighbor who needs to be in the room.
What issue should the candidates be required to address? Share it in the comments.
07/25/2026
The West Side showed up, and we showed out.
The NAACP Chicago Westside Branch is proud of the powerful presence our members, volunteers, partners, sponsors, elected officials, and young leaders brought to the 117th NAACP National Convention.
Please read this special message from our President, Remel Terry, reflecting on the Branch’s impact, the people who made it possible, and the work ahead.
We are the PEOPLE.
We are the POWER.
We are the CAVALRY.
Nolan Wells autopsy press conference
07/20/2026
Join us tomorrow if you’re near the convention center!
The Badge requirement is lifted and this event is open to the public.
Join the Chicago Westside Branch NAACP on the National Convention Stage for INVESTING IN LEGACY panel moderated by our President Remel Terry including Andre Iguodala, Donald Thompson, Kevin Warren!
07/17/2026
🔥 This is the conversation Chicago cannot afford to miss! 🔥
We are excited to announce a phenomenal panel featuring Don Thompson, Andre Iguodala, and Kevin Warren at the 117th NAACP National Convention.
Investing in Legacy: Advocacy, Ownership and the Future of OUR Communities will bring together powerful voices for a necessary conversation about building wealth, expanding ownership, leveraging influence, and creating lasting opportunities for Black communities.
A special thank you to our Second Vice President, Attorney Khirey Floyd, for convening this extraordinary group. Our President, Remel Terry, will moderate what promises to be an honest, timely, and impactful discussion.
📅 Sunday, July 19, 2026
🕒 3:00 PM to 4:30 PM
📍 McCormick Place West
Legacy is not simply what we leave behind. It is what we intentionally build, protect, and pass forward. You do not want to miss this!
07/17/2026
Oh, nothing, just a couple of photos of our Madam President, Remel Terry, and a few of our committed members as they support the National ACT-SO competition.
We love how many people from our Branch have signed up to serve during the 117th NAACP National Convention.
We look forward to seeing the rest of our members who signed up to volunteer at the Convention. If you're interested in volunteering, register here:
https://naacpnet.swoogo.com/117thnationalconventionvolunteers/11110392
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5820 W Chicago Avenue
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60651