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Stay engaged and connected! From community forums and advocacy efforts to social gatherings and action-driven events, the Fairfax County NAACP offers opportunities to learn, network, and make an impact. Stay informed and be part of the movement for justice and equity. Join us at our upcoming events and stay up-to-date with the latest news.
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Join Us Tomorrow as We Reveal Our 2026 Advocacy Agenda
Thanks to your engagement and support, 2025 was a year of meaningful progress for Fairfax County NAACP. Together, we showed up for our community and advanced advocacy on issues that matter.
Now, we’re building on that momentum.
Tomorrow evening, we’ll share our 2026 Advocacy Agenda and highlight the key issues guiding our community-focused work in the year ahead. We invite you to join us for this important conversation:
Tuesday, January 20th
6:30 PM – 8:00 PM
Gum Springs Community Center
8100 Fordson Rd, Alexandria, VA 22306
Your voice matters. We hope you’ll join us.
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120 Days of Giving
Today, as we honor the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., our 120 Days of Giving continues with renewed purpose.
Dr. King reminded us that the work of justice requires action, courage, and collective commitment. This campaign is one way we put that legacy into motion—by supporting advocacy, equity, and opportunity for communities across Fairfax County.
On this Day of Service and reflection, we invite you to give not just in remembrance, but in action. Your support helps us continue the work Dr. King called us to do.
Give with purpose. Serve with intention. Stand for justice.
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MLK 'Truth in Voice, Truth in Service' Event
Fairfax County NAACP is pleased to partner with Fairfax County Neighborhood and Community Services (NCS) for their Truth in Voice, Truth in Service teen event on Saturday, January 24, 2026.
Held in observance of the National Day of Racial Healing, this free event for students in grades 7–12 focuses on unity, service, and youth engagement. The day will feature community service projects, youth dialogue, live music, snacks, door prizes, and resource tables.
The event will take place from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. at the Jim Scott Community Center, 3001 Vaden Drive, Fairfax. Registration is required. Students can register and request transportation through their local Fairfax County Teen Center or Community Center.
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2025 Branch Accomplishments & Year-End Summary
As we enter 2026, Fairfax County NAACP takes a moment to reflect on a year of advocacy, service, and steady progress across our community.
Throughout 2025, the branch focused on its core priorities through civic engagement efforts such as voter education, election preparedness, and community mobilization. Our work in education, housing, economic justice, and criminal justice remained centered on equity, access, and accountability.
We also stayed closely connected to the community through service initiatives, public programs, and branch-hosted events that created space for conversation, learning, and collective action. These moments reminded us of the importance of showing up consistently and listening to the needs of those we serve.
The progress made this year was possible because of the dedication of our branch leadership, committee chairs, volunteers, members, and supporters. Your commitment continues to move this work forward.
As we move into 2026, we do so with gratitude for what has been accomplished and a continued commitment to advancing civil rights and equity throughout Fairfax County.
Read our 2025 Branch Accomplishments and Year-End Report at the button below.
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Applications are Now Open for the Michelle Leete Scholarship!
This year, Fairfax County NAACP is proud to award three $1,000 scholarships and two $500 scholarships to deserving students who demonstrate leadership, service, and a commitment to equity in our community.
We invite eligible Fairfax County students to apply and take the next step toward their educational goals. Access the application and full eligibility details using the QR code or link below.
Please share widely to help us reach students who could benefit from this opportunity.
Applications close February 26th
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Fairfax NAACP Winter Reading Series
Are you a published author and a member of Fairfax County NAACP? We’d love to feature your work.
As the days grow shorter and the air turns colder, there’s no better time to curl up with a powerful story—and we’re bringing back our community spotlight with the Fairfax NAACP Winter Reading Series. This season, we’re highlighting the authors within our membership whose voices, experiences, and perspectives deserve to be shared.
Here’s how to participate:
If you’ve published a book, please send:
• A link to where your book can be found
• A short description (up to five sentences)
• A high-quality image of your book cover
We’ll feature several titles at a time in our newsletter and across our social media platforms throughout the winter.
Let’s continue to uplift one another and celebrate the literary talent within our NAACP family.
Submissions can be sent to Communications at communications@fairfaxnaacp.org, using the subject line: “Fairfax NAACP Winter Reading Series.”.
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Our Winter Reading Series
Celebrating the Stories and Voices of Our NAACP Membership
The Fairfax County NAACP’s Winter Reading Series continues this month with a spotlight on one of our members’ remarkable works. This series celebrates the voices that strengthen our community, deepen our understanding, and ensure our stories are heard.
This month’s featured title is the perfect read for the season—stay tuned for more selections as the series continues.
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The Tougaloo Nine: The Jackson Library Sit-In at the Crossroads of Civil War and Civil Rights, by Mike O'Brien
Some of you may know that our very own Secretary Mike O’Brien is an author of civil rights histories. We profiled his first book We Shall Not Be Moved: The Jackson Woolworth’s Sit-In and the Movement It Inspired during our summer author series. Mike’s new book is just out and it’s making a splash. The Tougaloo Nine: The Jackson Library Sit-In at the Crossroads of Civil War and Civil Rights was released in November 2025 and has already been named by the Mississippi Historical Society as its “2025 Book of the Year”. It tells the fascinating story of the first student-led civil rights demonstration in the state of Mississippi in 1961, and how it intersected with the state’s celebration of its Confederate heritage on the 100th anniversary of its secession from the Union—a powerful tale that brought the full force of the national NAACP in to support the students and the state’s NAACP field secretary, the legendary Medgar Evers.
The first leg of the new book tour comes to Fairfax County’s Tysons/Pimmit Library on Saturday, February 7 (3:00 – 4:30 pm), just in time for Black History Month. Visit https://www.upress.state.ms.us/Books/T/The-Tougaloo-Nine for more information about the book and how to obtain a copy.
For more information about the book talk at Tysons/Pimmit, visit https://librarycalendar.fairfaxcounty.gov/event/15818280. Registration for the event, which is suggested but not required, opens on January 17. Books will be on sale during the event and Mike will be signing books afterwards.
| | | | Join the NAACP Virginia State Conference for the 2026 Pre-Legislative Session and Legislative Advocacy Day | | |
Date: Tuesday, January 20, 2026
Deadline to Register: Monday, January 12, 2026
Registration Fee: $15
Pre-Legislative Briefing (Virtual): Sunday, January 11, 2026 • 6:00 pm (sign up below)
Join the NAACP Virginia State Conference in Richmond as we engage directly
in the 2026 Legislative Session:
- Meet with Legislators
- Attend Committee Meetings
- Sit in the Galleries during Floor Proceedings
Our Legislative Priorities
We reaffirm our mission to secure justice, equity, and opportunity for Black Virginians. This year, we are advancing bold policies in:
Voting Rights – Protecting and expanding access to the ballot
Education – Equitable resources for every student
Health Care – Affordable, accessible, quality care
Economic Justice – Fair wages, worker protections,
Environmental Protection – Safeguarding communities from harm
Why It Matters
Change requires more than reform - demands courageous leadership and sustained advocacy. Together, we will dismantle barriers, empower communities, and ensure every voice is heard.
Join us. Stand for equity. Advance justice.
| | High School Seniors: Share Your Voice Through the E.B. Henderson Essay Contest | | |
The Washington Wizards, alongside INROADS, the Monumental Sports & Entertainment Foundation, and the Leonsis family, are inviting high school seniors in the DMV and Baltimore area to participate in their annual essay contest. This contest honors Dr. Edwin Bancroft Henderson, a pioneer in athletics in D.C., and offers students a chance to reflect on his legacy while showcasing their writing and ideas.
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December Event Highlights
In December, Fairfax County NAACP came together to close out the year with fellowship, reflection, and community connection at our Holiday Party.
Members, partners, and friends of the branch gathered for an evening of celebration that included light refreshments, music, and meaningful conversation. The evening also featured a brief general membership meeting, allowing us to reflect on the work accomplished throughout the year and look ahead to the work ahead.
The celebration brought a joyful close to a year of advocacy, service, and community engagement, reminding us of the strength found in coming together.
Thank you to everyone who joined us and helped make our December gathering a warm and memorable way to end the year!
| | Looking for ways to make a difference? Fairfax NAACP is seeking passionate individuals to join our committees and internship programs. Whether you’re interested in advocacy, education, or community engagement, there’s a place for you to contribute and grow. Get involved today and help drive meaningful change! | | |
Membership Committee
Help Us Grow Our Movement!
The strength of the NAACP lies in its members, and we need your help to expand our reach! The Fairfax NAACP Membership Committee is looking for volunteers and interns to engage our community, recruit new members, and ensure our branch remains strong and active. If you love connecting with people and want to make an impact, this is your chance!
Sign up today and be a part of something bigger! Fill out the following form here to get started.
membership@fairfaxnaacp.org
Please note that this is an unpaid internship opportunity.
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Communications Committee
Use Your Voice to Amplify Ours!
Are you skilled in writing, social media, design or marketing? The Fairfax NAACP Communications Committee needs volunteers and interns to help spread our message, engage the community, and promote our initiatives. If you have experience in PR, graphic design, or digital media—or just a passion for storytelling—we want to hear from you!
Help us shape the narrative. Volunteer today! Fill out the following form here to get started.
communications@fairfaxnaacp.org
Please note that this is an unpaid internship opportunity.
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Budget Committee
Passionate About Numbers? Help Us Make an Impact!
The Fairfax NAACP Budget Committee is looking for dedicated interns and volunteers to help manage resources that fuel our mission. If you have experience in finance, budgeting, or just love working with numbers, we need you! Join us in ensuring our branch stays financially strong and ready to fight for justice.
Sign up today and be a part of meaningful change! Fill out the following form here to get started.
budget@fairfaxnaacp.org
Please note that this is an unpaid internship opportunity.
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Criminal Justice Committee
Fight for Fairness in the Justice System!
Do you believe in criminal justice reform? The Fairfax NAACP Criminal Justice Committee is looking for interns and volunteers to advocate for policies that ensure fairness, equity, and accountability in policing and the legal system. Whether you’re passionate about policy change, community outreach, or advocacy, your voice is needed!
Get involved and help us create a more just system! Fill out the following form here to get started.
justice@fairfaxnaacp.org
Please note that this is an unpaid internship opportunity.
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Legal Redress Committee
Use Your Legal Expertise for Justice!
Are you passionate about civil rights and ensuring justice is served? The Fairfax NAACP Legal Redress Committee is seeking volunteers to help address discrimination complaints and advocate for those in need. Your help can make a real difference to those who have experienced discrimination. No prior legal experience is required.
Join us in the fight for justice—volunteer today! Fill out the following form here to get started.
legalredress@fairfaxnaacp.org
| | At Fairfax NAACP, we believe in fostering the next generation of leaders who are passionate about justice, equity, and advocacy. Our internship program offers valuable hands-on experience in nonprofit work, advocacy initiatives, and community engagement. Join us in making a meaningful impact while gaining practical skills and insight into the work that drives social change. | | There are no new internship opportunities this month, but we remain committed to creating opportunities that inspire and empower young leaders. Stay connected for future announcements. | | Welcome to our Member Spotlight! Each month, we’ll be shining a light on one of our amazing members who embodies the spirit of our community. | |
Our Member Spotlight will return next month
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A friendly reminder to those who pay annual membership dues to belong to the NAACP:
We rely on those dues payments to help us meet our financial obligations, both at the local, state, and national level. Your contributions and engagement are important to us. Please take a moment to check your membership card and see if it’s time to make your dues contribution.
Payment is simple. The following link will bring you to our Fairfax County NAACP web site, where you can update your membership information and then pay via PayPal. Please also consider making a donation when you remit your dues payment.
We very much appreciate your ongoing support and look forward to engaging with you.
For questions about your membership dues, please contact our Branch Secretary Mike O'Brien at secretary@fairfaxnaacp.org.
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Volunteer & Become a Member
Join us in the fight for justice and equity! Whether you have time to volunteer, want to engage in advocacy, or simply wish to stay informed, becoming a member of the Fairfax County NAACP is the first step. Your voice and effort can help create meaningful change in our community.
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Donate
Your support fuels our work. Contributions to the Fairfax County NAACP help fund critical programs, advocacy efforts, and community initiatives that advance racial and social justice. Every donation—big or small—makes a difference.
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