JOHNSON COUNTY NAACP
ABOUT US
For generations, the NAACP has stood at the forefront of the civil rights movement. In Johnson County, that fight continues.
WHO WE ARE
OUR MISSION
& VISION
Our Vision: A society in which all individuals have equal rights and there is no racial hatred or racial discrimination.
Our Mission: To ensure the political, educational, social, and economic equality of the rights of all persons and to eliminate racial hatred and discrimination.
WHAT WE FIGHT FOR
THREE PILLARS
OF OUR WORK
Racial Equity
Ensuring all are treated fairly through our committees and partnerships with social justice groups across Johnson County.
Community Engagement
Food basket donations, Christmas gift donations, community picnics, and celebrations for Juneteenth and MLK Jr. Day.
Voter Education
Providing tools, resources, and key dates to educate our members on important voting matters and civic participation.
OUR EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE
Katrina Robertson
President
Joarvania George
Assistant Secretary
vick newson
Treasurer
shirley taylor
Assistant Treasurer
chris kostelac
Legal Redress Chair
Robin Barber
Health Co-Chair
Rebecca Barber
Health Co-Chair
valerie johnson
Membership Chair
theresa taylor
Religious Affairs Chair
Jason Gibson
ACT-SO Chair
kristi high-smith
Youth Council Co-Chair
kaleb high
Youth Council President
Jennifer fennel
ACT-SO/Youth Co-Chair
JO ANN HERRON
Executive Committee
GLORIA SNOWDEN
Executive Committee
WANDRA MINOR
Executive Committee
BENEFITS OF
Membership
Make A difference
Gain the resources to increase access to quality healthcare, education, legal assistance, economic development, and more in Johnson County
Be involved in the community
Direct action campaigns to local issues within a city of Johnson County or Johnson County as a whole
Increase your advocacy and Leadership SKills
You can attend local, regional, and national conferences and trainings.
Voter Education
Participate in educating and providing resources to residents of Johnson County about important voter dates and information.
Vibrant Community & Networks
Work with other like minded individuals and organizations wanting to achieve equity in Johnson County
Use your voice
Use your skills and voice by assisting in one of many committees, updating the website, or posting on social media.
READY TO MAKE A DIFFERENCE?