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Inside The Center June 2024 – LGBTQ+ Institute Spotlight

For this month’s Behind the Scenes, Tim’m West discusses the LGBTQ+ Institute, where he serves as executive director.  What makes this program such a valuable resource for our community?   

Inside The Center May 2024 – DEI Experience

For this month’s Behind the Scenes, Philip Polk, Director of The Center’s Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Experience, discusses the program.  What makes this program such a valuable resource for our

Inside The Center April 2024 – Behind the Scenes: K–12 Education Program

April’s Behind the Scenes spotlights The Center’s dynamic K–12 Education Program. Director of Education Nicole Moore shares insights on the upcoming digital NCCHR Learning Portal and offers a glimpse into

Civic Engagement: Voting in 2024

Navigating election season can feel overwhelming. Here are some resources to help you plan to vote.   Start by adding these important dates to your calendar as reminders to vote in

The Remarkable Honorees of Power to Inspire 2024 

The National Center for Civil and Human Rights (NCCHR) will present its annual Power to Inspire fundraising experience, recognizing individuals who were on the front lines of integrating their schools following

Inside The Center March 2024 – Supporter Spotlight

Ingrid Saunders Jones is a respected leader committed to empowering communities. She has guided organizations such as The Coca-Cola Foundation, the National Council of Negro Women, and the YWCA of

NCCHR Begins Construction on 24,000-square-foot Expansion for Enhanced Visitor Experience and Programs

Museum to operate through 2024 and close for roughly seven months in 2025.  ATLANTA (March 11, 2024) – The National Center for Civil and Human Rights (NCCHR) has begun construction

Statement from President and CEO Jill Savitt on the passing of Dan Moore Sr.

The National Center for Civil and Human Rights mourns the loss of activist, author, and filmmaker Dan Moore Sr. He lastingly enriched Atlanta as the founder and executive director of

70 Years after Brown v. Board

This year, for Power to Inspire, The Center will present a multimedia performance dedicated to the historic Brown v. Board of Education of Topeka, Kansas Supreme Court ruling and its impact

NCCHR Board of Directors Welcomes New Leaders

Four new members help advance NCCHR’s mission and expansion strategy. Egbert Perry, Chairman of Integral, succeeds Hon. Shirley Franklin as board Chair.   February 22, 2024 (ATLANTA) – The National Center