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President’s Report – February 2026
On behalf of the Santa Rosa–Sonoma County Branch of the NAACP, it is my honor and privilege to welcome our community to Black History Month 2026. This year marks a historic milestone—100 years since Dr. Carter G. Woodson established the observance that would grow into the national and global recognition of Black history, culture, and…
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Secretary’s Report – December 2025
December 1, 2025 RE: GIVE THE GIFT OF MEMBERSHIP Dear Freedom Fighters and Friends, I hope this letter finds you well. I am writing to you on behalf of the Santa Rosa-Sonoma County Branch of the NAACP, a cornerstone of our community dedicated to advocating for civil rights and social justice for all. Our Branch…
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President’s Report – November 2025
November 27, 2025 Dear Freedom Fighters and Friends, As we embark upon the holiday season, I feel it is important to reflect and express gratitude for all that we’ve accomplished this year. Personally, this year has presented a number of challenges; most specifically with my health coupled with the unexpected loss of employment. Many of…
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Inaugural Turkey Giveaway 2025 Recap!
We are grateful for all of the donations and volunteer time spent to ensure this inaugural event was a success. We were able to serve over 100 families throughout Sonoma County. We had folks drive in from as far as Camp Meeker and Novato.This event enabled our members to connect and build stronger relationships with one another and…
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Santa Rosa-Sonoma NAACP’s Statement on Sonoma County Pride 2025
Representation and Inclusivity Matter
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2025 Statement on School Safety
The NAACP Santa Rosa – Sonoma Branch aims to support holistically safer, welcoming, and affirming campuses for all students in Sonoma County.
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‘A safe space’: NAACP celebrates grand opening of new H.I.V.E community center in Santa Rosa
Representation and Inclusivity Matter
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Let’s Talk about Juneteenth
We should not continue to be subjected to tokenism and erasure because leaders of cities and organizations want to check the box on the two “Black things” a year – Black History Month and Juneteenth.
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Sonoma’s hidden history of segregation
Sonoma, like other suburban locations in the U.S., has a mythology to uphold. How can segregated living patterns be addressed and replaced if they are not admitted?
