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
10/03/2026
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Candidate Forum for CPS District 5B
09/01/2026
Chicago, the people who govern our schools should hear directly from the communities they will serve.
This fall, voters will help shape a historic chapter for Chicago Public Schools as we move toward Chicago’s first fully elected school board.
I’m proud to moderate three candidate forums designed to give residents a direct opportunity to hear from the people seeking to lead our public school system.
Come prepared to listen, ask hard questions, and learn where the candidates stand on the issues affecting our students, families, educators, and communities.
5B Board Member Forum Thursday, September 17 Doors open at 5:30 PM Forum begins at 6:00 PM Collins Academy STEAM High School 1313 S. Sacramento Dr.
5A Board Member Forum Thursday, October 1 Doors open at 5:30 PM Forum begins at 6:00 PM Michele Clark Academic Prep Magnet High School 5101 W. Harrison St.
Board President Forum Monday, October 5 6:00 PM Malcolm X College 1900 W. Jackson Blvd.
Scan the QR code for your forum and register. Then share this flyer with a parent, educator, student, neighbor, or Chicago voter who needs to be in the room.
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.
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.
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