NAACP Legal Defense and Educational Fund

A legal organization focused on protecting civil rights, particularly for marginalized communities, through litigation and advocacy.

CCI Score

75.99

-0.22% May 31

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Legal Defense Fund Fights Racial Gerrymandering in Alabama

A federal court ruled that Alabama’s congressional map violated the Voting Rights Act by intentionally diluting Black voting strength. The Legal Defense Fund, represented by its deputy director of litigation, played a key role in the case, marking a strong stand against racially motivated disenfranchisement.

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NAACP Legal Defense and Educational Fund is currently rated as a Leader.

+45 to +100 CCI Score

Companies in this range actively lead the fight against authoritarianism by rejecting oppressive practices and championing democratic values. They implement robust policies, engage in transparent governance, and drive initiatives that set the standard for corporate responsibility.

Latest Events

MAY

08

2025

Legal Defense Fund Fights Racial Gerrymandering in Alabama
70.00

A federal court ruled that Alabama’s congressional map violated the Voting Rights Act by intentionally diluting Black voting strength. The Legal Defense Fund, represented by its deputy director of litigation, played a key role in the case, marking a strong stand against racially motivated disenfranchisement.
APR

15

2025

Legal Defense Fund Challenges DEI Cuts in Lawsuit
78.98

On April 15, 2025, the NAACP Legal Defense and Educational Fund, operating through its Legal Defense Fund arm, filed a federal lawsuit against the Department of Education. This legal action challenges the Trump administration's efforts to defund Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) programs and curtail discussions of racism in schools.
+80

Public and Political Behavior

May 8

Filing a lawsuit to counter defunding of DEI programs is a strong public and political action that defies authoritarian attempts to restrict progressive educational policies. This move underscores a commitment to protecting marginalized communities and resisting attempts to dilute civil rights protections, particularly in an administration known for its efforts to roll back DEI initiatives.

Legal Defense Fund sues Department of Ed over DEI defunding move
APR

15

2025

LDF Sues to Challenge Authoritarian Education Policy
78.98

The NAACP Legal Defense Fund, representing the NAACP, filed a federal lawsuit on April 15, 2025, challenging the U.S. Department of Education's 'Dear Colleague' letter and subsequent certification requirement. The suit alleges that the Department’s communications misinterpret civil rights laws and discriminate against Black students by threatening to cut essential public education funds.
+80

Public and Political Behavior

May 8

By filing the lawsuit, the Legal Defense Fund is actively opposing policies that undermine civil rights and equal educational opportunities. This legal challenge is an anti-authoritarian action aimed at protecting marginalized communities from discriminatory state practices, aligning with progressive, anti-fascist values.

NAACP, LDF Sues to Challenge U.S. Department of Education's "Dear Colleague" Letter and Certification Requirement