Pittsburgh NAACP Youth

Hi Everyone!

Get ready for the upcoming monthly Pittsburgh NAACP Youth meeting this Tuesday, September 23 at 7:00 PM. Well be meeting at the Panera Bread in East Liberty (5430 Centre Ave, Pittsburgh, PA 15232).

We'll be working on our focus groups and brainstorming strategies for working with the Adult Branch Board and engaging the greater community.

Looking forward to seeing you there!!

~Youth Work Committee

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