A Chapter Closes: Reflections on My Term as Georgia NAACP President

After a remarkable journey, my term as President of the Georgia NAACP has officially come to an end. Serving this incredible organization has been one of the greatest honors of my life.

Over the past years, we’ve worked tirelessly to advocate for civil rights, protect voting rights, and fight for justice and equality across our state. Together, we have tackled challenges head-on, stood strong in the face of adversity, and amplified the voices of those too often unheard.

I am deeply grateful to the members, leaders, and supporters who stood with me every step of the way. Your dedication, passion, and commitment to justice have made every accomplishment possible.

While my term as president has ended, my commitment to our shared mission remains as strong as ever. The work of the Georgia NAACP is ongoing, and I am proud to continue supporting this organization and the communities we serve.

Key Accomplishments of President Gerald Griggs (2022–2025)

Voting Rights & Elections

• Won Georgia Supreme Court case blocking restrictive ballot-counting rule (June 2025).

• Filed lawsuit challenging voter purging provisions in S.B. 189 (Sept. 2024).

• Opposed digital voter registration cancellations by the Secretary of State (Aug. 2024).

• Filed federal lawsuit against racial gerrymandering in Meriwether County (Oct. 2025).

• Led successful voter mobilization efforts that helped re-elect Georgia’s first African American U.S. Senator on November 8, 2025.

• Continued statewide efforts to energize and protect Black voter participation.

  
  

Social Justice & Activism

• Advocated for police transparency and accountability with victims’ families.

• Responded to racial intolerance and hate incidents through protests and legal action.

• Spoke out against authoritarianism at the 2025 “No Kings” rally in Atlanta.

• Guided the Georgia NAACP to win a Thalheimer Award at the 2025 National Convention for outstanding state conference performance.

Leadership & Recognition

• Re-elected to a seconf term as President of the Georgia NAACP in October 2023.

• Named “2024 Man of Empowerment” by the Urban League of Greater Atlanta.

• Given a procolomation by several cities including Waycross

• Given a State Resolution by the State of Georgia

Healthcare & Mobile Response

• Memorandum of Understanding (MOU): On June 14, 2024, the Georgia NAACP and UnitedHealthcare of Georgia signed a historic MOU to formalize their commitment to improving healthcare services for Georgians. Facebook

• Alpha Institute Graduation: Under Griggs' leadership, the partnership facilitated the graduation of a new class of medical professionals from the Alpha Institute. This initiative focused on increasing representation among healthcare providers and equipping them to serve Georgia's underserved communities. GA NAACP President

• Mobile Healthcare Events and Town Halls: The Georgia NAACP, in collaboration with UnitedHealthcare, organized numerous mobile healthcare events and town hall meetings. These efforts aimed to provide health screenings and engage residents in discussions about healthcare access and disparities.

  
  

Thank you for trusting me to lead, for standing with me through every challenge, and for believing in the power of justice. The journey doesn’t end here—it continues, and I am excited to see what the future holds for the Georgia NAACP and for the fight for equality in our state.

With gratitude and resolve,Gerald Griggs