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Virginia NAACP Opposes Governor Youngkin and the Virginia Department of Education’s Anti-Transgender Policies

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The Virginia State Conference NAACP (Virginia NAACP) strongly opposes Governor Youngkin and the Virginia Department of Education’s “2022 Model Policies on the Privacy, Dignity, and Respect for All Students and parents in Virginia’s Public Schools”.  The proposed Department of Education’s 2022 Model Policies violate state and federal law, are discriminatory, are arbitrary and capricious, and are likely to hurt children; the Virginia State Conference of the NAACP must oppose them.

Virginia President Robert N. Barnette, Jr. issued the following statement:

“A student’s first amendment right does not end at the schoolhouse door. It is our goal to ensure that all students are respected, and cared for and that their well-being is at the forefront of their safety.”

The Virginia NAACP will continue to advocate for the highest standards of learning, safety, and equity.

To view the press conference, please click here https://naacpva.us/PressConferenceOctober262022

To read the full public comments, please click here https://naacpva.us/PublicCommentsOppossingGovernorandVDOEAnt-Transgenderpolicies

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ABOUT THE NAACP VIRGINIA STATE CONFERENCE

Chartered in 1935, the NAACP Virginia State Conference is the largest and most influential nonpartisan civil rights organization in the Commonwealth of Virginia. For 90 years, it has led the fight for racial justice, equity, and civic engagement across the state, overseeing more than 100 active branches, youth councils, and college chapters. From classrooms and courtrooms to city halls and the Virginia General Assembly, our members work to build the social and political power needed to end race-based discrimination.

As the leading voice for Black Virginians, the NAACP Virginia State Conference advocates for policies and programs that expand opportunity, protect civil rights, and uplift communities of color. Rooted in racial equity and civic engagement, we are committed to a Virginia without racism—where Black people enjoy equitable opportunities in thriving communities.

Learn more about our legacy and ongoing work at www.naacpva.org.

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