Stereotypes In The Black Community Analysis

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The reason why I am interested in serving as an Executive Member of the NAACP chapter at Virginia Tech, is because I want to become more involved in the black community, and be a voice for those who do not feel as though they have one. There are many challenges that arise while attending Virginia Tech as an African American students. Whether it be issue with peers, professors, or the people who are native of southern Virginia. The NAACP seems to be a support system for those who are being discriminated against, and an organization whose goal is to teach the community on how to reduce the prejudices in our community. In addition I like to work the NAACP has produce which includes 2016’s State of the Black Union : Know your rights, as well

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