Rev. Melvin Ivey has translated his lifetime of activism, community involvement, and ministry into the Presidency of the Augusta Branch of the National Association for the Advancement of Colored People. He discusses the strengths and limitations of the 501(c)4 type of non-profit organization, their focus on voting rights and voter education, and the events that they have participated in to advocate for their permanent issues. He also describes what it means to be a civil rights organization, and the steps they take to ensure that organizations and institutions don't violate the rights of individuals.

Augusta Branch of the NAACP with Rev. Melvin Ivey

Local and state governments, though often overshadowed by federal government, have tremendous impact on our quality of life. This podcast provides a valuable service by educating people on how to improve their own quality of life through civic engagement. Various organizations encourage residents to register and vote, but it does not appear that anyone is showing voters how to make good decisions when they do. It feels akin to hiring someone for a job without reviewing the job description. Local Matters changes that narrative by educating voters with short, clear, and unbiased civics lessons from a career local government professional, public speaker, and management consultant.

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