About NAACP McComb Branch
The NAACP McComb Branch, founded in the 1940s, has been a fearless defender of civil rights and human dignity for over eight decades. As one of Mississippi’s most historically significant branches, we rose to national prominence under the courageous leadership of C.C. Bryant, a longtime NAACP Field Secretary. Bryant’s home in McComb became a safe house for Freedom Riders in the 1960s and a strategic hub for organizing mass voter registration drives and direct action campaigns throughout Southwest Mississippi.
From the civil rights flashpoints of the 1960s to the social justice struggles of today, the McComb Branch has remained on the frontlines—unwavering, unapologetic, and unafraid.
C. C. Bryant, Founder
Our Impact
1961–1964: Civil Rights Leadership and Resistance
Supported and protected young activists from SNCC (Student Nonviolent Coordinating Committee) and Freedom Riders during violent backlash in McComb. The Branch provided legal support, shelter, and logistics coordination alongside C.C. Bryant and other movement elders.
1970s–1990s: Legal Defense and Voter Education
Fought for fair redistricting, school desegregation compliance, and defended civil rights activists and victims of racial violence in the legal system. Held city and county officials accountable through legal challenges and community pressure.
2000s–2010s: Police Accountability and Civic Engagement
Organized town halls and public forums in response to rising police misconduct. Played a key role in raising awareness around local racial profiling and advocating for policy changes within the McComb Police Department.
2020–Present: Community Empowerment and Legislative Action
Led efforts to increase Black voter turnout in Pike County during the pivotal 2020 and 2022 elections. Protested against racial injustice in law enforcement, advocated for economic equity in local ARPA fund distribution, and launched initiatives to expand broadband access and health equity in underserved neighborhoods.
Ongoing Impact:
- Partnered with local churches, veterans’ organizations, and grassroots groups to mobilize resources for underserved families.
- Launched youth leadership workshops and college prep sessions in collaboration with schools and local colleges.
- Advocated for criminal justice reform and bail system transparency in Pike County.
Our Leadership
C.C. Bryant – Civil Rights Pioneer and National Field Secretary (1940s–1970s)
Dr. John Bowman – Local Education Advocate and Branch President (1980s–1990s)
Jacqueline “Jackie” Robinson – Current President, Veteran Advocate, and Statewide Civil Rights Leader (2020s–present)
Under her leadership, the branch has reignited its activism, rebuilt coalitions, and taken a hard stand on issues like police brutality, housing equity, and voter protection.
Our Mission
To ensure the political, educational, social, and economic equality of rights for all persons and to eliminate race-based discrimination. We stand for truth. We demand justice. We protect our legacy.
Our Vision
We envision a McComb—and a Mississippi—where equity is the standard, not the exception; where voices from the grassroots shape policy; and where no one is left behind in the promise of justice.
Join us. The work continues, and we need every soldier in the fight.