ORGANIZATIONS
Atlanta Urban League. Mission is to enable African-Americans to secure economic self-reliance, parity of power and equal rights. 100 Edgewood Ave. N.E., Suite 600, Atlanta 30303. 404-659-1150, www.nul.org
Jack & Jill of America Inc. The oldest African-American family organization, founded in 1938. Provides cultural, social, civic and recreational activities for families. 210 Dix-Lee'On Drive, Fairburn 30213. 770-461-4220, http://www.jack-and-jill.org/SE.htm
NAACP (Atlanta chapter). Largest and strongest civil rights organization in the nation. 2034 Metropolitan Parkway, Atlanta 30315. 404-761-1266, www.atlantanaacp.org
One Hundred Black Men of Atlanta. An organization founded to improve the quality of life for African-Americans and other minorities through mentoring, education, health, wellness and economic development programs. www.100blackmen.org
National Coalition of 100 Black Women of Atlanta. Same goals as 100 Black Men, organized by and for women of color. www.ncbw-atl.org
Southern Christian Leadership Conference. Promotes nonviolent action to achieve social, economic and political justice. 591-A Edgewood Ave. N.W., Atlanta 30312. 404-522-1420, www.sclcnational.org
