NAACP Eugene-Springfield has released a statement on policing and community safety following the resignation of a Eugene Police officer whose racist and offensive comments were recorded on the officer’s body-worn camera on Jan. 30

The incident led to the officer’s resignation and a widening investigation into whether anyone else knew about the remarks.

Members of the Eugene Springfield NAACP are mourning the loss of Rev. Jesse Jackson, a civil rights activist and politician who died Tuesday at age 84. Vice President April Broadnax said she remembers watching Jackson on TV during her childhood. She said those times spent watching him are a part of what motivated her to pursue a career in activism.

More than 500 people joined the Monday, Jan. 19 event, which was organized by the Eugene-Springfield NAACP to commemorate Martin Luther King Jr. Day. The march started in front of Autzen Stadium and ended at The Shedd Institute on East Broadway, where the NAACP hosted a celebration with speeches and musical performances.

The organization’s theme for the day, “Together: Together We Can. Together We Will. Together We Are United,” was palpable throughout the event. 

More than 100 community members gathered at Clear Lake Community Center to learn about and discuss local actions in the face of the Trump administration's "attack on human rights."

The Eugene-Springfield NAACP held an informational press conference and Q&A in the spirit of Lewis' "good trouble" ideology.

"Our civil rights are under attack," said Eugene-Springfield NAACP President Demond Hawkins, addressing the crowd. "It's not just my civil rights and your civil rights. It's not just my friends and my neighbors, it's your friends and your neighbors."

EUGENE, Ore. — The Eugene-Springfield NAACP announced the relocation of its headquarters to the Clear Lake Community Center in Bethel, with operations beginning at the new site on July 1, 2025.

The organization says the move marks a new chapter for the branch, expanding access to services, increasing space for programming and staff, and fostering deeper partnerships with other Black-led and culturally specific organizations.

EUGENE, Ore. — The Eugene-Springfield NAACP branch is inviting the community to the historic Mims House this Friday, June 28th from 4-8 p.m. for a community health and resource fair.

Organizers say there will be information about the Oregon Health Plan, overdose prevention kits, and no-cost health screenings.

There will also be an opportunity to receive a free acupuncture session.