. Make a list of five of the groups in America that are working for certain rights and identify these rights.
The NAACP- The primary focus of the NAACP continues to be the protection and enhancement of the civil rights of African Americans and other minorities.
The National Council of La Raza- The National Council of La Raza (NCLR) is a private, nonprofit, nonpartisan, tax-exempt organization established in 1968 to reduce poverty and discrimination, and improve life opportunities for Hispanic Americans.
National Gay and Lesbian Task Force- NGLTF is the national progressive organization working for the civil rights of gay, lesbian, bisexual and transgendered people, with the vision and commitment to building a powerful political movement.
Native American Rights Fund-The Native American Rights Fund mission is the preservation of tribal existence, the protection of tribal natural resources, the promotion of human rights, the accountability of governments, the development of Indian law and educating the public about Indian rights, laws, and issues.
Anti-Defamation League- The Lawyers Division is a group of prominent New York lawyers, committed to realization of the objectives and policy goals of the ADL. Their mission is as follows: To stop the defamation of the Jewish people and to secure justice and fair treatment to all citizens alike.
