The Legacy of the Montclair NAACP
The Legacy of the Montclair NAACP
The legacy of the Montclair Branch NAACP is one not taken for granted. It was built by the courage and fortitude of those brave men and women who came before us, men and women who thought it not robbery to speak up for freedom, justice, and equality! We exist to this day as a result of their commitment and strong resolve. Because we are the beneficiaries of the many sacrifices selflessly committed on our behalf, as Officers, members of the current Executive Committee, as well as those who have joined the ranks of the oldest and largest civil rights organization in the world are compelled to stay focused on civil rights. In return, we pay it forward just as our ancestors did, nurturing and educating the generations of leaders that will follow us!
Montclair’s NAACP story is deeply intertwined with the town’s history.
During the civil rights movement, members of our branch organized and marched for desegregation, fair housing, and equal education. In the decades that followed, the branch became a hub for advocacy — leading initiatives on community policing, school reform, and civic engagement that continue to shape our town today.
Our legacy is built on the sacrifices and determination of those who refused to be silent in the face of injustice. Today, we honor their courage by continuing their work — striving for equity, inclusion, and opportunity for all.
“We are the beneficiaries of the many sacrifices selflessly committed on our behalf. We exist to pay it forward, nurturing and educating the generations of leaders that will follow us.”
— Diane Tyree-Anglin, President
Montclair NAACP Leadership 2025
Officers
President: Diane Tyree-Anglin
1st Vice President: Roger S. Terry, Sr.
2nd Vice President: Justin Thompson
3rd Vice President: Marcia Almeida
Secretary: Beverly Bussey
Assistant Secretary: Tanja Barnhardt
Treasurer: Marcia Brewington
Assistant Treasurer: Lois Donegan
Executive Committee
Rosita Dotson
Madeline Gale
Bernard Hamilton
James Harris
Tinu Joseph
LaNa Jules
Michelet Jules
Kariana Mora-Lloyd
Rev. Anya Sammler-Michael
William Scott
Lt. Tyrone Williams
LGBTQ+
Membership/WIN: Adrienne Wilson-Pounds
Political Action: Bernard Hamilton
Religious Affairs: Rev. Anya Sammler-Michael
Youth Council: Ifeoluwa Joseph
Montclair State University: Kariana Mora-Lloyd
Committee Chairs
ACT-SO: Vacant
Armed Services & Veteran’s Affairs: Lt. Tyrone Williams
Community Coordination: Diane Anglin
Communication, Press, and Publicity:
Criminal Justice: Vacant
Economic Development: Justin Thompson
Education Committee: LaNa Jules
Freedom Fund: Beverly Bussey
Health: Rosita Dotson
Housing: William Scott
Labor and Industry: Michelet Jules
Legal Redress: Marcia Almeida