Constance “Connie” Parker, is known for her passion and strong contribution to the city civil rights struggle for more than 30 years .
Parker, president of the National Association for the Advancement of Colored People, Pittsburgh Unit (NAACP) has blazed an incredible trail throughout Pittsburgh and within the Black community for more than 30 years.
Parker is one of three “In the Spirit of King” like veteran leaders the New Pittsburgh Courier is spotlighting in it’s Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., Special Edition on newsstands now.
“I’ve been an advocate for the Civil Rights for over 30 years. I first decided to become a member of the NAACP because I wanted to be apart of something for the people, I didn’t want to just be another member— but truly do something for the people,” Parker said.
Parker and the NAACP are not only looking to blur the color lines, but are also fighting to make Blacks wake up and take a look at the world they are living in.
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