"NAACP Urges Black Athletes to Avoid Florida Colleges Over Anti-DEI Laws"

The NAACP and supporters of diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) are urging Black student athletes to boycott colleges in states with anti-DEI laws, following the introduction of 81 bills targeting DEI programs in 28 states. The NAACP sent a letter to the NCAA president, emphasizing the value Black athletes bring to collegiate sports programs and the importance of DEI in ensuring equitable educational outcomes. Prominent figures like Emmitt Smith have also spoken out against the closure of DEI offices at universities, while Birmingham Mayor Randall Woodfin has expressed support for organizing Black parents and athletes to attend institutions prioritizing diversity and inclusion.