NAACP Image Awards
The NAACP Image Awards are an annual awards ceremony presented by the U.S.-based National Association for the Advancement of Colored People (NAACP) to honor outstanding performances in film, television, music, and literature. Similar to other awards, such as the Oscars and the Grammys, the Image Awards recognize achievements by people of color in various fields of entertainment and the arts. They also celebrate individuals or groups who promote social justice through creative endeavors.
Established in 1967, the NAACP Image Awards aim to highlight the rich cultural contributions of people of African descent and other ethnic minorities, and to challenge stereotypes and promote diversity and inclusion in the entertainment industry and beyond. The awards cover a wide range of categories, including Best Picture, Best Actor/Actress, Best Supporting Actor/Actress in both film and television, Best Music Video, and Best Book, among others.