The Student Nonviolent Coordinating Committee (SNCC) was a key organization in the Civil Rights Movement in the United States in the 1960s. Founded in 1960, SNCC was comprised mainly of young activists who were dedicated to achieving civil rights through nonviolent means. They played a significant role in organizing and leading protests, sit-ins, and voter registration drives in the South, and were instrumental in bringing attention to the injustices faced by African Americans. SNCC was also known for its emphasis on grassroots organizing and its commitment to empowering local communities to fight for their rights.
