Rev. Shavon Arline-Bradley now carries the torch as NCNW's inaugural president and chief executive officer.
Assisting in steering NCNW's visionary course, Dr. A. Lois Keith serves as the chair of the Board of Directors.
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The inception of the National Council of Negro Women (NCNW) in 1935 marked a pivotal moment, orchestrated by the visionary Dr. Mary McLeod Bethune. A distinguished educator and staunch advocate for women of African descent, Bethune's fervent dedication lay in bolstering families and communities.
Her legacy was continued by one of her accomplished successors, Dr. Dorothy I. Height, who steered the NCNW for an impressive span of 40 years. Height's tenure was defined by her unwavering focus on addressing the multifaceted challenges faced by African American women, spanning from unemployment and illiteracy to voter awareness.
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At its core, Dr. Mary McLeod Bethune's vision was to establish a cohesive haven for existing women's groups within the Black community. The NCNW stands as an "organization of organizations,” unifying 330 campus and community-based sections along with thirty-three national women's organizations that enlightens, inspires, and connects more than two million women and men.
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The foundation of our efforts lies in the "NCNW Priorities." We promote education, nurture entrepreneurship, champion healthcare access, drive civic engagement, and advocate for social justice and sound policies.
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The NCNW stands as a testament to Dr. Bethune's vision and Dr. Height's leadership, steadfastly working across sectors for empowerment and positive change.
Continuing this legacy,
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AFFILIATES
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Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated
American Federation of Teachers, Human Rights and Community Relations
Chi Eta Phi Sorority, Incorporated
Chums, Incorporated
Continental Societies, Incorporated
Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Incorporated
Eta Phi Beta Sorority, Incorporated
Gamma Phi Delta Sorority, Incorporated
Iota Phi Lambda Sorority, Incorporated
Ladies Auxiliary, Knights of Peter Claver
Lambda Kappa Mu Sorority, Incorporated
Las Amigas, Incorporated
Les Gemmes, Incorporated
National Association of Negro Business & Professional Women’s Clubs
National Association of University Women
National Bar Association, Women Lawyers Division
National Black Nurses Association, Incorporated
National Coalition of 100 Black Women, Incorporated
National Delicados, Incorporated
National Grand Chapter Order of Eastern Star, National Supreme Council
National Sorority of Phi Delta Kappa, Incorporated
National Women of Achievement, Incorporated
Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority, Incorporated
Swing Phi Swing, Social Fellowship, Incorporated
Tau Gamma Delta Sorority, Incorporated
The Charmettes, Incorporated
The Links, Incorporated and Links Foundation, Incorporated
The National Coalition on Black Civic Participation
Top Ladies of Distinction, Incorporated
Women’s Home & Overseas Missionary Society, A.M.E. Zion Church
Women’s Missionary Council, C.M.E. Church
Women’s Missionary Society, A.M.E. Church
Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Incorporated
