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NCNW 2024-2025 Annual Report

National Council of Negro Women — Fri, 15 May 2026 22:17:25 -0400

Briefs Click to Download Report Dr. A Lois Keith, National Chair The latest annual reports for the National Council of Negro Women (NCNW) reveal a strong foundation of community outreach, policy advocacy, and growing fiscal health. Publications such as the NCNW 2023 Annual Report and the recently published NCNW 2024/2025 Annual Report show how the organization manages its multi-million dollar budget to empower women of African descent and their families.

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National Council of Negro Women — Fri, 15 May 2026 20:57:25 -0400

Back in 2017, this (pre-boutique) was born out of a simple observation: a lack of locally available NCNW merchandise in Los Angeles. As a fairly new member of the View Park Section, I sought to change that. Hello, I'm Arnetta Mack, the owner & curator of NCNWShop.com. Starting with just two pin styles, mainly for my section, my items quickly gained traction. As I sourced additional pieces, the availability of the items spread quickly through word of mouth and on social media. What began…

The Power of 20 Giving Campaign

National Council of Negro Women — Fri, 15 May 2026 19:37:42 -0400

The Power of 20 Giving Campaign invites members and supporters to help sustain that mission with a simple commitment of $20 a month—just 64 cents a day. When many of us give a little, it becomes something powerful: mentorship, advocacy, access, and opportunity. The Power of 20 donations directly supports the four pillars of impact for NCNW: Health Equity, Education, Economic Empowerment and Entrepreneurship, and Social Justice. It also helps NCNW maintain a strong…

Coalition Condemns Trump’s Attempt to Dismiss Federal Reserve Governor Dr. Lisa D. Cook

National Council of Negro Women — Fri, 15 May 2026 03:49:51 -0400

We, a coalition of civic and policy organizations, strongly condemn the attempt of President Trump to dismiss and impugn the character of Federal Reserve Board Governor Dr. Lisa D. Cook. Photo Credit NCNW (Federal Reserve Governor, Dr. Lisa D. Cook Dr. Cook’s historic appointment as the first Black woman to serve on the Federal Reserve Board of Governors in May 2022 is a testament to her extensive qualifications and distinguished career. She has an impressive track record…

UNEQUAL PAY, UNEQUAL POWER: THE ECONOMIC TOLL ON BLACK WOMEN

National Council of Negro Women — Fri, 15 May 2026 03:40:07 -0400

NCNW Advocacy & Policy Brief Executive Summary Although Black women are among the most educated demographics in the United States, earning college and advanced degrees at record rates, they continue to face the steepest wage gaps in the American labor market. Compared to white men, who as a group have lower educational attainment, Black women earn only 64 cents for every dollar (Institute for Women’s Policy ResearchNational Partnership for Women & Families). This pay disparity…

NCNW PARTNERS WITH NAN FOR MARCH ON WALL STREET

National Council of Negro Women — Fri, 15 May 2026 03:30:29 -0400

Release Washington, D.C., Aug. 25, 2025 – National Council of Negro Women (NCNW), along with a major coalition of civil rights, clergy, and labor leaders, will join Rev. Al Sharpton and the National Action Network at the March on Wall Street in New York tomorrow, Thursday, Aug. 28. The purpose of this march is to bring attention to the attacks on diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) by the current Administration and to remind the Financial District of the power of Black Americans and…

The High Cost of Tariffs: What’s at Stake for Black-Owned Businesses

National Council of Negro Women — Fri, 15 May 2026 00:35:21 -0400

August is recognized nationally as Black Business Month, a time dedicated to celebrating the achievements of Black entrepreneurs and promoting support for Black-owned enterprises. Traditionally, the month serves as an opportunity to highlight the resilience, innovation, and cultural contributions of these businesses. Yet in 2025, the observance arrives under difficult circumstances. Sweeping tariffs on imported goods, recently enacted by the Trump administration, are raising costs across the economy,…

Civil Rights Leaders Urge Congress to Support Delauro-Murray Proposal and End the Harmful Impacts of the Federal Government Shutdown

National Council of Negro Women — Fri, 15 May 2026 00:26:40 -0400

WASHINGTON, D.C. and NEW YORK (October 8, 2025) – Leaders of the nation’s top civil rights organizations issued the following statement in response to the federal government shutdown: This shutdown is not just a political impasse—it’s a failure of leadership. We call on Congress and the White House to protect Americans from skyrocketing healthcare premiums and ensure that taxpayer dollars are used to serve the public—not withheld as leverage against the immediate…

EMMY AWARD-WINNING ANCHOR LINSEY DAVIS and LEGENDARY DJ D-NICE to Host, Emcee 19th BIENNIAL Uncommon Height Honors Gala

National Council of Negro Women — Thu, 14 May 2026 23:39:33 -0400

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE (WASHINGTON, D.C., Nov. 5, 2025) – Emmy award-winning anchor, Linsey Davis, and Legendary DJ, D-Nice, will serve as host and emcee at the National Council of Negro Women (NCNW) 19th Biennial Uncommon Height Honors Gala, on Dec. 6, at the Marriott Marquis in Washington, D.C. In its new format, the organization’s signature fundraising event, with proceeds raised being used to fund programs of critical concern known…