The UNC Charlotte Collegiate Section of
The National Council of Negro Women, Inc.
We have a powerful potential in out youth, and we must have the courage to change old ideas and practices so that we may direct their power toward good ends. - Mary McLeod Bethune, Founder
ABOUT NCNW
The National Council of Negro Women, Inc. (NCNW) is a council of national African American women's organizations and community-based sections. Founded Dec. 5th, 1935, the NCNW mission is to lead, develop, and advocate for women of African descent as they support their families and communities. NCNW fulfills this purpose through research, advocacy, and national and community-based services and programs on issues of health, education, and economic empowerment in the United States and Africa. With its 39 national affiliates and more than 240 sections, NCNW is a 501(c)3 organization with an outreach to nearly four million women.
Our Mission
Our mission is to lead, develop and advocate for women of African descent as they support their families and communities. We fulfill our mission through research, advocacy and national and community-based health, education and economic empowerment services and programs in the United States and Africa. Through section and affiliate volunteers in 34 states, NCNW addresses local needs while impacting communities nationwide.
Our Method
NCNW translates its philosophy of public education, community service, and advocacy into activities designed to promote a number of benefits for our constituents including:
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Disseminating information about issues affecting African American women and their families.
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Promoting healthy lifestyles and behaviors through wellness projects.
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Sponsoring events such as The Black Family Reunion Celebration to build on our strengths and traditional values.
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Training and supporting women and youth in career development and community leadership.
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Supporting economic development and entrepreneurship.
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Providing mentoring and educational support to our young people.
Our Headquarters
Our national headquarters is based in Washington, DC, with a historic main office on Pennsylvania Avenue that is strategically located between the White House and the Capitol. We also have two field offices around the country. The national headquarters acts as a central source for program planning.