National Coalition of 100 Black Women facts for kids
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| Abbreviation | NCBW |
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| Formation | October 24, 1981 |
| Type | Nonprofit organization (501(c)(4)) |
| Headquarters | Atlanta, Georgia |
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President
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Virginia W. Harris |
| Affiliations | National Coalition of 100 Black Women/Community Services Fund |
| Website | ncbw.org |
The National Coalition of 100 Black Women, Inc. (NCBW) is a group of African American women who volunteer their time. They work to solve problems in their communities, families, and personal lives. They also help make sure everyone is treated fairly, no matter their gender or race.
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History of the NCBW
The idea for this organization started in New York City in 1970. It was called the Coalition of 100 Black Women. Edna Beach and 23 other African-American women created it.
One of the first members, Jewell Jackson McCabe, became the president of the New York group in 1977. She wanted to create a larger, national organization. In less than a year, the group had 37 local chapters in 20 states.
By 1981, the organization had grown to over 500 members. It was getting noticed by local and national news. On October 24, 1981, the group decided to officially become a national organization. They added "National" to their name. The NCBW became a non-profit group with members from 14 states and the District of Columbia.
By 1986, there were 3,000 members in 19 states, with 47 chapters. In 1998, the NCBW started working to help other women of color too.
NCBW Chapters and Their Work
The National Coalition of 100 Black Women, Inc. has thousands of members. They are part of 60 chapters across 25 states and the District of Columbia. Each chapter works to support its members and empower Black women. They also promote fairness for all races.
Their programs and meetings cover many different topics. These activities are often supported through the National Coalition of 100 Black Women/Community Services Fund.
Candace Awards: Honoring Black Women
The National Coalition of 100 Black Women, Inc. used to give out the Candace Awards. These awards honored women of African descent who had made important contributions to their communities.
The award was named after Candace. This was a special title for queens and queen mothers of the ancient African Kingdom of Kush. The Bible also mentions "Candace, queen of the Ethiopians."
The Candace Award was given out every year from 1982 to 1992. The ceremonies were held at The Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City. Maya Angelou often hosted the event. The award was created by Jewell Jackson McCabe, the founding president of the NCBW. It was a way to celebrate African American women who were leaders in many different fields.
See also
- National Congress of Black Women
- Candace Award
Notable members
- Edna Beach
- Martha S. Lewis
- Jewell Jackson McCabe
