The National Coalition of 100 Black Women 2014 Annual National Legislative Day – Washington, D. C.
From across the nation, more than 100 leading members representing 62 Chapters of the National Coalition of 100 Black Women, Inc. (NCBW), will meet at the Capitol in Washington, D. C. on April 8, 2014 at 9:00 A.M in the Rayburn House Building, Room 339 for the 2014 NCBW National Legislative Day.
During this year‘s National Legislative Day hosted by U. S. Congresswoman Corinne Brown, NCBW members will engage with influential Legislators and leaders to develop and strengthen strategic alliances that promote local, national and international initiatives that affect the lives of women and girls of color and the communities in which they live.
NCBW is a non-partisan organization. Founded in 1981, NCBW purposefully advocates on behalf of women and girls of color with specific emphasis on issues of leadership development and gender equity in the areas of health, education, and economic empowerment. NCBW commits to Advocacy in Action that leads to meaningful and positive change.
During this 2014 National Legislative Day, NCBW members will participate in policy forums and dialogue with representatives from the White House, the Senate, the House of Representatives, and other key federal agencies. U. S. Congressman James Clyburn, Assistant Democratic Leader, will open this powerful event designed to provide focus and clarity on the issues that grip our communities. Immediately following the opening, participants will enjoy a panel discussion focusing on the Perspectives, Challenges and Triumphs of Advocacy in Action Today. Speakers leading this discussion include National Black Think Tank Executive, Spencer Overton, President and CEO of the Joint Center for Political and Economic Studies; media industry innovators, and White House representatives.
Another highlight for the 2014 National Legislative Day will take place as
U. S. Congresswoman Maxine Waters, Ranking Member of the Financial Services Committee, steps forward as the Keynote Speaker during the luncheon for this event.
Later NCBW members will meet with Legislative Representatives for their communities and then all attendees and supporters including U. S. Congresswoman Debbie Wasserman Schultz, Minority Leader Congresswoman Nancy Pelosi, and other Legislators will culminate the day with a Congressional Reception.
“NCBW consistently seeks opportunities to engage with our nation‘s leaders, to equip our member for progressive advocacy, and to empower our communities. The NCBW 2014 National Legislative Day promises to exceed each of these goals,“ says Michele McNeill-Emery, President of the National Coalition of 100 Black Women.
To learn more about NCBW, our advocacy work, and organizational initiatives please go to our website at ncbw.org. NCBW Mission Statement: To advocate on behalf of black women and girls to promote leadership development and gender equity in the areas of health, education and economic development.
