NCBW 100 Mission
The Mission of the National Coalition of 100 Black Women, Inc. is to advocate on behalf of black women and girls to promote leadership development and gender equity in the areas of health, education, and economic empowerment.
NCBW 100 Vision
The Vision of the National Coalition of 100 Black Women, Inc. is to see black women and girls live in a world where socio-economic inequity does not exist.
NCBW 100 Purpose
The purpose of the National Coalition of 100 Black Women, Inc. is to
- Foster principles of equal rights and opportunities.
- Promote the awareness of black culture.
- Develop the potential of the membership for effective leadership and participation in civic affairs.
- Take action on specific issues of national and international importance.
- Collaborate with other persons and organizations to achieve mutual goals.
Metropolitan Baton Rouge Chapter Mission
The National Coalition of 100 Black Women, Inc. – Metropolitan Baton Rouge is a diverse group of change agents united through a shared vision to advocate for black women and girls unapologetically. We aim to set a standard of excellence, create a legacy of forward-thinking leaders, and to serve our community through leadership, commitment, and service.
Metropolitan Baton Rouge Chapter History
In the fall of 2014, a dedicated group of women reaffirmed their commitment to establishing a local chapter of the National Coalition of 100 Black Women (NCBW) in Baton Rouge. With a renewed sense of purpose, they restructured the Interest Group and began the formal process of organizing.
Led by Dr. Leah S. Cullins, FNP-BC, who would serve as the Charter President, the group submitted a Letter of Intent to the national office, along with the organizing fee, leader profile, and roster of charter members. On September 18, 2014, the national office granted the group formal approval to proceed with organizing the chapter.
On November 4, 2016, the Interest Group held an all-day planning retreat, during which they received technical assistance from Paula Ward, NCBW National Third Vice President of Membership and Chapter Development. The retreat was a pivotal moment for the group, focusing on the development of task forces and the establishment of bylaws. In the following weeks, founding members organized themselves into five task forces: Membership, Bylaws, Nominations, Program, and Publicity. They met regularly to fulfill NCBW’s requirements and prepare for the chapter’s installation.
The founding members also sought guidance from other chapters, learning valuable lessons about membership recruitment, program development, and fundraising strategies. With hard work and determination, the Interest Group completed the necessary steps for chapter formation.
On November 5, 2016, all their efforts came to fruition with the official installation of the Metropolitan Baton Rouge Chapter, marking the beginning of a new journey in advocacy and leadership for Black women and girls in the Baton Rouge community.
Our Leadership
Courtney Hunt
President
Denage Piper
1st Vice President of Programs
Ursula White Chapman
2nd Vice President of Finance and Fund Development
NiShawn Stovall
3rd Vice President of Membership
Lynette Jackson
Treasurer
Tyrsali Williams
Financial Secretary
Angela Harris
Recording Secretary
Kheri Monks
Corresponding Secretary
NeShana Bilbrew
Nominating Chair
Catrice Tolbert
Director of Administration
Chenese Lewis
Director of Marketing & Communications
Dannielle Lewis
Director of Special Projects
Carlecea Chenevert
Historian
Lesia Warren
Parliamentarian
Sherice Nelson
Chaplain