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The National Council of Negro Women (NCNW) mission is to lead, empower and advocate for women of African descent, their families and communities.

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ECONOMIC EMPOWERMENT and ENTREPRENEURSHIP

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S.T.E.A.M and EDUCATION

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HEALTH EQUITY

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SOCIAL JUSTICE and CIVIC ENGAGEMENT

Membership

The National Council of Negro Women, Inc. (NCNW) is open to all women and men who share a commitment to empowering women of African descent, their families and communities. NCNW’s unique “organization of organizations” structure assures our ability to collectively use our strength to generate power and the potential to improve our own quality of life and help African American communities flourish.

NCNW represents over 25,000 members and contributors, and a connection to nearly 3 million women through our affiliate organizations at the national, state and local levels; speaking out on issues of concern to our members including Economic Empowerment, Education, Health Equity and Social Justice.

National Founder and Section Founder

NCNW Founder

Dr. Mary McLeod Bethume

Founder

Marjorie McGhee

Marjorie McGhee
Section Founder

Upcoming Events

Summer Party Bingo

June 21 @ 2:00 pm - 6:00 pm
1Love Event Space
226 Soundview Avenue
Bronx, NY United States
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NCNW, Inc. East Bronx Section General Membership Meeting

June 14 @ 12:30 pm - 2:30 pm
Sonia Sotomayor Community Center
1000 Rosedale Avenue
Bronx, NY United States
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Cutting the Cord

September 18 @ 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm
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Past Events

Harambee an Inter-Generational Celebration 2025

February 22 @ 12:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Eastwood Manor

On February 22, 2025 the East Bronx Section celebrated Harambee!

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