National Initatives -

Reading For Life
National Initative

All NHBW members contribute to the visions mandated by National Headquarters. Two of our largest campaigns are a Literacy Program and increasing awareness of Domestic Violence http://www.nhbwinc.com/dv.html. The goal of the Camden Chapter's literacy component is to supplement classroom participation with parental awareness and introducing reading fundamentals to children at an early age. Our Chapter has donated 150+books to promote literacy in the Camden area. For more information or book donations, use our Guest Book or visit: http://www.nhbwinc.com/literacy.html. Follow us on Facebook.

Founder's Day
National Initative

Founder's Day is held annually. The Camden Chapter events of the day acknowledge a "year of sacrifice and service" among the members attending. Fannie Lou Hamer, top left, (1917-1977) is honored for being a dedicated activist in the areas of civil rights, voter discrimination and voter registration. It is a spirited day full of love and sisterhood. Click on any picture to enlarge it.

Domestic Violence
National Initative

President Obama issued a presidential proclamation declaring October 2011 as Domestic Violence Awareness Month and is urging Americans to speak out against domestic violence. President Obama specifically mentioned The Hotline as a resource to help victims and survivors. Find the entire proclamation on whitehouse.gov:

THE NATIONAL DOMESTIC VIOLENCE HOTLINE NUMBER IS: 1-800-799 SAFE
Also visit the National Network to End Domestic Violence http://www.nnedv.org and the Feminist Majority Foundation http://feminist.org/911/crisis.html for resources and information.

The National Hook-Up of Black Women, Inc. is proud to be a Sponsor for Saving Promise- http:/savingpromise.org

Annual Conference
National Event

The annual meeting of the National Hook-Up of Black Women, Inc. is held in a different city every year. Our committment to volunteerism is reinforced as well as ways to collectively affect postive change for women and their families. Workshops are conducted surrounding National Leadership Training, Sisterhood bonding and Community networking. Chapter Officers report highlights of their Chapter's strengths and challenges for the year and what future plans of action can improve our roles in the community.

Dr. Wynetta A. Frazier (far left) announced her retirement as President after 30 years of serving the organization in 2009. Deborah Summers, our current President, (far right) continues to inspire everyone's dedication to social change. Such dynamic and caring women are to be celebrated. Click on any picture to enlarge it.