Current Leadership
2024-2026 Elected and Appointed Officers
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Committees
The NCNW members work through a committee structure to accomplish the organization’s work in the community. NCNW North Fulton Area Section Committees overview:
Committee Overviews
Economic Empowerment*
Chair: Danielle Gleaton
Co-Chair: Lasha Hammett
lasha.hammett.yzy0@statefarm.com
Meeting Day: 1st Wed @ 12PM
(CORE FOUR) PROGRAM FOCUS: FINANCIAL LITERACY
Supports NCNW activities for increasing the number of women-owned businesses of our members and community. Educates our community in the areas of business development and retention. Presents information that is designed to help women and their families achieve their economic and financial aspirations. Partner with North Fulton Charities, Mary Hall Freedom House, and like organizations
ALSO INCLUDES OUTREACH RELATED TO ECONOMIC EMPOWERMENT - CONNECT WITH SOCIAL JUSTICE
Education: STEM/STEAM*
Chair: Afwandi Karunwi
correspondence@northfultonncnw.com
Meeting Day: 2nd Mon @ 8PM
(CORE FOUR) PROGRAM FOCUS:STEAM/STEM Mentorship
Explores partnership opportunities with the school system and the community to promote interests in STEAM (science, technology, engineering, art and mathematics) education and careers.
ALSO INCLUDES OUTREACH RELATED TO STEM/ STEAM - CONNECT WITH SOCIAL JUSTICE
Finance
Chair: TiJuana Kelley
treasurer1@northfultonncnw.com
Meeting Day: 1st Wed @ 7PM
The Finance Committee, chaired by the Treasurer, is responsible for overseeing the financial health and integrity of the North Fulton Area Section. The committee includes the Financial Secretary and the Chair of the Ways and Means Committee. Together, they support budgeting, financial planning, and fiscal oversight to ensure resources are aligned with the section’s mission and priorities. The committee also reviews financial reports and supports compliance with financial policies and procedures.
Health Equity*
Chair: Tongia Chen
GHWins Chair: Dr. Elaine Thomas
eathomaspsyd@bellsouth.net
Meeting Day: 1st Wed @ 9:30AM
(CORE FOUR) Promotes health and fitness by raising health care awareness in our community, particularly as it relates to health disparities affecting Black women and children. Partner with Wellstar Hospital to emphasize established programs
ALSO INCLUDES OUTREACH RELATED TO HEALTH - CONNECT WITH SOCIAL JUSTICE
INCLUDES ESTABLISHED COMMITTEE OF GOOD HEALTH WINS
Membership
Chair: Jenise Weddington
membership1@northfultonncnw.com
Co-Chair: Lori Jones
membership2@northfultonncnw.com
Meeting Day: 2nd Wed @ 7PM
The Membership Committee is responsible for driving member engagement and growth. Key duties include leading recruitment efforts, organizing membership drives, conducting new member orientations, and promoting hospitality. The committee also fosters community through social activities, member spotlights, birthday and achievement recognitions, and provides ongoing spiritual support to ensure members feel connected, valued, and inspired.
Nominating
Secure nominations for elected officers and positions.
Program
Chair: Casey Williams
vice-1st@northfultonncnw.com
Meeting Day: As needed
The Programs Committee is responsible for promoting and executing initiatives implemented by NCNW National Headquarters and the State of Georgia NCNW. This committee leads the execution of the North Fulton Area Section’s strategic plan and ensures that all programming is aligned with our mission and vision. Responsibilities include tracking and communicating program impact through timely reporting, evaluating program effectiveness, and measuring community impact. The committee works closely with Committee Chairs to support and strengthen initiatives across all focus areas.
Social Justice*
(CORE FOUR) Promotes civic engagement in our communities, and advances public policy that improves the conditions of women and families of African descent. Primciples of Social Justice include:
Access to Resources - Healthcare, food, housing, education, recreation;
Equity - Ensure fair and impartial access for all;
Participation - Increase visibility and civic engagement;
Diversity - Ensure representation of women of African descent in all segments of society;
Human Rights - Civic, political, economic, cultural, legal.
Technology
Chair: Shameka Hawkins
shamekar@hotmail.com
Meeting Day: 2nd Wed @ 7PM
The Technology Committee is responsible for managing the North Fulton Area Section’s digital presence and virtual tools. This includes maintaining and updating the website, managing social media accounts across Instagram, Facebook, and LinkedIn, and supporting the execution of virtual meetings and events by facilitating Zoom. The committee ensures consistent, timely, and engaging communication that supports the section’s outreach, visibility, and mission.
Ways & Means
Chair: Shamika Malone
shamikasmalone@gmail.com
Meeting Day: 2nd Wed @ 7PM
The Ways and Means Committee is responsible for leading fundraising efforts to support the programs and mission of the North Fulton Area Section. This includes planning and executing fundraising activities throughout the year to ensure the financial health of the organization. The committee also manages our signature annual fundraiser, Women of Purpose, which honors local women making a difference in the core four areas of Health Equity, Education (STEM/STEAM), Economic Empowerment, and Social Justice. Through its work, the committee helps sustain and expand the impact of our section in the community. The committee also identifies potential donors, prepares and submits grant applications.
National Council Negro Women (NCNW) is an “organization of organizations.” This list is comprised of the 33 national women’s organizations that enlightens, inspires, and connects.
American Federation of Teachers, Human Rights & Community Relations - https://www.aft.org/
Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc. - http://www.aka1908.com
Auxiliary of the National Medical Association - https://anmanet.org/
Chi Eta Phi Sorority, Inc.- https://chietaphi.com/
Chums, Inc. - https://www.chums-inc.org/
Continental Societies, Inc.- http://continentalsocietiesinc.org/
Delicados, Inc.- http://delicadosincorporated.net/
Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. - http://www.deltasigmatheta.org/
Eta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc.- http://www.etaphibetasorority.com/
Gamma Phi Delta Sorority- http://www.gammaphideltasorority.com/
Iota Phi Lambda Sorority, Inc.- http://www.iota1929.org/
Jack and Jill of America, Inc. - https://www.jackandjillinc.org/
Ladies Auxiliary, Knights of Peter Claver - https://www.kofpc.org/index.php
Lambda Kappa Mu Sorority - http://www.lkmsororityinc.org/
Las Amigas, Inc.- http://lasamigasincorporated.org/index.html
Les Gemmes, Inc.- https://www.lesgemmes1955.org/
National Association of Black Social Workers - https://www.nabsw.org/
National Association of Negro Business & Prof. Women's Clubs - http://nanbpwc.org/
National Association of University Women - http://www.nauw1910.org/president.asp
National Bar Association, Women Layers Division - https://www.nbawld.org/
National Black Nurses Association, Inc.- http://www.nbna.org/
National Coalition of 100 Black Women - http://www.ncbw.org/
National Coalition on Black Civic Participation - https://www.ncbcp.org/
National Delicados, Inc. - https://delicadosinc.org/
National Grand Chapter Order of the Eastern Star, National Supreme Council - http://www.nationalsupremecouncil.com/
National Sorority of Phi Delta Kappa - http://www.nspdkeasternregion.org/
National Women of Achievement, Inc. - https://www.nationalwomenofachievement.org/
Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority, Grand Chapter - http://www.sgrho1922.org/home
Swing Phi Swing, Social Fellowship, Inc.- http://www.swingphiswing.org/
Tau Gamma Delta Sorority - http://www.taugammadeltasororityinc.com/
The Charmettes, Inc. - http://thecharmettesinc.org/
The House of the Lord Churches, National Department of Women's Work - https://www.holc.org/our-ministries/womens-work/
The Links, Inc. and The Links Foundation, Inc. - Home - Links (linksinc.org)
Top Ladies of Distinction, Inc. - http://www.tlodinc.org/
Woman's Home & Overseas Missionary Society, A.M.E. Zion - http://amez.org/departments/whoms-society
Women's Missionary Council, C.M.E. Church - http://www.cmewmc.org/
Women's Missionary Society, A.M.E. Church - http://www.wms-amec.org/
Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc. - http://zphib1920.org/