About NCNW
Founded in 1935 by Dr. Mary McLeod Bethune, the National Council of Negro Women has been a leading voice for African American women and their families for nearly nine decades. We continue to advocate for social justice, economic empowerment, and educational excellence.
Advocacy
Championing policies and programs that advance the interests of African American women and families.
Education
Providing educational opportunities and resources to empower women and their communities.
Community Service
Engaging in meaningful community service projects that make a lasting impact.
Executive Committee
Pennsylvania State Coalition
National Council of Negro Women
Leadership
Tameko Patterson
President
Greater Pocono Section
Email: ncnwpapresident@gmail.com
Phone: (973) 594-6655
E. April Baidal
1st Vice President
Philadelphia Section
Laura S. Reddick
2nd Vice President
Delaware Valley Section
Cheyenne Johnson
3rd Vice President
Greater Harrisburg Section
Finance & Communication
Lisa Paulette
Financial Secretary
Greater Pocono Section
Dr. Nia Rashad
Treasurer
Greater Pocono Section
Selina Winchester
Recording Secretary
Greater Pocono Section
Lisa Jackson
Corresponding Secretary
Philadelphia Section
Procedures & Spirituality
Rae Talley
Parliamentarian
Greater Harrisburg Section
Dr. Terrie Griffin
Chaplain
Rankin / Mon Valley / Pittsburgh Section
Lorraine Williams
Historian
Philadelphia Section
Public & Political Engagement
Juanita Jenkins
Collegiate Liaison
Delaware Valley Section
Joelisa McDonald
Social Justice Chair
Rankin / Mon Valley / Pittsburgh Section
Mona White
State Compliance Co-Chair
Delaware Valley Section
Tammy Butler
State Compliance Co-Chair
Greater Harrisburg Section