Welcome to the Manhattan Section

The New York Manhattan Section of the National Council of Negro Women, Inc. (NCNW) was chartered in November of 1953. NCNW is a council of national African American women’s organizations and community-based sections. Founded in 1935 by Mary McLeod Bethune, NCNW’s mission is to lead, develop, and advocate for women of African descent as they support their families and communities.

#HigherHeights

The Manhattan Section works to achieve a level of excellence channeling the energy and legacy of our late President Emeritus Dr. Dorothy Irene Height.

Become a Member!

Join us in the service to the Manhattan Community by becoming a member of the The Manhattan Section. For more information, send an email to manhattanncnw@gmail.com

We meet virtually via Zoom from September to June (no meetings in July & August) on the second Saturday from 10:30 am - 12 Noon, next meeting is June 11th.

We are looking for Youth Section Members, girls in middle and high school aged. To join, please send an email to manhattanncnw@gmail.com

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