The Capital Area Section of the National Council of Negro Women, Inc. (CAS-NCNW) of Raleigh, NC is proud to host our 20th Annual Harambee Women's of Excellence Awards Luncheon recognizing "Black History Month" and honoring one's service in the community. Our theme for this year is "Honoring the Legacy of Women Leaders". In these unprecedented times, we have seen the challenges and need increase in our community. Harambee which is a celebration of a Community and Togetherness was started in Kenya in 1963, and gives us an opportunity to put it into practice. This event is our signature fundraiser to support our outreach programs in the greater Raleigh community.
Our keynote speaker is Dr. Paulette Dillard, President of Shaw University. We will be honoring the following women of excellence for their tireless work and contirubutions in the community: Jocelyn Mitnaul Mallette, Dr. Linda R. Jordon, and Kimberly H. Winborne.
The National Council of Negro Women was established in 1935 by Dr. Mary McLeod Bethune for the mission to advance the opportunities and the quality of life for African American women, their families and communities. The Capital Area Section was founded in February 1999 under the leadership of Christine B . Jones and Frances Bethea Grant. Our local community outreach programs include Salvation Army, Wake County Women's Center, Loaves and Fishes, MATCH, Shirley Sheares Men's Empowerment Center and Raleigh Rescue Mission as well as other service projects.