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As a member of the Schultz family, she is four generations removed from Schultztown, Kentucky. President Fraziers administration was characterized by bold, new and visionary challenges for The Links to grow and change. Campbell is a member of the African American Federal Executives Association, the International Association of Chiefs of Police, and the Association of Former Agents of the USSS, as well as a member of the Northern Virginia Chapter of Jack and Jill of America. Virginia W. Harris was re-elected President of the National Coalition of 100 Black Women, Inc. for a second term at the 19th Biennial Conference, October 12, 2019 in Atlanta, GA. Having served as a member of the Metropolitan Atlanta Chapter for 29 years, President Harris has consistently demonstrated her leadership abilities through successfully serving at both the national and local chapter levels. Stratton has one daughter, Meryle Anne (Billie) Manigault, M.D., who practices in Germany. Her volunteer efforts have earned wide recognition for her as a tireless worker and community leader. DCs mayor appointed Adjoa to be her senior policy advisor managing the equity portfolio, and to the Commission on African American Affairsserving as the highest-ranking elected member. In addition to driving volume, share, and ratings increases for P&aG and BET, respectively, Kelli has created multiple award-winning creative campaigns, including image campaigns, new branding and visual identification systems to drive specific viewership goals. She is a member of the Law Enforcement Congressional Badge of Bravery Review Board and the Elections Security Taskforce. As a guest of the Israeli Government Helen Edmonds participated in the 1971 conference on the Changing Needs in the Education of Women in the Second Development Decade held at Mount Carmel International Center in Haifa, Israel. Since education and social reforms have always been an abiding passion, she is committed to serving and advocating for civil and human rights issues, voting rights, womens rights, economic empowerment, and criminal justice reform. She and her students mobilized their community and lobbied government and school board officials until they achieved their goal. President Fraziers meteor-like career in the Links began with her induction into the Greater Miami (FL) Chapter in 1970. She has been described as a visionary and global thought leader, a catalyst for breakthrough results, accelerating progress and contribution while fostering positive relationships. President Frazier led The Links to make the historic pledge of one million dollars to the NAACP Legal Defense and Educational Fund (LDEF). and is a proud graduate of Howard University. She joined the Black Womens Agenda Symposium of National Presidents in Atlanta, Georgia, convened (by Past National President Dolly Adams) to develop strategies to support the 1990 Civil Rights Restoration legislation. Purnell completed her undergraduate work at Allen University where she majored in psychology, minored in education, and graduated with honors. Atkinson wrote the words to The Links song, originated the Coronation Carnival, and was the fourth president of the Philadelphia (PA) Chapter. Virginia enjoys traveling, reading, tennis and is learning to play golf. Diversity and Inclusion Award, Murtis Taylor Human Services System Copeland was a delegate to the White House Conference on Americas Future. Congresswoman Johnson has a reputation as a stateswoman who works with both parties to get things done a reputation earned during her more than 40 years in public office. The Durham (NC) Chapter of The Links, Incorporated Historical Overview The Durham (NC) Chapter of The Links, Incorporated was chartered on October 11, 1958 as the seventy-seventh chapter of the national body. Through her leadership, one of the most significant movements in the organizations history was begun the targeting of these Grants-in-Aid to the United Negro College Fund (UNCF). 71, the Federal Prison Bureau Nonviolent Offender Relief Act of 2015, and H.R. She didnt go straight to college after graduation which was a grave disappointment to her mother, but did eventually get there after getting married, having four children and getting divorced. CEO, EVP Beauty & Personal Care, Unilever North America. That same year, Congresswoman Beatty introduced legislation that made the tax deduction for out-of-pocket expenses paid by elementary and secondary teachers for supplies and expenses permanent. He is the thirty-eighth person to hold this post since the House of Representatives first met in New York City in 1789. Following her distinguished career with USSS, Campbell was recruited to be the Assistant Sergeant at Arms for the Office of the Sergeant at Arms where she provided assistance, guidance, and recommendations on sensitive and/or confidential issues relating to the Sergeant at Arms. During her lifetime, she has received sterling awards of achievement, including, her speech, If Not You, Who? She was the Western Areas director of International Trends and Services and became national director of this program facet under President Purnell. Top Executives in Diversity,Black EnterpriseMagazine Their target was a compost plant built across the street from Skyway that emitted odors that posed a major health and environmental hazard and distracted the children from their studies. For many years she was a guidance counselor at the Howard High School in Wilmington, Delaware. Terrell High School in 1943 at the age of 16. The Brooklyn, New York native is the Director of the Inforce Systems Division for New York Life Insurance Company in New York City, responsible for managing multi-million-dollar projects and programs, training personnel, and overseeing new product development as the chief administrator of one the companys major subsystems. Past presidents 1-10 1. Gwendolyn B. Lee 15. During her years as editor of The Pacific Leader, she and her husband sponsored a group of high school girls, The Leaderettes, who were active in promoting good citizenship and wholesome entertainment for their peers. Patricia Russell-McCloud 12. Working closely with the National Programs committee, and particularly with Hazelle Boulware of Lynchburg, VA the national director of Services to Youth, Purnell secured for The Links, a grant of $101,205 from the Juvenile Justice Delinquency Prevention Program (LEAA) of the U.S. Department of Justice. In her role, she also serves as Chair & CEO of the KeyBank Foundation, guiding the companys strategic philanthropic investments, in education, neighborhood prosperity, workforce development and community service. In 2010, Vice President Harris was elected Californias Attorney General and oversaw the largest state justice department in the United States. Edmonds served as a visiting professor or visiting scholar at eight different colleges and universities. She is a member of 15th Street Presbyterian Church in Washington D.C. and is an Elder in the Church. In addition, Smith served as 2015-17 Chair of the National Association of State Directors of Adult Education and has testified before the U.S. Senate HELP Committee representing the issues faced by adults with literacy challenges. On August 23, 2020, Kornisha McGill Brown was elected as the 27th National President of Jack and Jill of America, Incorporated at the 44th National Convention. While attending the Philadelphia High School for Girls, her innate artistic talent was discovered and she entered the special program in the field of art. Prior to this, Major General Walker was the 23rd Commanding General of the District of Columbia Army and Air Force National Guard. She is a member of the Selma (AL) Chapter of The Links Incorporated, Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc., and numerous other civic and social organizations. For four consecutive years of her presidency, she was listed in Ebony magazineas one of Americas 100 most influential Blacks and she has been listed in Whos Who Among Black Americans in six successive editions. During this session, which celebrated the 25th year of the founding of the United Nations, she chaired the U.S. Delegation to the Assemblys Third Committee, Human Rights. She affiliated with the Washington Womens Forum, the National Association for the Advancement of Colored People, and American Association of University Women. half marathon as well as the Walt Disney marathon. On the basis of the Advisory Councils study and recommendations, the concept and trial structure for the headquarters was approved by the 1974 Washington Assembly. The following year she was appointed by the U.S. Department of State as Leader-Specialist in the International Education Exchange to Germany, Austria, Denmark, Sweden and France. Her stellar work and staunch commitment have earned her numerous national, regional, state and local awards. Gwendolyn B. Lee has more than 38 years experience in secondary education. Vivian Beamom 5. A native of Chicago, Illinois, Esi graduated from Dartmouth College in Hanover, New Hampshire with a Bachelor of Arts in Engineering Sciences. President Frazier represented the organization in the NAACP Silent March on Washington. The chartering ceremony was held at the home of Mrs. Albert L. Turner (Dessa), who also served as its first president. The membership consists of more than 16,000 professional women of color in 288 chapters located in 41 states, the District of Columbia, the Commonwealth of the Bahamas, and the United Kingdom. Ellison serves on Central Fidelitys Public Policy Committee. Opal Lee was born October 7, 1926 in Marshall, Texas. Through her activism and non-profit Salute Selma, Inc., Abina has had the privilege to work and march with people like Congressman John Lewis, Past Presidents Bill Clinton, Barack Obama, George Bush, President Joe Biden, and Vice President Kamala Harris. Dr. Glover also served as Chairman of the Board of Commissioners of the Jackson (Mississippi) Airport Authority. Biennially, The Links, Incorporated gives an award for outstanding international volunteerism. When Maloney was elected in 1957, her aim was to develop for The Links, a national program in which every chapter would be involved and would serve needs no other organization was addressing. Barbara Dixon Simpkins 13. Frances Vashon Atkinson was born in St. Louis and began her education there. In addition to participating in two fact-finding missions to Nigeria and passing two resolutions, she has been a leading voice in a daily, international Twitter campaign to #BringBackOurGirls. Esi Eggleston Bracey is a transformational business executive with nearly 30 years of experience in general management, brand building, and marketing leadership. degree from Temple University. She had two grandchildren, Robert Scott, and Lisa Upshur. from Columbia University in New York. Dolly Desselle Adams, eighth national president of The Links, Incorporated, was born in Marksville, Louisiana. Among the agencies she has served are the Departments of Navy, Agriculture, Commerce, and Labor; the Womens Bureau; NASA; and the District of Columbia. She also served on the board of trustees of Westchester State College. Since 1971, President Sutherland has increasingly devoted her time and efforts to various leadership roles with The Links. Kelli is also Founder of The SonRise Project, a safe space for parents of children who struggle will mental wellness and addiction issues. During that time, she also served as a member of the 1994 AT&T Malcolm Baldrige Award winning team in the area of human resources. Congresswoman Johnson is the proud mother of her son, Kirk, and of her three grandsons, Kirk Jr., David, and James. She currently serves as the National Chair and Seventh President of the National Council of Negro Women, an advocacy organization with more than 2 million members, working in the interest of womens rights and civil rights. Then, in the early 1980s, Rep. Demings was inspired to move to Orlando to join the police force. She believes that it is up to you to attain the highest quality of health care and the best outcomes for you and your family. Research shows that people receive a boost in happiness when they spend money on others instead of themselves. They brought her to civil rights demonstrations and introduced role modelsranging from Supreme Court Justice Thurgood Marshall to civil rights leader Constance Baker Motleywhose work motivated her to become a prosecutor. Her education also includes completing a National Institutes of Minority Health pre-doctoral fellowship at George Washington University Medical School, Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences examining chronic disease and family systems, a National Heart, Lung and Blood Institute post-doctoral fellowship at the Howard University Cancer Center, Division of Epidemiology and Biostatistics studying cardiovascular and cancer epidemiology, and completing the Graduate Summer Program in Epidemiology at Johns Hopkins University School of Hygiene and Public Health. To the care of family, church responsibility and full-time employment, Adams added community service and organizational involvement. She was married to Dr. Horace C. Scott and was the mother of one daughter, Marjorie Ann Scott Upshur, who pre-deceased her. In that role, Vice President Harris created a ground-breaking program to provide first-time drug offenders with the opportunity to earn a high school degree and find employment. In addition, she has been awarded honorary doctorate degrees from Ohio Dominican University and Central State University. As a wife, committed church woman, especially to the Womens Missionary Society and the young people of the African Methodist Episcopal Church; entrepreneur; life member of the NAACP; life member of the Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc.; member, International Womens Forum (IWF) and civic volunteer; she resides in Atlanta, Georgia, with her husband. And she was the first woman appointed to the board of Coca-Cola Enterprises. Each course endeavor afforded new knowledge, growth and understanding. She is also a member of her chapters Presidents Advisory Board, an advisory group consisting of past chapter presidents created to provide ongoing guidance to the chapter. a widening gap over time between the Democrats who were supportive of government interaction with the American polity and Republicans who opposed much of it. She is the recipient of the 2005 National Association for Equal Opportunity in Higher Education (NAFEO) Alumni of the Year Award for Fayetteville State University where she received her undergraduate degree in psychology. Battey/Wikimedia. Their client list includes Dove, WW (formerly Weight Watchers), Tory Burch, Unilever, AARP, Coca Cola, Williams-Sonoma, among others. President Frazier spoke for all members when she pointed out that the organization was fortunate to have known co-founder Scott during the decades of its growth; to have served with her; and to have been touched by examples of the character, integrity, and steadfastness of purpose, which characterized her personal life. President Frazier served as an honorary chair of the 1989 LDEF Equal Justice Dinner in New York City. She also enjoys playing her organ and working with her block club. She is a member of the, Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc., The Links, Inc., and a Life Member of NAACP. While at HUD, Ellison pursued her ongoing interest in the academic development of young people. Federal agency officials and members of Congress on a variety of family and consumer issues. Maloney would identify students with college potential, but without obvious financial support, help them make application and then she would arrange for scholarship aid. Adams was inducted into the Seattle (WA) Chapter and affiliated with the Angel City (LA) Chapter. In 2007, Val Demings made history when she was appointed to serve as Orlandos first female Chief of Police. Du Bois, who edited its official magazine, The Crisis, for 25 years. The Links, Incorporated is an international, not-for-profit corporation, established in 1946. In addition, Beatty authored theJumpstart Housing Opportunities Utilizing Small Enterprises (HOUSE) Act, orJumpstart HOUSE Act, which would reauthorize the State Small Business Credit Initiative (SSBCI) for eight years and require state business development agencies to set aside the lesser of $2.5 million or 10 percent of unobligated SSBCI funds for small businesses to purchase, rehabilitate, or operate affordable housing units. She was also able to give her personal attention to every aspect of this task centralizing functions, developing staffing and procedures for centralized systems, and furnishing and equipping the office itself. Educationally, President Harris holds a Masters of Public Administration degree, Bachelor of Business Administration degree, a Certified Internal Auditor and Certified Government Financial Manager. She earned the Ed.D. In June of that year, the Philadelphia Board of Education awarded her a four-year scholarship to the Womens School of Design, later known as the Moore Institute of Art. Marion Schultz-Sutherland Past presidents 11-15 11. Julia Brogdon-Powell 8. For six years, she chaired the UNCF Telethon in Waco; for two years, she was telethon chair in Washington, and was UNCF Volunteer of the Year in 1978. She was also the recipient of the 2019 Female President of the Year Award from HBCU Digest. She has received grants from the General Education Board-Rockefeller Foundation; the Carnegie Fund; the Ford Foundation Fund for the Advancement of Education; Southern Fellowship Fund; the National Foundation for the Humanities; the Moten Center for Independent Studies and the Radcliffe College-Bunting Institute, among others. The announcement was made at the organization's 41st National Assembly held in Indianapolis, IN. She has held faculty positions at eight different colleges and universities including the Neuro-Psychiatric Institute of the University of Michigan in Ann Arbor; Wilberforce University, Wilberforce, Ohio; Albany Georgia State College; Paul Quinn College Waco, Texas; Howard University School of Law; Washington, D.C.; and the Interdenominational Theological Seminary, Atlanta, Georgia. Annually, Salute Selma, Inc. hosts three major events that commemorates Bloody Sunday, the Selma to Montgomery March, and the Voting Rights Act of 1965. Beamon herself served as the second president of the Womens Auxiliary of the National Dental Association. While Dean of the College of Business at Jackson State University in Jackson, Mississippi from 1994 to 2012, Dr. Glover led the College of Business through the accreditation process and spearheaded the implementation of the nations first Ph.D. program in Business at a HBCU. She received untiring help, support, and encouragement from her husband, Dr. Oscar Ellison, Jr.; and, her children, Oscar III, then a student at Harvard University; Paula Michelle, a student at Duke University at the time; and Karla, who was a student at the Madeira School. She has amassed over 25 years of success in the academic and business arenas. combination in the United States. She participated in the AAUW Council of Presidents and met with the president of the National Council of Women of the United States to explore joint project development. Despite institutional resistance to the idea of women in law enforcement, she determinedly pushed forward, graduating from the police academy as class president, receiving the Board of Trustees Award for Overall Excellence, and earning the reputation of a smart, tenacious, no-nonsense cop. Sixteen years after joining the organization she was elected national president. A longtime advocate and champion to end human trafficking, during the 114th Congress, Congresswoman Beattys bipartisan legislation to combat child sex trafficking unanimously passed the House of Representatives in 2015 and was signed into law as part of a larger measure, theJustice for Victims of Trafficking Act, by President Obama. 1949 is also the starting year of the first National President Sarah Strickland Scott. She who suggested the name Links. At their January 1947 meeting, the group accepted this name as best expressing the spirit and purpose of the new clublinking friends for service. Wall died on September 12, 1975. Recognizing that business and community prosperity go hand in hand, Copeland leads Keys commitment to transforming and sustaining communities. Ulysses S. Grant (1869-1877) Ulysses S. Grant National Historic Site (White Haven), Missouri (National Park Service) General Grant National Memorial, New York (National Park Service) Rutherford B. Hayes (1877-1881) Spiegel Grove (Rutherford B. Hayes Presidential Center), Ohio. Margaret Hawkins was born Margaret Josephine Rosell on January 12, 1908, in Philadelphia. In 1983, Frazier received the Master of Business Administration degree from the University of Miami. Rep. Demings is an active member of St. Mark A.M.E., Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc., Orlando (FL) Chapter of The Links, Incorporated, NAACP Silver Life Member, Florida Bar Citizens Advisory Committee, Florida Police Chiefs, National Organization of Black Law Enforcement Executives, National Association of Women Law Enforcement Executives, National Congress of Black Women, and numerous other affiliations. Her own familycherished mother, devoted husband, children and grandchildrenis the embryo of her concern for Black families, particularly those matriarchal families which seem to have to bear such heavy burdens in our society. Her brother, the late Thirlee Smith, Jr., was the first full-time African American reporter at theMiami Heraldand a long-time educator for Miami-Dade County Public Schools, who was responsible for implementing African-American history into the districts curriculum. Dr. Glover also has authored more than 100 articles and papers, and she is regarded as one of the nations foremost experts on corporate governance. On January 11, 1970, the Cincinnati Enquirer saluted Vivian Beamon as one of that Citys ten most outstanding women. Campbell led the transformation of the Freedom of Information Act and Privacy Act for the USSS, markedly improving response, compliance, case management, and oversight for information resources. Her vision, education, employment, experiences, training and proven track record of accomplishment set the stage for success. [9] Sarah Strickland Scott, 1949-1953 Margaret Rosell Hawkins, 1953-1957 Pauline Weeden Maloney, 1957-1961 Vivian J. Beamon, 1962-1970 Helen Gray Edmonds, 1970-1974 Pauline Ellison, 1974-1978 Julia Brogdon Purnell, 1978-1982 Regina Jollivette Frazier, 1986-1990 Throughout her career, Dr. Cole has addressed issues concerning Africa and the diaspora. Deputy Sergeant at Arms, United States House of Representatives. Her academic areas, Administration and Supervision of Educational Institutions, helped establish the foundation of her life as an educator civic leader churchwoman, wife and mother. Virginia is an active member of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority Inc., The Links Inc., The Continental Societies Inc. and Top Ladies of Distinction, Inc. Virginia regularly participates in the National Urban Leagues BEEP-Program, lecturing at Historical Black Colleges and Universities. Scott composed the organizations pledge, a promise to support the organization, which members make. She also served on the Transition Committee for current Cleveland Mayor Frank Jackson. She has three grandchildren and is a mentor to many young women and men. Leonard earned a Doctor of Philosophy Degree in Psychology from Howard University and a Master of Science Degree from North Carolina Central University. During her tenure, the district has received $3.1 billion in grants, contracts, and other assistance. Her loyalty to achieving, often against the odds, is, in a word, unforgettable. By doing so, the needs of people were met. Incorporated. Many young people were guided toward successes in college and in professions, which they might not have tried without her encouragement. News and World Report named her as one of the 10 most influential legislators in the U.S. House of Representatives. Copeland holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Physics from Hampton University, where she has received the distinguished 2013 Alumnus of the Year Award, and a Master of Arts degree, Educational Development, College of Education, at The Ohio State University, where she was recognized as an esteemed Alumnus. The National Council of Negro Women, Cleveland Section, Community Service Award In 1994, Dr. Lee was appointed as director of National Trends and Services and served in that capacity until 1998. Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc., Community Service Award Barbara Jean Dixon Simpkins was born and educated in the public schools of Pensacola, Florida. Gladys Gary Vaughn 14. She has traveled across America, South America, Canada, the Caribbean, Europe, Australia, Asia, South Africa and West Africa. She was a charter member of the Cincinnati (OH) Chapter and before her election as president in 1962, had served as Central Area director and national vice president. I always look for ways to help others have access to the same opportunities I did. For the past 17 years she has served as National President, First Vice President of Programs, Vice President of Finance and Fund Development, National Treasurer and chaired several national committees. View a full description of this book . By the end of her second term, the national headquarters was fully operational. In 1973, she served as a member of the Planning Committee of the Florida Governors Conference on Libraries and Public Information Services, and from 1977 to 1988 served on the Metropolitan Dade County Zoning Appeals Board. Rep. Demings enjoys spending her very limited free time riding her Harley-Davidson Road King Classic motorcycle. A community-mobilization movement, National CARES is the only organization dedicated to providing mentoring, healing and wellness services on a national scale for Black children. She was a life member of the NAACP, supporting her husband in his long service as president of the Philadelphia NAACP. In 2017, Vice President Harris was sworn into the United States Senate. Although it cannot be measured, undoubtedly the charm and grace of the setting had a positive effect on the participants. A fearless champion for innovation and impact, Jenkins is often lauded for her ability to create business opportunity and competitive differentiation. Her parents were activists, instilling Vice President Harris with a strong sense of justice. Campbell collaborated with the USSS and the Netherlands Forensic Institute and brokered an international agreement to enhance forensic investigative capabilities. As the daughter of a civil rights activist and from a family immersed in the Movement, she determined early that education and equal justice were important for all people of color. She received a Masters of Education Degree in Social Science Education from the University of Georgia. Maloney came to be considered Lynchburgs first lady of education and seemed never to recognize the meaning of the word retirement. After her years at Dunbar High she served on the Lynchburg Public Schools as Inter-Administrator and consultant for Lyn-Cay Headstart; and on many other boards including Mental Health, the Red Cross, the United Way, Polio Committee, YWCA, Lynchburg Community Action Group, Friends of the Public Library, the City Restoration Committee, Fine Arts Center, Bethune Child Care Center, Meals-On-Wheels, and the NAACP. She attended elementary and secondary schools in Miami and is a graduate of Howard University in Washington, D.C., where she earned the Bachelor of Science degree in Pharmacy. Working closely with internationally known opera director, Glynn Ross, and world-famous artists, she spearheaded the efforts of the Seattle Operas Community Involvement Committee to develop a series of programs, which were presented, in local schools and churches by operatic stars. Barbara Simpkins was a grandmother and proud mother of two sons Monti Lemans Simpkins and Lubara Dixon Simpkins. Scholarship is a principle that Valerie holds in high regard having graduated from York Institute as the class valedictorian at the age of fourteen, and being accepted into ten of the nations top universities. She was elected Vice President after a lifetime of public service, having been elected District Attorney of San Francisco, California Attorney General, and United States Senator. In her personal life, she is the widow of Dr. Joseph B. Vaughn, Jr., their 34-year marriage ending with his death in September 2000. Rep. Demings shared a two-room home in Jacksonville, Florida with her six older siblings. These Wigs Install in Seconds. In keeping with the rising national visibility of The Links and to better serve its growing membership, Ellison set as one of her priorities the implementation of the decision of the 1974 Assembly to have a national headquarters with a paid staff. In her new role, Mrs. Liberty, a 26- year member of the renowned sorority, will lead the organization as it celebrates its 100th year in 2022. Link Scott did graduate study in the field of guidance and received her masters degree from Columbia University. Rep. Demings got her first job at age 14. She later obtained her Masters degree in Counseling and Guidance from North Texas State University and served as Home/School Counselor for Fort Worth Independent School District until her retirement in 1977. 83, the Bullying Prevention and Intervention Act of 2013. In 2009, she launched a historic at-large campaign for Boston City Council and won, becoming the first woman of color elected to the Council in its 100-year history. She holds a masters degree from New York University. At night she worked at Convair (now Lockheed Martin) to support her children. 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