She is leading these brands and her team powerfully through the COVID pandemic, unlocking unprecedented growth (record H1 performance) and market place impact including (but not limited to) noteworthy programs Dove Courage is Beautiful, America wil not be Beautiful, Fathers Taken programs. Dr. Cole rose to national prominence as the first African American woman President of Spelman College and, later, as President of Bennett College, making her the only person to serve as president of both historically Black colleges for women in the United States. They quickly became involved in the community. She served several terms as president of the Southern Regional Association of School Boards. The HeartLinks signature program encourages Links members and the communities we serve to take an aggressive stance against heart disease, the number one killer of African American women. From the four full college scholarships, which she was offered as valedictorian of her class, she chose to attend Howard University in Washington, D.C. At Howard, Ellison majored in Chemistry and maintained honor grades while beginning her career in government service as Employee Relations Specialist and, later, as personnel placement officer at Freedmans (now Howard University) Hospital. Link Scott attended elementary and secondary schools and college in her home city. Glenda F. Newell-Harris, M.D, is a board-certified physician in internal medicine and a media spokesperson whose opinions on new advances in medicine and controversial medical issues have made her a valued medical expert. During this period of service, she established the relationship between The Links and Africare, which resulted in the furnishing of The Links room at the Africare House in Washington, D.C, and in the digging of numerous water wells all over the African continent. From the year of her induction into The Links, Incorporated, she has served on the Executive Council of the organization, ranging from the National Nominating Committee to the national president. 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. 71, the Federal Prison Bureau Nonviolent Offender Relief Act of 2015, and H.R. Eligibility for Membership in Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Incorporated Constitution and Bylaws (2020 Edition including 2021 amendment related to residency). And, she is a mother of four children and is married to Robert L. Harris, Esquire. The Minerva Circle presents the finalized Membership Intake Schedule/Implementation Checklist (Appendix 3A)and the Membership Intake Budget (Appendix 3B)to the chapter for approval at the next regularly scheduled chapter meeting. Having served as a local health commissioner as well as president and secretary of local and regional medical societies, she is a much sought after speaker for youth groups and non -profit organizations that mentor pre-med and medical students. Revised and mandated enforcement of a pregnant and parenting teen policy for Boston Public Schools to strengthen pathways to graduation and to reduce the dropout rate. Adams was inducted into the Seattle (WA) Chapter and affiliated with the Angel City (LA) Chapter. On Monday, July 4, 1988, a few days after the close of the 26th National Assembly, co-founder Scott died at age 87. During her tenure, the district has received $3.1 billion in grants, contracts, and other assistance. Jenkins also holds an Honorary Doctorate of Humane Letters from both Spring Hill College and Washington College., Founder and CEO, National CARES Mentoring Movement. She was also a member of the Baton Rouge YWCA, Women in Politics, the League of Women Voters, and the Blundon Home for Orphans, the local Girl Scouts Executive Board, and the Steering Committee on the Status of Women in Louisiana. Her contributions to The Links, Incorporated was most outstanding. Select the Regional Link of the region your intended chapter of initiation is located The name and region of intended chapter of initiation is provided on Delta Deadline Information Sheet (Appendix 11L) 5. Purnell completed her undergraduate work at Allen University where she majored in psychology, minored in education, and graduated with honors. Take charge of your health is her motto. She tries to give more than she receives always with a JOYful heart and positive, passionate spirit. She has completed the O.U.C. The compost plant closed its doors just short of two years after its opening. As you all know, the 48 hour service requirement was passed at the National Assembly this summer. Campbell began her career as a Criminal Investigator assigned to the Washington, D.C. Field Office. A committed Life Member of Alpha Kappa Alpha with over four decades of leadership and service, Dr. Glover has served in several capacities, including International Vice-President, International Treasurer, and Treasurer to the Educational Advancement Foundation (EAF). Our recognized Chapters coordinate their recruitment efforts . 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. She holds memberships in Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc., The Girlfriends, Inc., and formerly Jack and Jill of America, Inc. One of the main reasons people choose to give back to their community is to show gratitude for the opportunities that have brought them where they are. 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. At the time she served as national president of The Links, Beamon was the widow of Dr. Reginald E. Beamon, a dentist who was also an activist. Sixteen years after joining the organization she was elected national president. from Baylor University in Waco, Texas and has continued post-doctoral study at Northwestern University, Evanston, Illinois and the University of Washington in Seattle. She served as Director and vice president for four years. Beatty serves on the exclusive House Committee on Financial Services and is a member of two Subcommittees: Housing and Insurance and Oversight and Investigations. Adams holds the Bachelor of Arts degree, Magna Cum Laude from Southern University in Baton Rouge and the Masters of Arts degree from the University of Michigan. Dr. Glover is a native of Memphis, Tennessee. It is one of the nation's oldest and largest volunteer service organizations. The wife of Dr. Stephen Stanford, she lived in Morristown, New Jersey. As a hobby, Wright indulged a love for historical research. Susan L. Taylor, best-selling author of four books, and editor of eight others, is a fourth-generation entrepreneur, who grew up in Harlem working in her fathers clothing store. Recognizing her record of service and productivity, in 2010 voters overwhelmingly elected her to serve in the U.S. House of Representatives. Ellison serves on Central Fidelitys Public Policy Committee. Her loyalty to achieving, often against the odds, is, in a word, unforgettable. Recently, she introduced theFree Credit Score Act, legislation to require consumer reporting agencies to include a credit score when providing consumers with a free annual credit report. More than any other person, it was Edmonds who established the organizations program and structure to make the dedication to human service the identifying characteristic of The Links. She began her career as a music teacher and vocal music educator in Pensacola, at Washington High, where she was Teacher of the Year she wrote the school song and the pep song. Attend at least one Intake Orientation per academic year. She was a writer, gourmet cook, and gardener. Adjoa B. Asamoah is a seasoned executive, award-winning impact strategist, international influencer, and leading authority on racial equity, with expertise in organizational and leadership development, leveraging cultural intelligence and behavioral psychology to create meaningful systems change. She won seats in the Florida House of Representatives in 1998 and the state Senate in 2002, whereher peers elected her Senate Minority Leader Pro Tempore and Minority Whip. Congresswoman Wilson has consistently secured resources for various projects in her district, including a $1 million grant in 2014 to help reduce crime in Miami-Dade Countys highest crime area, the Northside District. Hawkins was elected second national president of The Links at the fifth Assembly in Buffalo in 1953. She also created BETs Emmy Award-winning HIV/AIDS program Rap-It-Up and the BET Foundation, a 501(c)3 focused on health-related issues in the African American community. She quickly rose to become principal of Skyway Elementary School, which was recognized as one of the best schools in America in President George H. W. Bushs America 2000 plan to upgrade national education standards. An 18-year member, prior to her historical election to the presidency by acclamation in July 2002, she has served as chair of the Grants-In-Aid Committee, director of the Services to Youth Program facet, chair of the Membership and national vice president. Since she has been a Board member, the Corporation has committed one million dollars to support the education of minority students. The Links, Incorporated is an international, non-for-profit corporation, established in 1946. Kellis expertise in strategic insights, market research, marketing, advertising, communications, special events, public affairs, and advertising sales has translated to exceptional results for powerhouse brands including Procter & Gamble (P&aG), BET Networks (Viacom) and Dell. President Frazier is a lifelong resident of Miami, Florida. As an indication of The Links continuing support of the United Negro College Fund (UNCF), President Frazier served on the UNCF board of directors throughout her term. Congresswoman Johnson is widely recognized as one of the most effective legislators in Congress, credited with authoring and co-authoring more than 177 bills that were passed by the House and Senate and signed into law by the president. Since the early age of eight, this national president was at the nations podiums as a gifted child prodigy, speaking to large audiences in an oratorical, persuasive and motivational style. In addition to awards and commendations in her profession and recognition for her unparalleled contributions to The Links, Wright served as first national president of Jack and Jill. Among the boards on which Dr. Glover has served are Pinnacle Financial Partners, First Guaranty Bancshares, The Lenox Group, and Citigroup-Student Loan Corporation. While in Liberia, she lectured at the Universities of Monrovia and Liberia, and five other educational and/or community groups. In 2006, she was named a History Maker by The HistoryMakers (thehistorymakers.com), a national African American historical registry which is housed in United States Library of Congress. She has been a member of the chapters International Trends and Services committee, and the Services To Youth committee. Visit Us: Virginia enjoys traveling, reading, tennis and is learning to play golf. She completed the UPENN Equity Institute for Doctoral Students at the Center for the Study of Race and Equity in Education, and is a doctoral candidate in Leadership (Administration and Policy) at The George Washington University. This project was developed as part of the continuing effort of The Links, and other organizations of concerned women, to respond to the need for prevention and treatment of delinquency among female juveniles. She is also a graduate of Georgias Regional Leadership Institute, Leadership Atlanta, Leadership Gwinnett and Graduate of Harvard Non-Profit Leadership Program. and a Ph.D. in anthropology with a specialization in African Studies from Northwestern University. Academy of Game Changers, Spelman College A native of Chicago, Illinois, Esi graduated from Dartmouth College in Hanover, New Hampshire with a Bachelor of Arts in Engineering Sciences. After majoring in English at the University of Pennsylvania, she began her career as a teacher in the Philadelphia high schools. Torchbearer Award, United Negro College Fund Gwendolyn B. Lee has more than 38 years experience in secondary education. She was a member of the Eastern Arts Association, the National Arts Association, and the New Jersey Teachers Association. The Tucson (AZ) Link members, Please login. 1953-1957. Rep. Demings shared a two-room home in Jacksonville, Florida with her six older siblings. She was national director of this program area from 1962 to 1967 and again from 1969 to 1970, before the national and international facets were separated. Beamon was a dedicated community worker, serving on many boards including the Child Guidance Home, the Childrens Theater, the Community Chest of Greater Cincinnati and the Cincinnati Urban League. JOY was named the 6th fastest growing agency of 2019 by Adweek, and recently won the 2019 SABRE Award for the Best Campaign for Dove/The CROWN Act. During almost forty years of service, she touched the lives of countless students whom she inspired to aim for higher goals. She has held four national offices; national member-at-large (1986-1990), National Nominating Committee chair (1990-1994), national recording secretary (1998-2002), and national vice president (2002-2006). Rep. Demings got her first job at age 14. In Philadelphia, she attended Reeves Memorial Church and was active in the Hostess Club and the Sponsors Club. She also serves on the Bowling Green State University (Ohio) Student Affairs Leadership Council. She was subsequently designated as chair of the Civil Service Commission. LINKS provides resources, support and networking opportunities that support country programs for cardiovascular health. An energetic and dynamic leader known for creativity and out-of-the-box thinking, she is consistently recognized for her ability to guide organizations through brand-building excellence, agility and operational discipline in light of competitive pressure and a rapidly-evolving marketplace. Top Influential Women in Corporate America,Savoy Magazine During the first year of the Philadelphia chapters existence, Scott served as vice president and continued to hold this office through 1949 when the nationalization meeting was held. As national president, Ellison continued to utilize her many skills and contacts to implement Links programs and maintain the organizations national visibility. 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. Kelli and her teams have received hundreds of awards, including Emmy, Telly, Promax, BDA, NAMIC, CTAM, CTPAA and NAACP Image Awards for her work. She returned to South Africa as the national president to solidify the construction of the schools and sponsored the South African Chapter of The Links, Incorporated. Edmonds practiced her own philosophy that mass communications were the strongest basis for organizational understanding. As Chairwoman, Congresswoman Jackson Lee supported enhanced technology, better intelligence, increased airplane cargo inspections, increased security for railroads, and implementation of the 9/11 Commission report. Under her leadership, AARP has been recognized as one of the Worlds Most Ethical Companies. In addition to raising academic standards and expectations, Congresswoman Wilson taught her students the power of advocacy. Dr. Newell-Harris added author to her accomplishments having just released her first book entitled, Focus On YOUR BEST HEALTH, which is a smart guide to practical solutions for medical problems faced by healthcare consumers. The Department of Justice grant will bolster the Miami-Dade Police Departments ability to combat crime and violence and make the area a safer place to live, work, and raise families. 1st National President and Co-Founder Philadelphia (PA) Chapter 1949-1953. Ultimately, she was to become the first Black woman to be named employee relations officer at the Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) as well as the first Black woman to serve as director of personnel for a federal agency. It also highlighted the lawmakers ability to successfully work across party lines. She is a charter member of the South Suburban Chicago (IL) Chapter located in the Central Area. Lets pay it forward my Sisters! The Constitution and Bylaws, and rituals were circulated in their revised formats, and a membership directorythe most comprehensive and detailed ever published by The Links, or any similar groupwas completed and distributed to each Links member. In 1983, in her home church, she exchanged wedding vows with Rev. As a Rosenwald fellow at New York University, Link Beamon pursued her life-long interest in developing positive educational programs for inner-city children. In her published work, speeches, and community service, she often speaks to issues of racial, gender, and other systems of inequality. As a professional historian, Edmonds never lets the group forget its obligation to its own heritage. from the University of Virginia Law School. At a testimonial marking her retirement after 25 years of service to the Cincinnati public schools, the superintendent cited her distinguished record and praised her ability to recognize, develop, and inspire leadership skill and ability. Master Innovator,Smart Business NetworkMagazine The Links is an international, not-for-profit corporation, established in 1946. and is a proud graduate of Howard University. She continues in that position. From 2011 to 2018, she served as the Science, Space and Technology Committees first African-American and first female Ranking Member. Business Person of the Year, National Black MBA, Cleveland Chapter Number of documented service hours members contribute annually, The HeartLinks signature program encourages Links members and the communities we serve to take an aggressive stance against heart disease, the number one killer of African American women. Calling upon these experiences during her first term as The Links national president, Purnell directed moving the national headquarters into larger, more suitable accommodations. The municipality comprises the towns of Oudenaken, Ruisbroek, Sint-Laureins-Berchem, Sint-Pieters-Leeuw proper and Vlezenbeek.Sint-Pieters-Leeuw is located just outside the Brussels-Capital . Since assuming the leadership helm at TSU in 2013, the University has attained increases in academic program offerings, corporate and community partnerships, as well as alumni giving. With a keen awareness of the need for the African-American community to develop an appreciation and involvement in the more traditionally classical art forms, she was a leader in developing an African-American awareness program for the Seattle Opera. A former member who forfeited her membership for non-payment of dues and applies for reinstatement within two (2) years of her forfeiture, shall be reinstated upon. She is married to Dr. Elwyn Lee who is also a Yale Graduate and an Administrator at the University of Houston. She represents the 18th Congressional District of Texas, centered in Houston, which is the energy capital of the world. As Senator, Vice President Harris championed legislation to reform cash bail, combat hunger, provide rent relief, improve maternal health care, and address the climate crisis as a member of the Senate Committee on Environment and Public Works. In addition to her college work at Howard University where she was elected to Beta Kappa Chi National Honorary Scientific Society, Ellison attended the Georgetown University School of Foreign Service. She has a long-standing reputation for providing excellent constituent services to the people who elected her. Kornisha also served as the 2015-2017 Southeastern Regional Secretary, Regional Nominating Committee member for 2 terms, and as Regional Chair of Rules and Regulations. The Smiths have two married children: son Brian (Rashan Ali) Smith, daughter Stacy (Dr. Jason) Frazier, and five grandchildren. Successfully pushed for the creation of 75 new liquor licenses, 80% dedicated to disenfranchised neighborhoods, resulting in the creation of dozens of new restaurants and hundreds of jobs in local Boston communities. $49,999 Average income of people served during 2018-2020 program years International Trends and Services During her tenure in the Ohio House, she rose to become the first female Democratic House Leader in Ohios history and was instrumental in spearheading and enacting legislation to require financial literacy in Ohios public school curriculum, to expand STEM education, and to secure funds to help under- and uninsured women access breast and cervical cancer treatment.
