NCNW STATE & SECTION NEWS ALTON SECTION The Alton Section announces its Hazel Killion Scholarship. This is a $1,000 academic scholarship to a graduate of Alton High School, Marquette Catholic High School or Mississippi Valley, to matriculate as a full-time student at an institution of higher learning in Illinois. On March 20, 2021, in honor of our Past National President, Dorothy I. Height, the Alton Section wore hats and pearls to our March Membership Meeting.
If you are interested in joining our sisterhood, please join us on the 3rd Thursday of each month. Email: altonsection@gmail.com or www.facebook.com/Altoninc/
BREVARD COUNTY SECTION The National Council of Negro Women Inc. Brevard County (Florida) Section is celebrating its one-year anniversary as a Section. The Section was chartered on March 27, 2020 with 43 members, under the leadership of Florida State Coalition President, Ms. Tee Solomon. As an interest group, the members sprang into action participating in community service projects: Stone Magnet Middle School: their Family STEAM Night and Gopher Market Donation drive. Red Ribbon Campaign Brevard County drug prevention program for teens. Virtual voter education workshop in partnership with the League of Women Voters in the Space Coast, providing information on upcoming Florida ballot amendments. “Health is Wealth” virtual challenge, tasking the community to walk/run and post their pictures on social media, showcasing healthy habits and activities.
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Throughout the pandemic, the Section continues to identify creative ways to keep Dr. Bethune’s vision lifted. Through virtual meetings, events, and social media challenges, NCNW Brevard is continually establishing its presence in Florida’s Space Coast. – Sister Khalilah Escalera
