About Us
Our History
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Founded in 1981, the National Coalition of 100 Black Women (NCBW) is a non-profit organization whose existence came about because of 24 Black women who began meeting in their homes to assess the problems and opportunities left behind in the wake of the turbulent 1960s. Persistently working together to master the causes of the issues that affected their families, communities and themselves, they reached out to other Black women with similar issues and eventually mobilized together as a visible force of influence promoting gender and racial equity.
Today, NCBW consists of thousands of progressive women of African descent who represent 63 chapters in 25 states and the District of Columbia, and whose commitment to gender equity and socioeconomic advancement drives meaningful change to benefit women of color. It's mission is to advocate on behalf of women of color through national and local actions and strategic alliances that promote the NCBW agenda on leadership development and gender equity in the areas of health, education, and economic empowerment.
Our Mission
The National Coalition of 100 Black Women Houston Metropolitan Chapter advocates on behalf of black women and girls to promote leadership development and gender equity in health, education, and economic development.
Chapter History
The journey to charter began on July 17, 2018. Seven women met with National President, Virginia W. Harris, in Houston, TX at an NCBW interest meeting. There, they learned more about this unique and revolutionary organization. They agreed to form an interest group to officially bring NCBW to Houston. However, all great journeys are not without its setbacks.
Of the seven original women who attended the interest meeting, only three (Junelle Berry, Madonna Long and Chantelle Jones), agreed to move forward on the NCBW journey. Berry, Long, and Jones were determined to press onward and continue the path of identifying other dynamic and dedicated women who were passionate about advocating for Black women and girls in the Houston area. While they encountered many who wanted to be a part of something great, it was only, “The Fantastic 49,” that would execute this vision. A vision to create and sustain a legacy that would advocate and create a world that is far more equitable, accessible, and respectable for black women and girls.
The original charter date was June 27, 2020, however, due the unexpected and devastating effects of COVID-19, the date was postponed. However, on October 11th, 2020, “The Fantastic 49,” answered the call of advocacy and sisterhood and moved from an organizing group to officially being The Houston Metropolitan Chapter of the National Coalition of 100 Black Women, Inc.
We are here and ready to impact the Houston Metropolitan are. The time is now, for black women and girls to rise up and demand gender equity and equal access to resources. We are proud of our history but are even more proud of the new journey ahead as the 63rd chapter of the National Coalition of 100 Black women.
Chartering Officers
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Junelle Berry
Madonna Long
Chantelle Jones
Nerissa Perkins
La'Shana Brown
Amanda Roper-Reid
Alicia Grant
Ullanda Fulford
LaSyndria Gnagbe
Joy Malbrough
Chartering Members
Crystal Akah
SaToiya Babineaux
Lindsay Banks
Tamara Bayson
Cealie Benson
Andrea Berry
Carmella Blackshear
Erica Calmes
Robette Carter
Tristesse Casimier
Annette Clarke
Connie Cochran
Shaunte Deckard
Cassandra Dodson
Nikkii Dolce
LaQuita Fowler
Alisha Giles
Alicia Goods
Johnia Henderson
Aaliyah Holiday
Melanie Johnson
Tonya Jones
Tracee Jordan
Nakia Lee
Sparkle Lockett
Jamie Lowe
Courtney Lytle
Demethra Orion
Sharon Perkins
Shartrica Polk
Kisten Rhodes
Faye Rockwell
Tiffany Rogers
LaToria Spikes
Chelsea Sterling
Cynthia Steward
Katrina Tasby
Dana Thompson
Bianka Williams