FROM the NYCOBW Leadership |

Greetings!

 

It is with great pleasure that we write to introduce the executive officers who will be serving our distinguished organization for the 2025-2027 term. Following our recent elections, we are proud to announce our leadership team:

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Executive Officers:

• Jamilia Sly, 2nd Vice President

• Maxine Spence, 3rd Vice President

• Danielle Doucette, Treasurer

• Sherry Simmons, Executive Secretary

 

Board Members:

• Laura Green

• Marjorie Phillips

 

As you may have noted, we currently do not have members elected to serve in the positions of President, 1st Vice President, and Financial Secretary. In accordance with our by-laws and to ensure the continued progress of our important work, the four executive officers listed above have collectively assumed the responsibilities typically assigned to these positions. We are committed to providing strong, collaborative leadership during this transitional period while we work to fill these roles. 

 

As we embark on another year of impactful service, the Executive Board is honored to present our priorities for the Coalition’s advancement in 2025. In alignment with our mission to advocate for gender equity, leadership development, and economic empowerment, we propose the following initiatives to strengthen our programs and amplify our influence: 

 

Our Priorities for 2025

In order to ensure maximum participation of all coalition members and in service of continued desire to attract new members, our activities for the year will include: 

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• Hosting 3 Interactive Workshops w/Invited Speakers:

  • Maintaining Your Mental Health (Speaker: Rev. Dr. Zorina Costello)

  • Navigating Technology in the Artificial Intelligence Generation (September 2025; Speaker: TBD)

  • Establishing Partnerships in DEI Advocacy (October 2025; Speaker: TBD)

• 55th Anniversary Luncheon and Fundraiser (November 15, 2025, Location: The Victoria Theater Restaurant)

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In closing, these priorities reflect the executive board’s commitment to advancing the Coalition’s mission and ensuring our programs and initiatives remain at the forefront of advocacy and empowerment. We welcome your feedback and collaboration as we work together to make 2025 a transformative year for the New York Coalition of One Hundred Black Women. 

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We are deeply honored by the trust you have placed in us, and we look forward to serving the Coalition and advancing our shared mission of empowering Black women and girls throughout New York City. 

 

In solidarity,

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​The Executive Board of the New York Coalition of One Hundred Black Women