Her husband, Bishop E. Earl McCloud, Jr., is now the 127th elected and consecrated Bishop of the African Methodist Episcopal Church, and the Presiding Bishop of the 14th Episcopal District of the AME Church, Liberia, Nigeria, Ghana, Sierra Leone, Togo / Benin. In her first speech, she spoke out on behalf of immigrants and refugees who were then under attack. In 1983, Frazier received the Master of Business Administration degree from the University of Miami. She served as President and Chairman of the Board of the Seattle First Baptist Church Corporation; member of the Board of Managers of the American Baptist Foreign Mission Society and president of the women of her church. 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. Sarah Strickland Scott 2. 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. Stratton has one daughter, Meryle Anne (Billie) Manigault, M.D., who practices in Germany. 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. She authored many projects and initiatives and was the recipient of the U.S. Secretary of Education Exemplary Initiative Award. She has received citations from her Alma Mater for distinguished service and from her church for outstanding church leadership. The following divisions comprise the Office of the Sergeant at Arms: Grandmother of Juneteenth, Social Impact Leader. Congresswoman Johnson had the honor to serve as Chair of theCongressional Black Caucusduring the 107th Congress. 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. Congresswoman Sheila Jackson Lee earned a B.A. She currently lives with her family in New York City. International Grand Basileus, Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority, Inc. Rasheeda S. Liberty was elected the 25th International Grand Basileus of Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority, Inc., during the 58th Biennial Boule on July 31, 2020. Julia Brogdon-Powell 8. Rasheeda S. Liberty also serves as a regional finance director for Amazon. 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. Diversity and Inclusion Award, Murtis Taylor Human Services System Other institutions include her alma-mater, Ohio State University, Massachusetts Institute of Technology; Harvard University, Radcliffe College and Western Michigan University. In 1997, President Bill Clinton honored the program, which today serves more than 8,000 students each year, with the Teaching Example for the Nation Award at the Summit for Americas Future. 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. She was the mother of two sons, Frederick, Jr., and Bruce Rosell Hawkins. During this same period, Ellison was also pursuing her community interest in young people by founding the Northern Virginia Chapter of Jack and Jill and serving on the board of directors of Burgundy Farm Country Day School and the United Way. 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. This is our real challenge, said Marion Sutherland as she chose for her theme, Cherishing the Past-Cultivating the Present-Creating the Future. In recognition of her services as a consummate volunteer who had dedicated her life to giving service to mankind, The Honorable Norman B. It also highlighted the lawmakers ability to successfully work across party lines. She also served as the organizations elected National First Vice President, National Secretary and was previously employed as Delta Sigma Thetas Executive Director leading their headquarters business function. Congresswoman Jackson Lee is also the past Chairwoman of theHomeland Security Subcommittee on Transportation Security and Infrastructure Protectionwhich under her leadership she passed the Transportation Security Act of 2007 which increased the funding for Americas transportation security. She is married to Dr. Elwyn Lee who is also a Yale Graduate and an Administrator at the University of Houston. Scott, through the years, had continually admonished Link members to love each other and to work for the common causes in American lifewith emphasis upon the needs of Black American. After the ceremony, Philadelphia area Links were hostesses for a beautiful friendship reunion. Their client list includes Dove, WW (formerly Weight Watchers), Tory Burch, Unilever, AARP, Coca Cola, Williams-Sonoma, among others. Her vision, education, employment, experiences, training and proven track record of accomplishment set the stage for success. Congresswoman Wilson understands Congress role as a global leader in human and civil rights and has led its efforts to fight for the safe return of the 219 Nigerian schoolgirls still missing since their June 2014 abduction by Boko Haram and to aid in the defeat of the terrorist group. 66.). The chapter establishment officer was . Dolly Adams 9. 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. Washington, DC Dr. Kimberly Jeffries Leonard has been elected the 17th president of The Links, Incorporated. Duties include overseeing the House floor and galleries, the House Appointments Desk, the House garages and parking lots, as well as administering all staff identification badges. She served on the Historic & Cultural Landmarks Commission, AIDS Outreach committee, Evans Avenue Business Association, Good Samaritans, and Riverside Neighborhood Advisory Council. She made significant changes in the traditional Assembly program format and pushed the international character of the group. She has several decades of active membership and involvement in many civic and community organizations. Her professional caption is appropriate, for she is, a visual speaking experience. After consistent development and expansion, Russell-McClouds analytical ability to substantively address issues, including achieving excellence, hot topics in education, leadership, womens issues, workplace diversity and inclusion, implicit bias and change, among others, has made her a speaker of choice. She is a member of the Advisory Boards of WHMM-TV in Washington, D.C. and the African-American Institute in New York City. She'll coordinate the different Cabinet . She served as national president of The Links, Incorporated and The Links Foundation, Incorporated and is the immediate past chair of the board of directors of Imani Community Church. She has amassed over 25 years of success in the academic and business arenas. Dorothy Bell Wright is a native of Philadelphia. The 11th national president, Patricia Russell-McCloud took the helm of leadership for The Links, Incorporated in 1994 with the anticipation of definitive outcomes for the organizations 21st century readiness. She has also held leadership roles in a number of professional organizations, including the Association of Art Museums Directors where she served as the president and she co-led the American Alliance Museums Working Group on diversity, equity, accessibility and inclusion. 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. Throughout her career, the Vice President has been guided by the words she spoke the first time she stood up in court: Kamala Harris, for the people. Honorary Doctorate of Humane Letters, Cuyahoga Community College 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. Alumni of the Year, Hampton University, 2013 Her life was a series of firstsshe was the first Black woman appointed to the Lynchburg School Board in 1971; she was the first Black elected president-of the Southern Regional School Boards Association in 1974; and she became the first woman rector of the Board of Visitors at Norfolk State University in 1976. Seeds of national programs were carefully nurtured during her tenure, and because of the rapid increase in the number of chapters, certain areas were reorganized. She is a member of the Potomac (VA) Chapter of The Links, Incorporated, and was its organizer and chartering president. 100 Most Powerful Women in Cleveland,New Cleveland WomanMagazine Recently she was on the board of Marthas Table, a nonprofit that supports children, families and communities in Washington, D. C. through quality education, healthy food and community support. 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. At the age of eighteen, she received a Bachelor of Arts degree from Fordham University where she majored in child psychology with a minor in theater and drama. At a young age, she moved to Washington, D.C. where she attended Miner Normal School and Howard University. Over our 75-year history, 17 trailblazing women have served at the helm of The Links, Incorporated. In the same year, she formed her now internationally recognized company, Russell-McCloud & Associates, as a professional orator and trainer. Ellison received her M.P.A degree from the American University School of Government and Public Administration in Washington and was elected to Pi Alpha Honorary Society. Her husband, Ronald Eugene Frazier, is an Architect and Urban Planner whose independent firm is one of the best known in this field. As a corporate manager, Smith spent 18 years in leadership positions with AT&T (Southern Bell) implementing innovative business processes during her tenure. She attended the School of Accounts and Finance of the University of Pennsylvania, and served as an accountant, auditor, and equal employment counselor for the Internal Revenue Service, and as a bank director and corporate secretary. She joined the staff of the University of Miami Hospitals and Clinics in 1970 as senior pharmacist and in 1973 became director of pharmacy for the university hospitals and clinics. Margot James Copeland, Director of Philanthropy and Civic Engagement If Not Now, When? recorded in the Congressional Record of the United States (H366l), May l4, 1980; awarded more than 300 keys to American cities; participant in the Friendship Force, a good will tour of Mexico during the Carter Administration; participant in the American-Jewish Committee sponsorship of ten American women of national acclaim on a human relations trip to Israel; featured in theBlack Enterprise Magazineas being one of the Top Five Business Motivators in America;ESSENCEMagazine,EBONYMagazine, andAtlanta Good Life. Dr. Lee currently serves as a Leadership Coach for New Leaders for New Schools. Georgia, convened (by Past National President Dolly Adams) to develop strategies to support the 1990 Civil Rights Restoration legislation. During Purnells term, updated Orientation Manuals for chapter presidents, area directors, chapter programs, personnel, as well as the Manual of Procedures were completed. Edmonds served as Alternate-Delegate to the 1970 General Assembly of the United Nations. Coalition of 100 Black Women, Community Service Award She is a graduate of Florida A&M University, earning a Bachelor of Science in Home Economics in 1964; Iowa State University, Earning a Masters of Science in Clothing and Textiles in 1968; and University of Maryland-College Park, earning a Doctor of Philosophy in Home Economics Education and Administration in 1974. Hawkins was elected second national president of The Links at the fifth Assembly in Buffalo in 1953. The Links, Incorporated, organization of African American women founded in 1946 that is devoted to strengthening African American communities through fund-raising, education, advocacy, and volunteering. Formerly, Copeland served as Chief Diversity Officer at Key and under her leadership Key was consistently ranked as a Top 50 or Most Noteworthy Company for Diversity by DiversityInc. 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. The annual conference affords young scholars opportunity to present and critique their ongoing research. With her parents proudly at her side, she received a B.S. This talented, creative woman not only served as the first president of the founding chapter, but she designed the Links bracelet. degree with a major in history from Morgan State College in Baltimore, and M.A. In 2020, she broke another glass ceiling and continued her career as a guardian of the law when she became one of the first women and one of the first Black Americans to prosecute a presidential impeachment before the U.S. Senate. In 1972, she became the first nurse ever elected to the Texas State House and achieved that that same distinction upon her election to the Texas Senate in 1986. To further this understanding, she developed the Assembly workbook distributed in advance to each Assembly delegate and the complete national roster. During her tenure as head of marketing, communications, creative services, and events for BET Networks, Kelli led all event-related elements of all of the biggest tentpole events in the country, including the BET Awards, Celebration of Gospel, Hip Hop Awards, BET Honors, and more. Congresswoman Beatty is active in The Links, Incorporated, Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc., National Coalition of 100 Black Women, Columbus Urban League, The American Heart Associationwhere she previously served on the boardand numerous other organizations. Prior to this, Major General Walker was the 23rd Commanding General of the District of Columbia Army and Air Force National Guard. 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. In 2015, Beatty also introduced theHousing Financial Literacy Act of 2015to improve first-time homebuyers financial knowledge by providing a discount on Federal Housing Administration (FHA) backed mortgage insurance premiums upon successful completion of a HUD certified housing counseling course. She was a member of Jack and Jill, the Mothers Study Club, Matinee Ensemble, and the Bryn Mawr School and Home Group. She has served as newsletter editor for Church Women United; as consultant and Speaker for The World Federation of Methodist Women; and as a member of the board of directors, UNCF. . Take charge of your health is her motto. Stratton was a member of the Hostesses, the Sunday Niters, Friends of Fellowship, the Mothers Study Club, Book and Theater, Bidders, and Jack and Jill. She was active in Jack and Jill and served a term as national president of that organization. Through her boundless energy and her skillful leadership, the members rallied to pay for the building in full, and to fund an endowment to protect its future. It is one of the most ethnically and culturally diverse districts in the nation and includes parts of northwest Miami-Dade and southern Broward counties. Scott composed the organizations pledge, a promise to support the organization, which members make. 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. Campbell was educated at the Johns Hopkins University (MS), and the University of Florida (BS). 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. 1905. 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. She has also received honorary degrees from Wilberforce University in Ohio and Livingston College in North Carolina. Frazier, the daughter of Fran Chambers, is the first Heir-o-Link to fill this position. In 2010, Vice President Harris was elected Californias Attorney General and oversaw the largest state justice department in the United States. Today, she works on the House Judiciary, Homeland Security, and Intelligence Committees. A recipient of numerous honors and awards, Smith was named 2020 Georgia Outstanding Individual by Georgia General Assembly and the LEAD360 business organizations Executive of the Year for 2020-21. 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. Her professional career was education. Her undergraduate studies were at Kentucky State College, Frankfort, Kentucky, after which she attended an intensive study program, sponsored by the Council for Legal Educational Program, Harvard University, Cambridge, MA, and matriculated for her Jurist Doctorate degree at Howard University School of Law, Washington, D.C. Memorial Services were held on Friday, July 15, at the Port of History Museum in Philadelphia. 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