Her volunteer efforts have earned wide recognition for her as a tireless worker and community leader. Methodist Church. 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. One of the Most Powerful and Influential Women in Ohio,Diversity First Through the years, as the couple moved from the Tenth District, Texas to the Second, Mid-Atlantic States and the District of Columbia, and to the sixth, Georgia, the two have formed a trained, spiritually-oriented working team which has made an indelible imprint on American life wherever they have lived. She has served as Precinct Chair for District 8 for over 30 years, a member of Grandmothers Club, and Ethel Ransom Humanitarian & Cultural Club. 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. In 1970, the 17th National Assembly, meeting in Cincinnati, elected Helen Gray Edmonds of Durham, North Carolina, as the fifth national president. From 1999 thru 2003, during her time as a Special Agent, Campbell served on the Presidential Protection Division assigned to President William J. Clinton and First Lady Hillary R. Clinton and President George W. Bush and First Lady Laura Bush. Helen Grey Edmonds 6. The Links, Incorporated, 30th National Assembly, July 1996: Celebrating 50 Years, 1946-1996 Page: 3 This book is part of the collection entitled: Texas Cultures Online and was provided to The Portal to Texas History by the University of Texas at San Antonio . President Sutherland is a member of the Board of the Seattle Foundation and has served as a trustee of the Seattle Opera Association. After short periods of teaching at Virginia Theological Seminary and College, and at Saint Pauls College in Lawrenceville, she joined the faculty of North Carolina Central University. 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. Concurrently, she served as community advisor to the Northern Virginia Junior League and assisted the county as a member of the Classification and Pay Committee, responsible for advising the county in a comprehensive study and revision of its total classification and pay system for all employees. 00:44. The Links is an international, not-for-profit corporation, established in 1946. Take charge of your health is her motto. A special place in her life and affections was reserved for The Links, Incorporated. Vice President Harris and her sister, Maya Harris, were primarily raised and inspired by their mother, Shyamala Gopalan. She remained an activist in the community, working as a senior aide to Congressman Joseph P. Kennedy II, volunteering for Senator John Kerrys reelection campaign, and working for Senator Kerry for 13 years in a variety of roles, including constituency director and political director. 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. She had one son, Clifton, Jr., and two grandchildren. (This region included eleven states and Puerto-Rico.). As the Ranking Democrat on the Education and Workforce Protections Subcommittee in the 114th Congress, Congresswoman Wilson introduced the American Jobs Act of 2013, an innovative bill that promotes full employment and boosts workforce development opportunities; the Student Loan Borrower Bill of Rights, which would provide vital relief to overburdened student loan borrowers; and the Youth Corp Act of 2013, which reconnects youth with education, the workforce and their communities. The Smiths have two married children: son Brian (Rashan Ali) Smith, daughter Stacy (Dr. Jason) Frazier, and five grandchildren. She believes that the people closest to the pain should be closest to the power and that a diversity of voices in the political process is essential to making policies that benefit more Americans. Biennially, The Links, Incorporated gives an award for outstanding international volunteerism. She holds a BA in English and Philosophy from Spelman College, a Masters in Public Administration from Troy University, and a Juris Doctor from Vermont Law School. Additional career highlights of Dr. Lee are listed below; Gladys Gary Vaughn was the 13th national president of The Links, Incorporated. She holds membership in four other pharmacy-related groups American Society of Hospital Pharmacists, National Pharmaceutical Association, the Pharmacy Advisory Committee, Shared Purchasing Programthe Hospital Consortium, Inc., and the Florida Pharmaceutical Association. Leonard is a member of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc., and joined the organization through the Delta Alpha Chapter at FSU. She urged the creation of organizational archives and the preservation of chapter materials and emphasized the importance of complete records and reports. Her academic areas, Administration and Supervision of Educational Institutions, helped establish the foundation of her life as an educator civic leader churchwoman, wife and mother. And she was the first woman appointed to the board of Coca-Cola Enterprises. a Metallurgical Engineer and a fellow member of the Board of the American Baptist Foreign Mission Society. She also established a new strategic direction and operating structure for AARP Foundation, focusing on change in four critical areas hunger, income, housing, and isolation. She served as president of the Seattle Chapter of Jack and Jill of America, Incorporated, on the Board of Managers of the American Baptist Foreign Mission Society, as chairman of the United Negro College Funds Lou Rawls Parade of Stars Telethons, as president and chairman of the Board of the Seattle First Baptist Church, and as Chairman of the University of Washingtons Educational Opportunity Program. She was a member of the Eastern Arts Association, the National Arts Association, and the New Jersey Teachers Association. Recognizing that business and community prosperity go hand in hand, Copeland leads Keys commitment to transforming and sustaining communities. 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. Also, the Center for Effective Lawmaking, a joint initiative between the University of Virginia and Vanderbilt University, named her the 2nd most effective Democrat in Congress during the 114th Congress, the 15th most effective Democrat in Congress during the 115th Congress, and the most effective Democrat in the Texas delegation during the 115th Congress. Now known as the 5000 Role Models of Excellence Project, the program has flourished and earned much-deserved national acclaim. Her education also includes completing a National Institutes of Minority Health pre-doctoral fellowship at George Washington University Medical School, Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences examining chronic disease and family systems, a National Heart, Lung and Blood Institute post-doctoral fellowship at the Howard University Cancer Center, Division of Epidemiology and Biostatistics studying cardiovascular and cancer epidemiology, and completing the Graduate Summer Program in Epidemiology at Johns Hopkins University School of Hygiene and Public Health. Even when her health failed and she was confined to a nursing home she would call officers and members to talk about Links. Her interest in Black-operated businesses probably reflects the contributions made in this field by her famous family. Ms. Opal stood alongside the president during this historic occasion and received the pen in which he used to sign off on the law. As a guest of the Israeli Government Helen Edmonds participated in the 1971 conference on the Changing Needs in the Education of Women in the Second Development Decade held at Mount Carmel International Center in Haifa, Israel. On August 11, 2020, Vice President Harris accepted President Joe Bidens invitation to become his running mate and help unite the nation. Those organizations include the Salvation Army, Lions, Kiwanis, Optimist Club, The Links, Incorporated and others. President Adams and her husband Bishop John Adams, are the parents of three successful and talented daughters: Gaye Adams-Massey, Esquire, Dr. Jann H. Adams and Madelyn R. Adams. Battey/Wikimedia. She brings to any task given her the traits which characterize her and account for her success. and is a proud graduate of Howard University. At a young age, she moved to Washington, D.C. where she attended Miner Normal School and Howard University. The initiative helps to ensure the girls are not forgotten by maintaining media attention and pressure on U.S. and Nigerian officials to honor their pledge to do all they can to rescue them. 2 answers QUESTION Using complete sentences, describe how the constitutional convention worked to create the Oklahoma Constitution. Campbell was educated at the Johns Hopkins University (MS), and the University of Florida (BS). Smith is a member of Omicron Delta Kappa, Mortar Board and Golden Torch Honor Societies. On June 17, 2021, President Biden passed a bill making Juneteenth a National holiday. Leonard earned a Doctor of Philosophy Degree in Psychology from Howard University and a Master of Science Degree from North Carolina Central University. She is Chair of the House Homeland Security Subcommittee on Emergency Preparedness, Response, and Recovery. She attended elementary and secondary schools in Miami and is a graduate of Howard University in Washington, D.C., where she earned the Bachelor of Science degree in Pharmacy. 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. Dolly Adams 9. Leonard, a Fayetteville native and graduate of Reid Ross High School, has a broad background in public health. Regina Frazier 10. She served as Director and vice president for four years. 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. The following year she was appointed by the U.S. Department of State as Leader-Specialist in the International Education Exchange to Germany, Austria, Denmark, Sweden and France. The following divisions comprise the Office of the Sergeant at Arms: Grandmother of Juneteenth, Social Impact Leader. She'll coordinate the different Cabinet . On the Council, Congresswoman Pressley worked in partnership with residents, advocates, and other elected officials to combat the inequities and disparities facing the community. In May 2015, Congresswoman Wilson was appointed to the advisory council of President Barack Obamas My Brothers Keeper Alliance, a public acknowledgement of the life-changing results for boys and young men of color that she has achieved through the 5000 Role Models of Excellence Project. 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. 4660, an Amendment to the Commerce, Justice, and Science Appropriations Act for Fiscal Year 2015 affirming the authority of the Attorney General to reduce prison overcrowding by developing and implementing lawful policies relating to requests for executive clemency from deserving petitioners. In addition, several members of the chapter served the organization at the area and national levels. Recognized by the NW Georgia YWCA as a Woman of Achievement, she has been listed in both Whos Who Among African Americans and Whos Who in the Southeast. Du Bois, 1918. 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. Dr. Edmonds was the first Black woman to become Dean of a Graduate School of Arts and Sciences in the United States. She has expertise in minority health and behavioral health programs, policies, and related legislation; with subject matter expertise in minority health, HIV/AIDS, substance abuse, cardiovascular disease, health disparities, health care reform, tribal issues, re-entry and criminal justice issues, international behavioral health, co-occurring mental health and trauma, and womens and adolescent services. When she moved to Waco, Texas where there was no chapter, she helped establish the Waco (TX) Chapter. For the past 17 years she has served as National President, First Vice President of Programs, Vice President of Finance and Fund Development, National Treasurer and chaired several national committees. Her last Assembly was the 23rd, in Las Vegas, which she attended in a wheelchair. In her role at the Secret Service she oversaw criminal investigations, presidential protections, science and technology, and special projects. While her granddaughter, Lisa, was a student at this school, Scott served on the schools Executive Council. She is a communicant of St. Augustine P.E. Kelli is also Founder of The SonRise Project, a safe space for parents of children who struggle will mental wellness and addiction issues. The 5000 Role Models of Excellence Project has awarded millions of dollars in college scholarships to help hundreds of young men achieve their dream of earning a college degree or post-secondary certification. Johnnetta Betsch Cole has authored, co-authored and edited several books and numerous articles for scholarly and general audiences. She is well known for her disruptive work on COVERGIRL partnering with unconventional beauty talent (Queen Latifah, Pink, Ellen, Janelle Monae) before their prime, breakthrough new product innovation, and unexpected pop-culture tie-ins partnerships (sports, movies, female empowerment) that fostered record brand love, equity, and sales growth. Kelli and her teams have received hundreds of awards, including Emmy, Telly, Promax, BDA, NAMIC, CTAM, CTPAA and NAACP Image Awards for her work. In her profession as well as in her avocational activities, Scott projected a deep and abiding concern for the well being of young people who needed some direction in their life choices. Marion Minton was also born in Philadelphia and attended the University of Pennsylvania. Educationally, President Harris holds a Masters of Public Administration degree, Bachelor of Business Administration degree, a Certified Internal Auditor and Certified Government Financial Manager. Who are the founders? She was a charter member of the Cincinnati (OH) Chapter and before her election as president in 1962, had served as Central Area director and national vice president. Dr. Newell-Harris is the recipient of the National Medical Associations highest honor, the Scroll of Merit, as well as numerous awards and honors from many organizations including Sigma Pi Phi Fraternity, Incorporated, Jack and Jill of America, Inc., Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity, Bay Area Black United Fund, John Hale Medical Society, and Cinnamongirl, Inc. She is a life member of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated. Marion Schultz-Sutherland Past presidents 11-15 11. Opal Lee was born October 7, 1926 in Marshall, Texas. She has also sponsored legislation to reduce homeowners insurance premiums, protect foster children, and defend Haitian women against gender-based violence. Moreover, she coordinated the changes involved in continuing the shift from voluntary leadership to the current partnership of voluntary elected leaders supported by an expanded professional staff funded by the organization. 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. The wife of Dr. Stephen Stanford, she lived in Morristown, New Jersey. Dr. Newell-Harris has exemplified her exceptional talent to engage audiences in discourses about tough and complicated medical and health topics. Kelli is also Founder of The SonRise Project, a safe space for parents of children who struggle will mental wellness and addiction issues. During her distinguished 27-year career with the Orlando Police Department (OPD), she served in virtually every department, including serving as Commander of the Special Operations. 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. In Philadelphia, she attended Reeves Memorial Church and was active in the Hostess Club and the Sponsors Club. 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. President Frazier has also served as a Preceptor at the College of Pharmacy of the University of Florida, and as a Clinical Field Instructor at the Florida A. and M. University College of Pharmacy in Tallahassee, Florida. 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. Purnells husband Clifton A. Purnell, long-time athletic director at Capitol Senior High School in Baton Rouge, proceeded her in death. Campbell has received numerous awards for her superior and outstanding performance including the George Washington University Public Leadership Award (2015) and the Department of Veterans Affairs Assistant Secretarys Personal Coin and Certificate Award (2015). 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. She was subsequently designated as chair of the Civil Service Commission. Her contributions to The Links, Incorporated was most outstanding. Convened the first listening-only hearing in the Boston City Councils history, where 300 families impacted by gun violence and trauma shared their stories with city officials, Partnered with the National Black Womens Justice Institute, to develop evidence-based research to reform school disciplinary policies that contribute to the school to prison pipeline for black and Latinx girls, and. Vivian Beamom 5. She died in 1973. Her husband became a successful developer of apartment houses and nursing homes in the greater Seattle area, and Link Sutherland became a Nursing Home Administrator. She worked, saved, and with the sacrifice and hard work of her parents became the first in her family to graduate from college. 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