A Message from the President

Welcome to National Coalition of 100 Black Women Inc., Oakland Bay Area Chapter (OBAC) website. I am chapter president Barbara Williams.

 

Since its inception in 1995, OBAC members is committed to delivering innovative programs and initiatives to positively change the lives of women and girls throughout the Bay Area, making our communities a better place for all.

 

For the year of 2008 we have raised the bar of expectations. In order to positively impact more lives, we need your help.

 

With your partnership we can continue to:

 

  • Nourish dream through our Working Women and Youth Scholarships programs.

 

  • Partner with community organizations to prevent and eliminate HIV/AIDS through our Sistah’s Getting Real about HIV and AIDS programs. HIV/AIDS is the leading cause of death among African-American women ages 35-34 and HIV is the fourth leading cause of death among all women aged 35-44.

 

  • Sustain safe heavens for all ages through our Community Grants Programs.

 

  • Enable tomorrow’s leaders today through our Positive Steps Mentoring Program. Our Positive Steps program allows us to develop and empower teenaged girls ages 12-17 with leadership, social advocacy, science and technology and decision-making. Allowing them to grow strong and develop into healthy, self-assure young women.

 

  • Identify and recognize women trailblazers, liberators, advocates and visionaries who have gone above and beyond in serving their communities, laying the groundwork for a powerful legacy.

 

However, there is still much work to be done. Please take the time to explore our website and learn more about how you can support our chapter’s initiatives.

 

The coalition knows that without the spirit of your generosity our growth would not be possible. Let’s work together in transforming the lives of women and girls ensuring that none are left behind.

 

On behalf of the National Coalition of 100 Black Women Inc., Oakland Bay Area Chapter, I sincerely want to thank all of our wonderful members, supporters, volunteers and sponsors for their continued support.

 

Sincerely,

Barbara Williams, President

NCBW/OBAC

 

 

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