NC100BW NOVA Chapter 38th Annual Advocacy Forum

38th Annual Advocacy and Public Policy Forum

The National Coalition of 100 Black Women, Inc., Northern Virginia Chapter (NCBW NOVA) proudly announces the 38th Annual Advocacy and Public Policy Forum, a signature event for our community. Please join us Saturday, November 16, 2024, from 11:00 am to 2:00 pm at the Springfield Hilton located at 6550 Loisdale Road, Springfield, VA 22150. The doors will open at 10:00 am.

This year’s theme, “Safeguarding Our Democracy: The Black Woman’s Vote Matters” (Post 2024 Presidential election and the 2025 Commonwealth of Virginia election), is a powerful call to action. It underscores the crucial role of the Black woman's vote in shaping our democracy, inspiring us all to participate and make a difference. The Annual Advocacy and Public Policy Forum brings to the forefront issues that are critical to our community.

Mrs. Michelle M. Spady, Past NCBW NOVA Chapter President, (1998-2002; 2004-2006) is our Mistress of Ceremonies and will energize our guests with her commentary.

Our participants are:

KEYNOTE SPEAKER: Ms. Melanie L. Campbell, President/CEO, National Coalition on Black Civic Participation, Convener, Black Women’s Roundtable

MODERATOR: Dr. Wes Bellamy, Chairman, Department of Political Science and Public Administration, Executive Director of The John Mercer Langston Institute, Virginia State University

PANELISTS:

· Mr. Cozy Bailey, Chair, Commonwealth of Virginia African American Advisory Board (VAAAB), and President of the State of Virginia (Prince William County Branch) National Association of the Advancement of Colored People

· Ms. Jessica Fulton, Vice President of Policy, Joint Center for Political and Economic Studies, Washington, DC

· Dr. Keneshia Grant, Associate Professor of Political Science, Howard University, Washington, DC

This year’s entertainment will be none other than Mr. Saleem Wayne “Mystical” Waters, composer, arranger, and multi-instrumentalist musician.

Tickets Information:

Eventbrite will go live to purchase tickets on August 15, 2024

Early Bird discount on tickets purchased between August 15 to September 15, 2024, is $90.00 plus Eventbrite fees.

Table of 8 guests - $720.00 plus EventBrite fees

General Admission tickets after September 15 to November 2, 2024, will be $100.00 plus EventBrite fees.

Table of 8 guests - $800.00 plus EventBrite Fees

Proceeds from the event will support the NCBW NOVA Chapter’s programmatic initiatives and scholarship program.

For additional information, please email your questions to: [email protected].

Sheila J. Bryant, Chair, 38th Annual Advocacy and Public Policy Forum

The National Coalition of 100 Black Women, Inc. (NCBW) is a 501(c) (3) tax-exempt, non-partisan network of women committed to sharing, promoting, and helping others achieve success. NCBW Northern VA Chapter is a nonprofit organization under section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code and a portion of your donation may be tax deductible. Please consult your tax advisor to determine the deductibility of this contribution.

Event Venue & Nearby Stays

Hilton Springfield, 6550 Loisdale Road, Springfield, United States