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100 Black Women of SF Honors Leaders at Golden Girls Tea

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11 years ago

March 3, 2014

High above the San Francisco skyline, the National Coalition of 100 Black Women San Francisco chapter hosted its annual “Golden Girls ‘ Bridging the Generations Hats and Gloves Tea,” Saturday, March 1, at the Fairmont Hotel’s Crown Room.

There was no shortage of rhinestone and ribbon accented hats, arm-length gloves and women in their Sunday best overlooking the sweeping views at the top of Nob Hill.

Guests reunited with friends, bid on silent auction items and dined on petite pastries with select teas, as they gathered around tables, wearing glamorous hats.

Now in its ninth year, 100 Black Women kicked off Women’s History Month by honoring eight Bay Area women of distinction at the event, emceed by Broadcaster Rosie Lee Allen and featuring a keynote address by Golden Girl Award recipient Lenora Bryant.

Bryant, who marched with Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., told how acts of courage by her and others during “Blood Sunday” in Alabama contributed to the movement that led to the passage of the the Voting Rights Act.

“I’m proud to have lived long enough to see how we’ve made it from the back of the bus to the front of the White House,” said Bryant, who was presented a special certificate of recognition by David Chiu president of the San Francisco president of the Board of Supervisors.

Other honorees included Kimberly Bryant, executive director of Black Girls Code, recipient of the Entrepreneur Award. “Legacy is bearing the fruit for the Kingdom of God,” said Bryant who has led programs for girls in technology

Bettie Hodges, presented with the Community Services Award for her work with The Hannah Project, believes that giving back is a calling. “He who believes in freedom cannot rest until it is won,” she said of her work with underserved children in Marin City.

Chief Nursing Officer UCSF Medical Center & UCSF Benioff Children’s Hospital Sheila Antrum, received the Trail Blazer Award.

Also recognized was chair of African Studies at San Francisco State, Dr. Dorothy J. Tsuruta, who joked that her thank you list was long enough to need “that academy award music” to be scooted off stage.

“I’m grateful to be recognized and have worked not for awards, but to make a contribution that nurtures the entire student,” she said, receiving the Education Award.

Teveia Barnes, executive director of the California Infrastructure and Economic Development Bank – IBank, awarded for Advocacy, said she chose a career guided by her beliefs.

Gloria Brown, founder of the African American Community Health Advisory Committee, accepted the Health Award.

Christine Harris, president of the Board San Francisco Jazz Heritage Society, was honored in the area of the Arts.

“These women are outstanding and are great contributors to our community,” said 100 Black Women chapter President Maxine Hickman.

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LIVE! — TOWN HALL ON RACISM AND ITS IMPACT — THURS. 11.14.24 5PM PST

Join us for a LIVE Virtual Town Hall on the Impact of Racism hosted by Post News Group Journalist Carla Thomas and featuring Oakland, CA NAACP President Cynthia Adams & other Special Guests.
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• Since the pandemic, what battles have the NAACP fought nationally, and how have they impacted us locally?
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The printed Weekly Edition of the Oakland Post: Week of November 6 – 12, 2024

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NAACP California-Hawaii State Convention Highlights Black Voter Engagement, and More

A Friday panel featuring NAACP Chairman Leon W. Russell and Regina Wilson, Executive Director of California Black Media, examined Project 2025, an initiative perceived as a potential threat to civil rights, healthcare access, and environmental protection. This session emphasized Project 2025’s projected impact on Black communities, noting that policies within the initiative could diminish gains in civil and environmental rights over decades. Russell and Wilson highlighted the need for vigilant monitoring and community mobilization to address these challenges.

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NAACP State Conference President Rick Callender (right) engages in a discussion on voter engagement and community advocacy with NAACP President and CEO Derrick Johnson during the 37th NAACP California-Hawaii State Convention in Los Angeles. Photo by Rich Woods.

By Bo Tefu, California Black Media

The 37th NAACP California-Hawaii State Convention concluded on Sunday, Oct 27, following four days of discussions and workshops at the Los Angeles Airport Marriott. Bringing together civil rights leaders, policymakers, and advocates from California and Hawaii, the convention operated under the theme “All In.” The participants discussed critical issues impacting Black communities, including criminal justice reform, health equity, economic empowerment, education, environmental justice, and voting rights.

On Saturday, the President’s Fireside Chat brought together NAACP President Derrick Johnson and CA/HI State Conference President Rick Callender, who discussed the urgency of voter engagement and community advocacy.

Guest speakers included Congresswoman Maxine Waters (D-CA-43), who spoke at the Women in NAACP (WIN) Labor Luncheon about the intersection of labor rights and civil rights. California State Superintendent Tony Thurmond delivered remarks at the Leadership Dinner on education equity, focusing on policies to ensure all students have access to high-quality education.

Honors were given to longtime social justice advocate and former Assemblymember Mike Davis for his work in community activism. At the same time, actor and activist Danny Glover and the Rev. Dr. Amos C. Brown received the 2024 Legacy Hall of Fame Awards, recognizing their lifelong commitments to advancing civil rights.

The convention also offered practical workshops, including “What’s On Your Ballot?,” where coalition leaders provided analyses of California propositions, explaining their potential impacts on community rights and resources. The Voter Turnout Workshop provided background and encouraged participants to promote voter turnout through community-centered outreach strategies.

Sunday’s events closed with a Prayer and Memorial Breakfast honoring the contributions of past and current civil rights leaders.