On Sunday, December 3, 2023, the Dorothy I. Height Quad Counties Section (DIHQCS) of the National Council of Negro Women (NCNW) held its annual Founders Day Program at Mt. Beulah Missionary Baptist Church.
The purpose of the program was to recognize the founders and the mission of NCNW and DIHQCS. Rochelle McGee-Cobbs, Chair of the Ways and Means Committee, gladly shared, “Our mission is to ‘lead, advocate for, and empower women of African descent, their families, and communities. DIHQCS inspires, enlighten, and connects men, women, and children across the world (especially, in four counties of the Delta region—Bolivar, Lefore, Sunflower, and Washington, which we serve)’.”
“Founders Day of DIHQCS gives the community the opportunity to know that we the members of DIHQCS do not just meet twice a month but that we work as a TEAM, Together Everyone Achieves More, to become an active part of the communities that we serve,” said Barbara Jones, President of the organization. The theme of the 2023 Founders Day program was “A Noble Past Shaping a Powerful Future.” Emma Golden, Publicity Chair, voiced, “The theme was selected because NCNW promotes a high social status worthy of dignity, honor, and respect. To have a powerful future, the past must be known, taught, remembered, and celebrated.”
DIHQCS/NCNS is needed in our communities to serve, support, and guide women, their families, and communities. Barbara wants the public to know that “DIHQCS of the NCNW encourages men, women, young adults as well as middle and high school students to join the organization.”
Anyone interested in joining may pick up an application from first vice president Nevonnia Hayes or treasurer Annette Turner. Applications are to be turned in to Annette at DIHQCS of the NCNW, P.O. Box 1145, Indianola, MS 38751.
If you, or someone you know, are interested in making a change or being a part of the change, contact either of the ladies listed above.
