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Women of Color in Community Development, or WCCD, was organized in 2008 by founders, Lisa Hall, Susan Jones, Lessie Powell Evans, and Oramenta Newsome to offer a forum where women of color in fields related to community and economic development could be highlighted and celebrated for their professional achievements. Since 2008, WCCD has grown from an informal network to a membership organization and has continued to strengthen its mission of supporting the personal, educational and professional development of women of color engaged in fields related to community and economic development. WCCD members enjoy this supportive professional network through regularly scheduled professional development events, panel discussions, mentoring, networking sessions and social gatherings, which further promote the personal and professional advancement of women of color in the field.

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WCCD members enjoy a supportive professional network that promotes personal and professional advancement through regularly scheduled professional development events, panel discussions, mentoring, networking sessions and social gatherings.

Attend an Upcoming WCCD Event

Attend a professional development seminar, networking event or social gathering to cultivate and expand relationships with women who represent various sectors in the community development industry.

WCCD and Community Development Events

Book Discussion and Book Signing | The Strong Black Woman: How a Myth Endangers the Physical and Mental Health of Black Women

June 14, 2022 | 6:00 – 8:00 p.m. | IN PERSON, 609 H St. NE Washington D. C. 20002. Join the Women of Color in Community Development for a conversation with the award-winning author Marita Golden as we discuss her new book, The Strong Black Woman: How a Myth Endangers the Physical and Mental Health of Black Women. In her new book, author Marita Golden writes about her own journey from Strong Black Woman to the New Age Strong Black Woman who prioritizes self-care. Colorism, mental health, rape culture, how and why Black women fail to grieve and the stories that Black women rely on to heal are among the topics covered in this book, which adds to the evolving public discourse about Black women’s health. Register today to reserve your space for this dynamic discussion and our return to in-person events!

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Virtual Webcast | Boards - How to Become a Board Member or How to Recruit Board Members

September 8, 2022 | 12:00 – 1:30 p.m. EDT | Virtual Webcast The Women of Color in Community Development invites you to a workshop on Seeking a Board Position or Seeking a Member for a Board Position.

So You Want to Join a Nonprofit Board or you want to recruit a new board member for your organization? This presentation will focus on the "who, what, why, when and hows" of nonprofit board membership. It will explore the questions potential board members should ask before joining a board, such as 1) what should potential board members look for to make sure they would be successful and have a positive experience, and 2) what are the expectations of board members? And it will focus on how potential board members can use LinkedIn to gather information to find the right organizations to join and how to be better candidates.

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Entrust Black Women | Elevate Your Brand Using LinkedIn

April 21, 2022 | 12:00 – 1:30 p.m. | Virtual Webcast What is your branding? Some people say it’s what other people say about you when you leave the room. Ultimately, your personal brand is what sets you apart: What...R

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March 9 from 10:00 am – 11:30 am JOIN US! CNHED is partnering with the Deputy Mayor of Planning and Economic Development (DMPED) for an informational briefing about the Neighborhood Prosperity Fund (NPF). Participating on the panel are Alexander Justice...

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