The National Organization for African-American Women was created to address issues central to the condition of women of color in America. It is the mission of this organization to redefine best practices that will lead to economic, social, and political empowerment to all women of color. Our advocacy and outreach includes health awareness, education, law, mental health, financial empowerment, and increased political involvement.
Organization Goals
- Attain gender equality
- Document achievements of African-American women
- Promote issues that address social change
- Foster a sense of ethnic and gender pride
- Focus on gender relations
- Mobilize women to connect with various aspects of social, political and economic life
- Encourage public service and political change