WIN

WIN – Women in the NAACP

Chair: Cassy Williams

WHEREAS, Women in the NAACP (“WIN”) has been an essential part of the NAACP since 1988; and

WHEREAS, WIN has worked tirelessly and faithfully voiced the unique concerns of women serving the NAACP; and

WHEREAS, WIN has helped raise millions of dollars to help support NAACP activities on local, statewide, conference-wide and national levels; and

WHEREAS, WIN’s effectiveness in organizing women to work on behalf of issues of vital concern to the NAACP would be enhanced by creating WIN committees as a standing committee (similar to other NAACP standing committees like legal redress).

THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the NAACP establish, as a standing committee at the local, statewide, conference-wide, and national levels, the “WIN COMMITTEE.”

What is WIN

Women in the NAACP (WIN) is a standing committee and an integral arm of the NAACP dedicated to enhancing the leadership roles of women and advocating for the needs of women and children.

Organized in 1980 by Frances Louise Dancy Hooks and Earleen Bolden, it was formally approved as a national standing committee in 2004. Its mission is captured in its national theme: “Outstretched Hands and Open Hearts to Women and Children.”

Core Objectives

  • Leadership Development: To enhance the leadership roles of women both within the Association and in the broader community.

  • Advocacy: To serve as a vehicle for addressing social, economic, political, educational, and health issues affecting women and girls.

  • Child Development: To advocate for the emotional, mental, physical, and spiritual development of children.

  • Mission Support: To support the ongoing work and civil rights mission of the NAACP and its local units.

Programmatic Focus Areas

WIN committees often focus on specific initiatives such as:

  • Health Awareness: Addressing SIDS, HIV/AIDS, breast cancer, and maternal health.

  • Financial Literacy: Conducting training sessions on economic empowerment and wealth building.

  • Community Support: Adopting women’s shelters, mentoring girls, and providing emergency relief during disasters.

  • Civic Engagement: Supporting voter registration, education, and encouraging women to run for public office.

Membership

WIN membership is open to any bona fide member of the NAACP (regardless of gender) upon payment of the WIN membership fee, which is typically $10.00.

Why Join?

Join the NAACP WIN Committee

Chicago Far-South Suburban Branch

“Outstretched Hands and Open Hearts to Women and Children”

The Women in the NAACP (WIN) Committee is looking for dedicated leaders to help us champion the rights of women and the future of our youth. In the Far-South Suburbs, our voices are essential in the fight for equity, education, and economic justice.

Why Join WIN?

  • Empowerment: Develop your leadership within the oldest and largest civil rights organization in the nation.

  • Advocacy: Shape local policy on issues like maternal health, education funding, and economic empowerment.

  • Mentorship: Help nurture the next generation of civic ambassadors and leaders in our community.

  • Action: Turn passion into progress through community service projects and civic engagement.

Our Current Priorities

  1. Advocacy for Children: Supporting the mental and educational development of our youth.

  2. Women’s Health: Awareness and resource-sharing for health issues affecting Black women.

  3. Economic Strength: Financial literacy and wealth-building workshops.