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Welcome to the National Council of Negro Women North Bronx Section
Dr. Mary McLeod Bethune
Founder
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Dr. Mary McLeod Bethune founded the National Council of Negro Women on December 5, 1935, in New York City. She wanted to encourage the participation of Negro women in civic, political, economic, and educational activities and institutions.
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Dr. Dorothy Irene Height
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President Emerita
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Dr. Dorothy Irene Height was one of the most influential leaders of the National Council of Negro Women (NCNW) and a towering figure in civil rights and women’s rights history. In 1957, Dr. Height was elected President of NCNW, a role she held for 40 years.
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Dr. A. Lois Keith
National Chair
Dr. Keith is a Legacy Life Member and Bethune Achiever and has dedicated much of her life to NCNW’s mission. In 2016 at the NCNW’s 57th National Convention, she was honored to serve as co-chair of this event and was elected to the position of National Vice President.
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Rev. Shavon Arline-Bradley
President & CEO
Rev. Shavon Arline-Bradley is the president and chief executive officer for National Council of Negro Women (NCNW) and brings 21 years of experience in healthcare, diversity, equity, & inclusion (DEII), government affairs, and executive leadership. She is also the founding principal and CEO of R.E.A.C.H. Beyond Solutions, a public health, advocacy, and executive leadership firm promoting DEI, political and organizational strategy, risk management, government affairs, and technical assistance.
NCNW North Bronx Section
President's Message
Welcome
​​Greetings, and thank you for visiting our website. My name is Lisa Dawson, and I have the great honor of serving as the 18th President of the North Bronx National Council of Negro Women (NCNW). Our section has a proud history, founded in May 17, 1967 by the late Daisy George, who laid the foundation for the vital work we continue today.
At NCNW, we are committed to uplifting African-American women and children in the Northeast Bronx community. Through our advocacy, we strive to empower lives and strengthen families by focusing on four core pillars: social and economic justice, health and wellness, voter registration, and S.T.E.A.M. education.
We believe in taking purposeful steps towards meaningful change, and we are deeply engaged in efforts to unite with other community organizations. Together, we can create a stronger, more resilient community today, so that our youth can carry the torch and build an even brighter tomorrow.
I invite you to join us in this mission—whether through participation, collaboration, or simply staying informed. Every effort counts, and together, we can make a lasting difference.
Warmly,
Lisa Dawson
President, NCNW North Bronx Section
Executive Board Members
2024-2026
