Our legacy
Dr. Katrina D. Baptiste - Founder & Chartering President
A Vision Transformed into Advocacy for Southeastern Virginia
In 2024, Dr. Baptiste was introduced to the National Coalition of 100 Black Women, Inc. by her cousin in New Orleans, Louisiana. Inspired by the organization’s powerful legacy of advocacy, leadership, and service, she carried its mission with her. That introduction ultimately sparked a vision to bring the Coalition’s impact to women and girls throughout Southeastern Virginia.
February 25, 2025: The Journey Begins
The story of the Southeastern Virginia Chapter began on February 25, 2025, with a simple inquiry about membership in the National Coalition of 100 Black Women, Inc. That inquiry sparked a vision to bring together accomplished, committed women from across Southeastern Virginia to advocate for Black women and girls and create lasting impact throughout our communities.
National Technical Training
Prospective members completed mandatory National Technical Training at Tidewater Community College in Portsmouth, Virginia. Led by National Third Vice President Minnie Miller and National Chair of Chapter Development Alicia Guyton, the training prepared members for chapter governance, elections, and the journey toward chartering.
A Legacy Begins: Chartering Day
On May 16, 2026, the Southeastern Virginia Chapter was officially chartered, marking the culmination of more than a year of vision, preparation, and collective effort. Eighty women became charter members, united by a shared commitment to advocacy, leadership, and service to Black women and girls throughout Southeastern Virginia.
A legacy of purpose
With a strong foundation in place, the Southeastern Virginia Chapter moves forward with purpose and a shared commitment to meaningful impact. Together, we are advancing advocacy, developing leaders, and building a lasting legacy for Black women and girls throughout the communities we serve.
Anchored in Purpose. Rising in Leadership. Advancing Advocacy.
