About RICBW

Rhode Island Coalition of Black Women, Inc. is a vibrant nonprofit organization working to ensure that Black women and girls in Rhode Island have the resources they need to thrive and strengthen their communities.

OUR MISSION:

Cultivate, Enrich, Empower

Our mission is to cultivate, enrich, and empower Black women as advocates for the viability, equality, and equity of the Black community in the areas of employment, education, health, and economic development.

As a sisterhood of diversely talented women, we are committed to enriching our communities through volunteerism, advocacy, and activism.

Our vision:

Social and Economic Equality

In the future we envision, Black women and girls will live in a world where socioeconomic inequality does not exist. Our work reflects our belief in:

Gender equity
Inclusion
Respect
Racial and social justice
Integrity and accountability
Economic empowerment
Collaboration

Our Leadership

Angela Tucker Alston
President

Naomi Mark
Vice-president

Audrey Clifton
Secretary

Beverly Turner
Treasurer