President's Message
Greetings on behalf of the National Coalition of 100 Black Women Decatur-DeKalb Chapter,
Incorporated! Located in Dekalb County, NC100BW Decatur-Dekalb, Inc. has served as a
community change agent for over 30 years. NC100BW, continues to impart transformational
changes through our programs in the community.
Established in 1981, National Coalition of 100 Black Women, Incorporated, was founded by 24
women who through continuous efforts and persistency became a national organization, advocating
for the rights of African American females. The National Coalition of 100 Black Women,
Incorporated has grown to over 60 chapters throughout the United States.
Chartered in 1989, the Decatur-Dekalb Chapter, is a non-profit organization, whose mission is to
continuously advocate for African American women and girls to promote leadership development
and gender equity in the areas of health, education and economic empowerment. Members of the
National Coalition of 100 Black Women Decatur-DeKalb Chapter, Inc. reside within Dekalb County
and take great pride in serving the community in which we live. Our vision is to see black women
and girls live in a world where socio-economic inequity does not exist. In addition to focusing on our
mission, our commitment in 2022, is to continue advocating beyond the local level, increase Member
Engagement and maximize Community Partnership. I encourage you to take a look around our
website for more details and consider joining us as we continue our movement of Advocacy.
Sisterly,
Kianna N. Lawson, PA-C,MPAS
Chapter President
NC100BW Decatur-Dekalb