National Program
The National program focus is Leadership, Entrepreneurship, Technology, and Service [LETS]. LETS programs allow you an opportunity to further discover our communities by reaching out to women in all aspects of their careers. Additionally, Clubs identify local needs and implement LETS projects to address the issues in their communities.
LEADERSHIP: Training for business and professional women preparing them for leadership positions in their careers.
ENTREPRENEURSHIP: Entrepreneurial training is for women interested in starting a business, improving business skills and/or expanding an existing business by increasing their business expertise.
TECHNOLOGY : Training for women interested in obtaining or improving technology skills or seeking certification for a technology related business.
SERVICE: Providing information through programs and initiatives in health, education, employment and economic development that inform, enlighten and strengthen our communities.
FOUNDERS' DAY: Clubs are required to celebrate Founders’ Day annually to recognize the shoulders on which we stand and the role and responsibility we have to prepare our young people for the future. This observance is the occasion to present the Sojourner Truth award to an outstanding African American woman. This is the highest award given by the Association and presented by a local club. The award was established in 1948.
WOMEN'S HISTORY: In 1996 the Convention adopted the Women’s History program as the nationally recognized program selecting the theme “Women’s History is Our History Too!” The first Saturday in March is designated as NANBPWC, Inc. Women’s History Day. The purpose is to focus on the many contributions made by African American women who have and are instrumental in advancing education, business, professions, technology, family, and community.
VOCAL ARTS: The vocal arts competition was first introduced in 1983 as the Leontyne Price Vocal Arts Competition. The 2001 Convention changed the name to the Vocal Arts Competition for Emerging Artist upon joining the National Opera Association to offer additional benefits to the contestants. The competition is designed to recognize promising young Black classical vocalist by providing a performance venue and scholarships. The competition begins on the local level, the first place district winner competes at the National Convention.
Local Programs
As a local club, TEVC identifies local needs and implements projects to address issues in Bergen County.
Community Health and Fitness: An event to encourage a healthy lifestyle through movement and awareness. This forum informed women of Triple Negative Breast Cancer, Heart Disease, as well as a zumba session.
Cell Phone Basics #101: A hands on workshop to assist community members in navigating their cell phones.
Cops and Kids: Law enforcement officers and youth discuss appropriate behaviors when confronted by police..
Get Ready, Stay Ready: An emergency preparedness workshop.
Active Shooter Response Training: Tips on how to react in an active violence situation.
Entrepreneurship Forum: Local entrepreneurs discuss all there is to know about starting and owning your own business.
Financial Planning: A workshop on estate planning, wills, long term care insurance and other financial tools.
Finance for Teens: Teenagers learn how to manage a bank account and credit cards .
Healthy Relationships:
A Dialogue on Human Trafficking
Ride to Vote: An initiative that provided free rides to and from voting sites on Election Day.
Valiant Women of the Vote Media Presentation:
“Buy with Pride:”A directory of African American Businesses.
“The Presence and Contributions of African Americans in Bergen County:” A booklet to supplement the social studies curriculum in elementary schools..
Power of Our Dollars: A project to record money spent to boost the African American business community and African American business women.
Women Survivor’s Big Hat Tea: A biannual brunch and symposium on women’s issues held in March.
One Warm Coat Project: A collaboration with Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Inc., Nu Beta Beta Chapter to donate coats and winter accessories to those in need.
Dress for Success: We provide business clothing for women returning to work who are affiliated with the Dress for Success organization.
Fighting Hunger Initiatives: Sponsorship of Packathon for Center for Food Action; Donations of Supermarket Gift Cards; MLK High 5 to Fight Hunger; Angel Food Network;
50 Reasons to Give: In celebration of our 50th Year of Service, the Club made donations to several local organizations including – 50 Valentine’s Day Gift Packages to Senior Citizens; 50 Back-to-School Backpacks & School Supplies for children through the Center for Food Action in Englewood; 50 supplies to Gilda’s Club of Northern NJ.
