Greetings,

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On behalf of the National Coalition of 100 Black Women, New Haven Metropolitan Chapter, Inc., I am incredibly honored to serve as chapter President for 2026. Throughout our chapter's ten-year history, we have been blessed by the leadership of amazing, talented, and educated Black women. Under their tenure, our chapter has earned Model Chapter distinction year after year.

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The goal I have set for our dynamic chapter — growing and retaining our membership while remaining a model chapter — is bold and robust, yet attainable. At our September 2025 Induction Ceremony, fourteen sisters joined our chapter as we continue to grow and align with our mission of advocacy.

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As part of that mission, the National Coalition of 100 Black Women, New Haven Metropolitan Chapter, Inc. invites you to celebrate our 10th Anniversary — a decade of leadership, advocacy, service, and sisterhood.

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Uplifting Voices · Driving Change · Leading with Vision and Advocacy

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Join us for an unforgettable afternoon as we celebrate a decade of excellence, advocacy, and sisterhood at our 10th Anniversary Celebration & Excellence Brunch, where we will honor the trailblazers, changemakers, and visionary leaders who have helped shape our chapter and strengthen our community. Ten years of impact. Ten years of purpose. Ten years of power — and we are just getting started.

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Since our humble charter beginnings in 2016, NCBW-New Haven Metro, serving the greater New Haven and Fairfield County areas, has administered programs for the betterment of our communities. We are grateful to our members, partners, donors, and supporters who have supported us on this journey.

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The weight of societal injustices can be burdensome, but each one of us can lighten the load by working together. I look forward to serving as your incoming President and joining you in our advocacy work. Let us remain faithful, stay prayerful, and continue making strides toward improving the lives of Black women and girls.

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Sincerely,

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Valencia M. Goodridge
President