Open Letter to Mrs. Delerice Mackey, affectionately known as Ms. Dela
Dear Ms. Dela, On behalf of the Board of Directors, the Dean of the Dorothy I. Height Global Leadership Academy, and the graduates of Cohorts 1, 2, 3, and 4, we extend our deepest gratitude and appreciation for your dedicated service as the
Program Coordinator over the past four years.
Your invaluable contributions have been key to the program’s success. We hope that this experience has been as rewarding for you as it has been for us. Your hard work and commitment have made a lasting impact, and we are incredibly grateful for everything you’ve done.
As you move forward, we wish you the best in your future endeavors and hope they are as fulfilling as your time with us. We encourage you to stay connected as a member and volunteer
whenever possible. It would be an honor to have you continue as part of our community.
Expect to receive many calls and emails as you embark on your next big step. You’ve graduated from the DIHGLA multiple times, and we look forward to seeing what you achieve next as a
global leader. Your certificate and graduation gifts will arrive in the Bahamas soon.
Thank you once again for your exceptional service. We wish you the best in all your future pursuits.
Sincerely,
President Perkins
Look Out For Our Monthly HAPPY HOUR.
We are excited to invite you to our monthly virtual Happy Hour, where we gather to connect, share insights, and empower one another. This month, we have focused on a topic close to our hearts: “Black Women in Leadership.”
Event Details:
We were honored to have two remarkable graduates from the Dorothy I. Height Global Leadership Academy as our guest speakers,
Rebecca Pittman-Smith and Chanceé Lundy. They shared their experiences, challenges, and successes in leadership roles, providing valuable perspectives and inspiration for all of us.
This event provided an excellent opportunity to:
• Learn: Gain insights into the unique challenges and opportunities faced by Black women in leadership.
• Connect: Network with fellow members and build meaningful relationships within our community.
• Support: Celebrate the achievements of our graduates and support each other in our leadership journeys.
By coming together and sharing our stories, we strengthen our community and continue to inspire and empower each other. Your presence and participation is always welcomed.
Acknowledge June Birthdays in July Newsletter
As we wrap up the month of June, we want to extend our heartfelt birthday wishes to all our members who celebrated their special day this month. To make sure we honor your birthdays properly, we invite all June birthday celebrants to share a fun photo of your celebration with us!
Please send your photo to membership@ibwppi.org by Friday, July 12th. We will feature these joyous moments in our July
newsletter to ensure that your special day is recognized and celebrated by the entire IBWPPI community.
We look forward to seeing your wonderful photos
and celebrating with you!
Welcome our Newest Members!
Renew or Join our Membership
Who Are We?
Our Vision is to connect and advocate for Black women globally through acts of kindness and public policy. Our Mission is to work in the US and internationally to convene hearings and discussions to evaluate the impact of current public policies and to initiate new policies that address the major threats to the well-being of Black women and our families.
Our programs reflect the policy work we are engaged in daily. We believe that our policy focus informs our programs.
Where can you see yourself?
The Birthing Initiative aims to reduce maternal deaths and address Period Poverty, ensuring girls can participate in daily activities without hindrance. Being strong advocates for birthing centers and birthing services in the rural south and on the continent of Africa.
The Boots on the Ground Initiative provides essential foot covering to communities affected by hurricanes and floods preventing waterborne diseases. Also, provide footwear for women who farm and provide food for their families. We also provide disaster relief and resources to families negatively impacted by natural disasters both at home in the US and abroad.
Women’s Economic Empowerment Micro Loan Program supports entrepreneurs in Haiti and Ghana, supporting local businesses and creating a sustainable system of economic empowerment for rural communities.
The Reading Room Initiative establishes spaces for children to read and dream, with centers in the Bahamas, Kumasi, Ghana, and Belize. We provide inspiring books, for example, Michelle Obama’s “Becoming” adapted for children, and introductory educational materials on Climate Change.
Dorothy I. Height Global Leadership Academy prepares the next generation of global leaders and advocates for their deployment into non-traditional spaces. The world needs prepared leaders more than ever and our six-month global leadership development program answers the call. In less than four years we have trained over sixty new international leaders and have facilitated their international engagement.
Want to be featured in IBWPPI’s monthly newsletter? We want to celebrate you! All members now have the opportunity to be highlighted, all you have to do is be financially active, and send us your short bio and a photo. Be on the lookout for your feature in future issues!
