We Advocate as Humanitarians, Philanthropists, and Policy Makers
What We Do
We Advocate as Humanitarians, Philanthropists, and Policy Makers
What We Do
Our organization is involved in numerous projects...
The International Black Women’s Public Policy Institute, (IBWPPI) was established in 2009 in Washington, D.C. We are a policy, humanitarian and philanthropic organization governed by 18 women who represent 6 countries and 11 major cities across the United States.
We were created to be a policy organization that would support and create public policies to enhance the lives of Black women globally. As the only global public policy institute dedicated to, founded by, and led by Black women, we aim to evaluate the impact of current national and international public policy; and support new policies that will address significant threats and disparities to the safety and well-being of Black women, their families, and communities.
IBWPPI policy agenda includes the Eradication of Violence, Human Sex Trafficking, Black women’s Health and Wellness, Economic Security, and Education.
For the past seven years, IBWPPI has worked with women in Ghana and South Africa to establish meaningful and mutually beneficial partnerships. We have launched projects in Kumasi, with Bridge to Africa Connection Inc., and have adopted schools, a village, and a new birthing clinic. These projects are literally saving lives and providing opportunities for women and girls that are life-changing.
IBWPPI Signature Programs and Projects
The Dorothy I.Height Global Leadership Academy
A Six-Month Training Program for Women of African Descent Who Have:
- A willingness to lead from the front and back, understanding there is value in both.
- A desire for social justice and change that will enhance the lives of Black women, girls and their communities.
- A commitment to academic and experiential excellence.
The Young Ambassadors Program
Launched in the Spring of 2016, the IBWPPI Young Ambassadors Program (YAP) offers a space for young women in the US and abroad to expand their network and skills through leadership development, shared learning, and mentorship. IBWPPI aims to cultivate the next generation of black women leadership that think beyond borders, who are concerned about the plight and well-being of women where ever they are.
Annual Public Policy Forum
For the past 11 years IBWPPI has hosted a policy forum during the Congressional Black Caucus Foundation’s Annual Legislative Conference held in Washington, DC. These annual policy forums have all been sponsored by a sitting member of congress.
We are proud of the work, presence and relationships that IBWPPI has established in the policy arena.
Boots on the Ground Program
The Boots on the Ground Program provides emergency support and help to families impacted by natural disasters in the US and abroad.
IBWPPI work with partnering organizations and individuals to identify women who will help lead in the rescue, cleanup and restoration efforts required.
Reading Room initiative
The IBWPPI Reading Room Initiative creates a literacy enriched environment for youth of all ages to develop their reading skills. The IBWPPI Reading Room Initiative Project is dedicated to promoting leisure reading as a key to unlocking a youth’s full potential.
Our primary goal is to enable elementary, middle and high school students to improve their literacy skills. The Initiative creates a nurturing environment for youth to feel safe and secure as they develop their reading skills.
The rooms are filled with hundreds of books for students to explore from a variety of authors, topics, and genres for all ages.
IBWPPI Special Events
Embassy Gala
The Embassy Galas began in 2018 when IBWPPI was hosted by the Hon. Paul Getty Altidor, Ambassador of Haiti to the United States. The star-studded event held at the beautiful Embassy in Washington D.C. provided an opportunity for sponsors, friends, and supporters of IBWPPI to learn more about the country of Haiti and the growing relationship with IBWPPI.
Hats for Hope
Hats for Hope is a signature friend and fund-raising project of the International Black Women’s Public Policy Institute. Held in August annually as a private in-home reception bringing women together to learn about the history and work of the organization as well as to encourage them to become new members.
Bi-Annual International Conference
Since we began in 2009, IBWPPI has been committed to meeting Black Women where they are, by hosting gatherings and open dialogue on critical topics away from the Washington, D.C. area where we were headquartered for 10 years.
These convenings were elevated to small international conferences, held in “Little Haiti,” a predominant Haitian Community in South Miami, Fl., Belize, Bermuda and Nassau, Bahamas.
IBWPPI Signature Programs and Projects
The Dorothy I.Height Global Leadership Academy
A Six-Month Training Program for Women of African Descent Who Have:
- A willingness to lead from the front and back, understanding there is value in both.
- A desire for social justice and change that will enhance the lives of Black women, girls and their communities.
- A commitment to academic and experiential excellence.
The Young Ambassadors Program
Launched in the Spring of 2016, the IBWPPI Young Ambassadors Program (YAP) offers a space for young women in the US and abroad to expand their network and skills through leadership development, shared learning, and mentorship. IBWPPI aims to cultivate the next generation of black women leadership that think beyond borders, who are concerned about the plight and well-being of women where ever they are.
Annual Public Policy Forum
For the past 11 years IBWPPI has hosted a policy forum during the Congressional Black Caucus Foundation’s Annual Legislative Conference held in Washington, DC. These annual policy forums have all been sponsored by a sitting member of congress.
We are proud of the work, presence and relationships that IBWPPI has established in the policy arena.
Boots on the Ground Program
The Boots on the Ground Program provides emergency support and help to families impacted by natural disasters in the US and abroad.
IBWPPI work with partnering organizations and individuals to identify women who will help lead in the rescue, cleanup and restoration efforts required.
Reading Room initiative
The IBWPPI Reading Room Initiative creates a literacy enriched environment for youth of all ages to develop their reading skills. The IBWPPI Reading Room Initiative Project is dedicated to promoting leisure reading as a key to unlocking a youth’s full potential.
Our primary goal is to enable elementary, middle and high school students to improve their literacy skills. The Initiative creates a nurturing environment for youth to feel safe and secure as they develop their reading skills.
The rooms are filled with hundreds of books for students to explore from a variety of authors, topics, and genres for all ages.
IBWPPI Special Events
Embassy Gala
The Embassy Galas began in 2018 when IBWPPI was hosted by the Hon. Paul Getty Altidor, Ambassador of Haiti to the United States. The star-studded event held at the beautiful Embassy in Washington D.C. provided an opportunity for sponsors, friends, and supporters of IBWPPI to learn more about the country of Haiti and the growing relationship with IBWPPI.
Hats for Hope
Hats for Hope is a signature friend and fund-raising project of the International Black Women’s Public Policy Institute. Held in August annually as a private in-home reception bringing women together to learn about the history and work of the organization as well as to encourage them to become new members.
Bi-Annual International Conference
Since we began in 2009, IBWPPI has been committed to meeting Black Women where they are, by hosting gatherings and open dialogue on critical topics away from the Washington, D.C. area where we were headquartered for 10 years.
These convenings were elevated to small international conferences, held in “Little Haiti,” a predominant Haitian Community in South Miami, Fl., Belize, Bermuda and Nassau, Bahamas.
IBWPPI Signature Programs and Projects
IBWPPI Special Events
