July 11, 2008 - Beautiful Black women of all colors, sizes, educational backgrounds and ideals attended the 1^st Annual National Black Women’s Town Hall Meeting at the historic National Council of Negro Women Headquarters to discuss what’s on the minds of Black Women.

While other major news networks and opinion polls often cater to the majority of the populous to see what ‘America’ thinks about current societal issues, no outlet has ever been directed to the thoughts of Black women, until now.

With the 2008 presidential election just several months away, organizers of the National Town Hall Meeting thought it was time our voices were heard.

An online, independent poll from NiaOnline asked over 600 women what they believe to be the major concerns and issues facing African American women right now.

Among the poll responses, high fuel prices, being able to pay the mortgage, education, violence, and saving for retirement.

Panelists for the town hall meeting included Dr. Dorothy Height, Chair/President National Council of Negro Women (NCNW),  Spellman College president, Julienne Malveaux,  Sheryl Huggis-Salomon (Editor-in-Chief) NiaPulse/NiaOnline, film maker Daphne Valerius, and other esteemed panelists.

In attendance at the event, among other males lending their support, was councilman Marion Barry.

The event was highlighted by a presentation of the Landmark of Greatness Award by Dr. Dorothy Height to Ms. Barbara McKinzie (President, AKA Sorority) for community service.

Moderated by XM Satellite Radio talk show host, Blanche Williams of Greatness by Design, the event aired on C-span, July 13, 2008.

Check local C-span schedule and listings for possible re-airing of this event.

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