Mary McLeod Bethune Section oldest members at 103.
Memories of Joan Durnell Powell
NCNW Mourns the Loss of Ms. Joan Durnell Powell
Dear NCNW Members,
It is with deep sadness that I share the passing of Ms. Joan Durnell Powell. She was a beloved leader, advocate, and friend. Joan’s life was a testament to courage, community service, and relentless advocacy for health equity.
Joan served as President of the National Council of Negro Women in Orange County, CA. She was also a past National Board Member of NCNW and an active member of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc.
Joan volunteered her time to civic engagement efforts, voter outreach, and community service. She often said her motto was “Get busy living.” And that she did, whether it be traveling from California or taking to the steps of Capitol Hill. Joan used her voice to demand better health for families nationwide.
NCNW will certainly miss Joan's presence, yet we will forever cherish the value she added to this organization.
Sincerely,
Dr. Lois A. Keith
Joan Durnell Powell
Dear NCNW Members,
It is with deep sadness that I share the passing of Ms. Joan Durnell Powell. She was a beloved leader, advocate, and friend. Joan’s life was a testament to courage, community service, and relentless advocacy for health equity.
Joan served as President of the National Council of Negro Women in Orange County, CA. She was also a past National Board Member of NCNW and an active member of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc.
Joan volunteered her time to civic engagement efforts, voter outreach, and community service. She often said her motto was “Get busy living.” And that she did, whether it be traveling from California or taking to the steps of Capitol Hill. Joan used her voice to demand better health for families nationwide.
NCNW will certainly miss Joan's presence, yet we will forever cherish the value she added to this organization.
Sincerely,
Dr. Lois A. Keith
Joan Durnell Powell
Memories
NCNW Memberships
If you have been looking for a place where you can realize your potential with the help of a positive, supportive network of sisters, NCNW is the place for you. Through national programs and through the work of over 200 sections and 32 national affiliate organizations, NCNW helps women enhance their health, knowledge, and personal satisfaction to improve their communities.
Your membership helps NCNW to promote and recognize leadership among women of color; champion women’s rights and civil rights; celebrate and strengthen the African American family; and work toward the economic empowerment of African American women all over the world.
Your membership helps NCNW:
Membership Levels:
Your membership helps NCNW to promote and recognize leadership among women of color; champion women’s rights and civil rights; celebrate and strengthen the African American family; and work toward the economic empowerment of African American women all over the world.
Your membership helps NCNW:
- Promote and recognize leadership among women of color.
- Champion women's rights and civil rights.
- Reduce health disparities among African Americans.
- Increase the educational attainment of African Americans.
- Work toward the economic empowerment of all African American women.
- Celebrate and strengthen the African American family.
- Reach out to women in need in Africa and around the world.
Membership Levels:
- Youth Ages 12-18 Years
$10 - Collegiate College Students
$25 - National Member
$75 - Life Membership
$1,000 - *Note: An Annual Per Capita Fee of $25 shall be paid yearly, one (1) year after full payment and charged annually moving forward.
- Legacy Life Membership
$1,500 - *Note: An Annual Per Capita Fee of $25 shall be paid yearly, one (1) year after full payment and charged annually moving forward.
Membership Meeting - Nov. 18, 2025
