NCBW SNJ To Honor 4 Mayors At Candace Women of Achievement Awards
Image courtesy of Black Coalition of 100 Black Women Southern New Jersey Chapter
BY CLYDE HUGHES | AC JosepH Media
WENONAH — Four South Jersey mayors will be honored with three other leaders at the 20th annual Candace Women of Achievement Awards Luncheon by the National Coalition of 100 Black Women Southern New Jersey Chapter on Sunday, March 30 in Berlin.
The event will be held at Lucien Manor, 81 W White Horse Pike, from 1-4 p.m.
The mayors will be honored include LaDaena Londo of Penns Grove, Jamila Odom of Chesilhurst, Jody Veler of Salem, and Samantha Whitfield of Willingboro.
Other honorees include Angela Brown, of The Perfecting Church and Loving Our Cities; Bridget Phifer, for economic empowerment; and Vivian Hanson, for community service.
The NCBW said the Candace awards are given to “trailblazers who have demonstrated exceptional leadership, service, and empowerment in their fields and communities.”
“Join us for a special luncheon as we honor the remarkable Black women who have made an indelible impact on their communities throughout South Jersey,” the chapter said.
The chapter said the luncheon celebrates their legacy of excellence, strength, and leadership. It said the awardees have shaped and continue to shape the fabric of our neighborhoods, inspiring future generations.
“We invite you to come together with us in a spirit of sisterhood and admiration as we recognize their achievements, elevate their voices, and support their ongoing influence,” NCBW said.
“This is more than just an event — it’s a celebration of community, culture, and the power of Black women. Don’t miss the chance to be part of this momentous occasion and show your support for these incredible women who are shaping the future.”
For more information and tickets go to the EventBrite website here.
The vision of the National Coalition of 100 Black Women, Inc. is to see black women and girls live in a world where socio-economic inequity does not exist.
The organization’s mission is to advocate on behalf of black women and girls to promote leadership development and gender equity in the areas of health, education and economic empowerment.
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