MARGOT JAMES COPELAND ELECTED PRESIDENT OF THE LINKS, INCORPORATED

[Detroit, MI] [July 13, 2010] . More than 2,500 of the 12,000 plus members of The Links, Incorporated attended the organization’s 37th National Assembly (June 30 - July 4). The five days of workshops, seminars and key-note speakers was held in Michigan at Detroit’s Cobo Center. During the event, Members of The Links, Inc. celebrated community service achievements, recognized outstanding contributions of individuals and elected new officers to lead the organization. read more »

THE LINKS, INCORPORATED MOURNS LOSS OF TWELFTH NATIONAL PRESIDENT BARBARA DIXON SIMPKINS

[Washington, DC] [December 11, 2009] . The Links Incorporated’s Twelfth National President, Barbara Dixon Simpkins, has passed away.

In a communication to members of The Links, Incorporated, Dr. Gwendolyn Lee, the current National President, wrote, “Link Simpkins was truly an invaluable member of The Links, Incorporated. Her commitment to leadership and service helped to propel us to ‘world-class’ status.” read more »

THE LINKS, INCORPORATED MOURNS LOSS OF FOUNDING MEMBER FRANCES VASHON ATKINSON - National President Says All Should ‘Aspire To Emulate Her’

[October 1, 2009] [Philadelphia, PA] . To honor the life and accomplishments of Frances Vashon Atkinson (1912-2009) The Links, Incorporated has passed a resolution stating how her efforts impacted the organization and inspired tens of thousands of women to dedicate their lives to service to the community. Atkinson was the last surviving organizer of The Links, Incorporated. read more »

THE LINKS, INCORPORATED SPONSORS OVER SEVEN HUNDRED STUDENTS TO PARTICIPATE IN UNITED NATIONS CONFERENCE - Event Focuses On Observing International Day of Peace

[Washington, DC] [September 15, 2009] . On Friday September 18th, over three hundred junior and high school students, sponsored by The Links, Incorporated, participated in the United Nations 12th annual Youth Conference. Thousands of students participated. This event marks the first partnership between The Links, Incorporated and the Educational Outreach Department of the United Nations. read more »

THE LINKS, INCORPORATED AND HABITAT FOR HUMANITY INTERNATIONAL ANNOUNCED A PARTNERSHIP BETWEEN THE TWO ORGANIZATIONS

ATLANTA (Aug. 28, 2009) . On Friday, August 28, 2009, The Links, Incorporated and Habitat for Humanity International announced a partnership between the two organizations aimed at assisting those living without decent and affordable shelter in the United States and certain regions in Africa and the Caribbean."  read more »

THE LINKS, INCORPORATED’S CAPITAL CITY CHAPTER SUPPORTS SOJOURNER TRUTH MEMORIAL FUND - Capital City Chapter Provides Support For United States Capitol Statue

Washington, DC – (April 24, 2009). On April 28, 2009, Sojourner Truth, an American abolitionist and women's rights activist (1797 – November 26, 1883), will become the first African American woman to be memorialized with a bust in the United States Capitol. This honor is made possible in large part due to the support of The Links, Incorporated’s Capital City Chapter whose members are providing the stand on which the likeness will be placed. read more »

THE LINKS, INCORPORATED RINGS THE NASDAQ BELL - Distinguished Women Celebrate New York Chapter’s 60th Anniversary

New York, NY – (April 9, 2009). At 4:00 PM today, members of The Links, Inc. will ring the NASDAQ Stock Market Closing Bell to celebrate the 60th Anniversary of the organization’s Greater New York Chapter.  read more »

THE LINKS, INCORPORATED INDUCTED INTO INTERNATIONAL CIVIL RIGHTS WALK OF FAME - Trumpet Awards Foundation Recognizes The Links, Incorporated For Advancing Justice, Equality, Service & Excellence

Washington, DC – (January 25, 2009). On Saturday, January 24th, The Links, Incorporated was recognized for its contributions and accomplishments for the betterment of society at a ceremony in Atlanta sponsored by the Trumpet Awards Foundation, Incorporated. The induction into the International Civil Rights Walk of Fame is a distinct honor reserved for those people and organizations that have significantly contributed to enhancing the quality of life for all and augmented global society by partnering with the cause of justice and equality. read more »

THE LINKS, INCORPORATED HOSTS INAUGURAL RECEPTION TO BENEFIT SUSAN G. KOMEN FOR THE CURE^® - Linking Dreams, Hope, Partnerships and Change

The Links, Incorporated hosted an Inaugural Reception on Sunday, January 18, to benefit Susan G. Komen for the Cure^®. The purpose of this Reception was two-fold. Firstly, to celebrate the Inauguration of President Barack Obama and usher in an era where our collective dreams, hopes and partnerships would bring much-needed change.  read more »

MACY’S & THE LINKS, INCORPORATED HONOR JANET NKUBANA
Global Leader Recognized for Empowering Local Rural Women to Achieve Economic Stability

Chicago, IL – (December 8, 2008). Tomorrow afternoon at Macy’s on State Street, distinguished global leader and founder and president of the Gahaya Links, Janet Nkubana, will be honored for her work empowering women to achieve economic stability. Ms. Nkubana, a basket weaver from the Rwanda Path to Peace Movement, will be presented with a check for $5,000 from The Links, Incorporated representing the proceeds from an auction of Rwandan baskets donated by Macy’s. read more »

The Links, Incorporated at the United Nations
WOMEN EMPOWERMENT: EXPANDING OUR GLOBAL VISION THROUGH COMMUNICATION, COLLABORATION AND COOPERATION

New York – (October 27, 2008). The Links, Incorporated held a comprehensive weekend conference at the United Nations to address women’s issues, October 9-12, 2008. The conference workshops covered Women’s Economic Empowerment in Africa, the Impact of Conflict on Women’s Issues, Making Connections throughout the African Diaspora and Exploring Partnership and Collaborative Opportunities. read more »

THE LINKS, INCORPORATED ANNOUNCES NATIONAL ACHIEVEMENT^® SCHOLARSHIP WINNERS

Washington, DC (May 11, 2008). Included in the more than 800 winners of the National Achievement Scholarships recently announced by the National Achievement Scholarship Program, are six young Black women who will receive their $2,500 individual scholarships from The Links, Incorporated. read more »

THE LINKS, INCORPORATED UNITES WITH SUSAN G. KOMEN FOR THE CURE’S CIRCLE OF PROMISE TO REWRITE THE STORY ON AFRICAN AMERICANS AND BREAST CANCER

The Links, Incorporated and Susan G. Komen for the Cure^® have rolled out an unprecedented collaboration to mobilize the African American community to end breast cancer. Through Komen for the Cure’s Circle of Promise campaign, the two groups will work together to empower women to reclaim their lives and their health in an effort to reverse the alarming statistics on African Americans and breast cancer. read more »

LINKS BUILD SCHOOLS IN SOUTH AFRICA

An entourage of one-hundred-twelve members of The Links, Incorporated recently returned from South Africa where they visited six of the more than fifty schools. read more »

NEW ORLEANS HEALTH CLINIC RECEIVES MEDICAL SUPPLIES, EQUIPMENT
AND FINANCIAL CONTRIBUTIONS FROM THE LINKS, INCORPORATED

During their recent governance team meeting in New Orleans (LA) over 200 members of the Links, Incorporated, presented hospital and medical supplies and equipment to the Lower 9th Ward Health Clinic. read more »

NEW ORLEANS HEALTH CLINIC RECEIVES MEDICAL SUPPLIES, EQUIPMENT
AND FINANCIAL CONTRIBUTIONS FROM THE LINKS, INCORPORATED

During their recent governance team meeting in New Orleans (LA) over 200 members of the Links, Incorporated, presented hospital and medical supplies and equipment to the Lower 9th Ward Health Clinic. read more »

ATLANTA CLUSTER PARTNERS WITH ATLANTA PUBLIC SCHOOL SYSTEM TO PROVIDE SUPPORT FOR CORETTA SCOTT KING YOUNG WOMEN’S LEADERSHIP ACADEMY.

Leaders from the Metro Atlanta community have joined forces with more than 60 youth service organizations to develop a mentor recruitment drive and training program designed to bolster adult support for the city's underserved youth. read more »