Our Commitment, Our Community
Learn about our dedication to empowering Black women and girls in Central Ohio.
The Central Ohio Chapter was chartered in September 2011 with 35 African American women from various parts of Central Ohio, including Franklin, Fairfield, Licking, and Delaware counties, who believe in the national mission of the National Coalition of 100 Black Women, which was founded in 1981 to develop a leadership forum for African American women. The organization began with representatives from 14 states and the District of Columbia. Jewell Jackson McCabe was selected as the first national president.
Meet the President
Therase Moore
A Chicago native, Therase embodies resilience and community values rooted in her South Side upbringing. She holds a Master’s in Educational Studies, specializing in Workforce Development, from The Ohio State University, and is a proud member of Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Incorporated.
Professional Background
Therase is a retired technology leader with 33 years at AT&T, where she managed regional teams and complex technology initiatives. Today, she serves as a high school business educator, preparing students in:
- Financial literacy
- Entrepreneurship
- Career readiness
- Professional communication
Leadership in NC100BWCOC
Therase is a dedicated leader and proud member of the National Coalition of 100 Black Women, Inc. Central Ohio Chapter (NC100BWCOC). She has held multiple leadership roles, including:
- Treasurer
- Financial Secretary
- Chair of Fund Development
- Chair of the 2019 Trailblazer Scholarship Event
Notably, under her leadership, the Trailblazer Scholarship Event grew from a luncheon to an evening dinner, expanding visibility and fundraising efforts to award $23,000 in scholarships to high school and community college students. She has also served on the Bylaws, Education, and Economic Empowerment Committees, consistently advancing the chapter’s mission.
Personal Life & Values
Beyond her professional and civic commitments, Therase cherishes her roles as wife to fellow educator John Moore Sr., mother, grandmother, and nurturer to her own mother. Guided by the principles of servant leadership, she remains passionate about uplifting Black women and girls through education, mentorship, and community empowerment.
Vision & Mission
Our Mission
The mission of the National Coalition of 100 Black Women, Inc. 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.
Our Vision
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.
Core Values
We believe in...
- Gender equity
- Inclusion
- Respect
- Racial and social justice
- Integrity and accountability
- Economic empowerment
- Collaboration
To meet the diverse needs of its members, NC100BWCOC implements programs that
- Provide an effective network among Black women.
- Establish links between NC100BWCOC and the corporate and political sectors,
- Enable Black women to be a visible force in the socioeconomic arena,
- Meet the career needs of these women and facilitate their access to mainstream America.
- Use the tools of role modelling and mentoring to provide meaningful guidance to young women, and
- Recognize the historic and current achievements of Black women
Leadership
Meet the Executive Committee
President, Therase Moore
1st Vice President Programs, Kim Fowler
2nd Vice President Fund Development, CarrMel Ford White
3rd Vice President Membership, Stacy Cornett
Treasurer, Alisia Clark
Financial Secretary, Pamela McPheters
Corresponding Secretary, Kareen Covington
Recording Secretary, Stacy Fowler Davis
Parliamentarian, Fanchon Page
Historian, Cynthia Sands
Chaplin, Thai’Shann Fain
Nominating Chair, Jacqueline Carey
Director, Wanda Suber
Director, Rejeana Haynes
Legal, Irene Lyons
Immediate Past President, Jennifer St Clair
Past Presidents
Jennifer St Clair, Immediate Past President
2023 - 2025
Linda Kanney
2011–2015
2019–2023
Crystal Causey
2015–2019
Committees
- Budget and Finance
- Bylaws
- Ethics
- Finance
- Fund Development
- Hospitality
- Membership and Chapter Development
Nominating Programs
- Health
- Education
- Economic Empowerment
- Public Policy
Protocol
Public Relations
Let's Connect and Empower Together
Engage with us! Whether you have questions, or ideas, or want to get involved in our mission, we're here to listen and collaborate. Reach out to NC100BWCOC and be a part of positive change in Central Ohio. Your voice matters, and together, we can make a real impact.
Testimonials
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