NHBW Indiana

NHBW Indiana The Northwest Indiana Chapter of the National Hook-Up of Black Women, Inc. on how to form a chapter in Northwest Indiana.

is dedicated to improving the lives of women and their families through support of the arts, culture, education, health wellness, and human service programs. In 2006 Laura Smith-Wynn of Merrillville Indiana collaborated with a couple members & officers of the National Hook-Up of Black Women, INC. In 2007, the formation and issuance of an organizational charter was issued to the Northwest Indiana C

hapter. The 10 founding members of record for the Northwest Indiana Chapter are: Laura Smith-Wynn(Chapter Founder), Jena' Wynn-Bellezza, Jessie Coopwood, Deborah Sidney, Carolyn Smith, Carolean Blackmon, Janice Ford, Darlisa Akins, Dora Williams, and Kathy Battiste. Laura Smith-Wynn served as Northwest Indiana Chapter President from 2007-2017

Current Chapter President: Sonda Vasquez

04/05/2026

Listen up! ☝🏾 If there is one thing everyone needs in their life it's a SONDA! 💁🏾‍♀️

Today is an extra special Sunday as we celebrate the Resurrection ☦️ and the birthday of our incredible Chapter President!

Sonda is the total package: Excellence. Style. Grace. She’s God-fearing, family-oriented and the ultimate Sister-Friend. Whether she’s leading the way or having a laugh, she does it all with integrity and heart.

Sonda Stats 📈
• Recognized for her "Value Add" after only ONE year of becoming a member! 💎
• Elected NHBW Indiana chapter President in 2017 and rose to Regional Director and National 1st VP! 🚀
• Instituted the "Making Education Dream's A Reality" scholarship! 🎓

Pause with me 😉 and send a birthday wish, prayer, and love or a screenshot to a friend and help us celebrate our phenomenal leader and President of the Notable NWI Chapter!

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We had the honor of highlighting our chapter again this year during the month of February.Thank you Lake County Public L...
02/12/2026

We had the honor of highlighting our chapter again this year during the month of February.

Thank you Lake County Public Library.
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Today's ✨️Black History Spotlight✨️ shines on Kenneth Chenault.Kenneth Chenault is a renowned American business executiv...
02/04/2026

Today's ✨️Black History Spotlight✨️ shines on Kenneth Chenault.

Kenneth Chenault is a renowned American business executive, best known as the Chairman and CEO of American Express from 2001 to 2018, becoming the third Black CEO of a Fortune 500 company. He is currently the Chairman and Managing Director of venture capital firm General Catalyst and sits on boards including Airbnb, Berkshire Hathaway, and the Harvard Corporation. He was known for strong leadership during major economic challenges. His career opened doors for greater diversity in corporate leadership.

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Today's ✨️Black History Spotlight✨️ shines on Oprah Winfrey.At the age of 19, Oprah Gail Winfrey,  became the youngest a...
02/03/2026

Today's ✨️Black History Spotlight✨️ shines on Oprah Winfrey.

At the age of 19, Oprah Gail Winfrey, became the youngest and first Black female news anchor at Nashville's WTVF-TV. She founded Harpo Productions (Oprah spelled backward) in 1986, becoming the first Black woman to own and produce her own talk show. She went on to become the first Black woman billionaire in 2003. She built her wealth through media, film, and business ownership. Oprah’s success changed how Black women are represented in business and leadership.

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Today's ✨️Black History Spotlight✨️ shines on Robert L. Johnson.Robert L. Johnson became the first Black billionaire in ...
02/02/2026

Today's ✨️Black History Spotlight✨️ shines on Robert L. Johnson.

Robert L. Johnson became the first Black billionaire in the United States in 2001. He founded Black Entertainment Television (BET), which transformed media representation. His success showed the power of Black-owned businesses in mainstream markets.

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🏆🏆 Excellence deserves recognition! 🏆🏆Do you know an outstanding teen whether on the field or court, the classroom, or o...
02/01/2026

🏆🏆 Excellence deserves recognition! 🏆🏆

Do you know an outstanding teen whether on the field or court, the classroom, or out serving their community?

Encourage them to apply for the MIYA Awards sponsored by Anthony Adams House Inc and let them be celebrated for the impact they're making!

Link in the comments!!

🎊Happy Birthday to Our Sister & 2nd Vice President, Ebony! ❤️🤎🙏🏽🎉The Northwest Indiana Chapter proudly celebrates a trul...
01/30/2026

🎊Happy Birthday to Our Sister & 2nd Vice President, Ebony! ❤️🤎🙏🏽🎉

The Northwest Indiana Chapter proudly celebrates a truly solid individual whose leadership, integrity, and consistent dedication continue to strengthen our chapter. We appreciate all that you do and wish you a birthday filled with joy, appreciation, and well-deserved celebration.

We kicked off 2026 by honoring Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. through service by supporting the men of Restoration Ministrie...
01/27/2026

We kicked off 2026 by honoring Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. through service by supporting the men of Restoration Ministries in the wonderful city of Gary, Indiana.

Our male associates were honored to serve alongside a program focused on restoring men as they navigate recovery, reentry, and the realities of homelessness.

Through this act of service, we donated food along with essential household items and toiletries to help meet everyday needs and support their journey toward stability.

Service is love in action and we remain committed to making restoration a reality

01/27/2026

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01/01/2026
Ok… this is *truly* our FINAL post of 2025. A few weeks ago we came together to bag up 107 books and toys, all generousl...
12/31/2025

Ok… this is *truly* our FINAL post of 2025. A few weeks ago we came together to bag up 107 books and toys, all generously gathered by our new friends at Books-A-Million.

Watching the kids light up! Those smiles and their excitement is the reason we do what we do. Every book, every toy, every moment reminded us why this work matters so much.

We’re closing out 2025 with full hearts, deep gratitude, and excitement for what’s still to come. Thank you to everyone who poured love into making this possible. 📚💛

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