Women of Courage Awards Gala & Fundraiser

Update Alert!! The Date has Changed to March 30, 2025!!!!

Join in the celebration with the Chair of the Gala, April Ellington Co-founder of the Savoy Ellingtons, vocalist, philanthropist and freedom fighter for social justice and civil rights. We are also honored to have Honorary Co-Chairs, Lonnie G. Bunch III, an educator, historian and Secretary of the Smithsonian Institution, William Cohen, attorney and former Secretary of Defense and Janet Langhart Cohen, award winning journalist, author, social justice activist and playwright of Anne and Emmett.

The 2025 Women of Courage Awards Gala and Fundraiser: The Women of Courage Award Gala celebrates women who exemplify the strength, resilience, and courage of Mamie Till Mobley. These remarkable women have demonstrated the ability to transform tragedy into “a lasting legacy of courage and hope” and inspire others through their extraordinary actions.

Event Details:

Date: March 30, 2025

Location: National Press Club, 529 14th St NW, Washington, D.C. 20045

Time: 7:00 - 10:30 PM

The gala will feature a Private VIP reception, gourmet dinner, entertainment, dessert bar, Legends Legacy Panel, an after glow and a few surprises. This Black Tie Gala/Fundraiser aims to support our mission of educating, advocating, empowering, inspiring, and providing higher education scholarships for the next generation. You don't want to miss it! Let's witness herstory today!

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