Newly renamed: Congress of Black Women of Manitoba Inc.

This non-profit organization works to enhance the consciousness, education and rights of Black Women in Manitoba. The organization was founded on International Women's Day, March 8th, 1981.

Objectives:

To plan and implement programs geared to the needs of Black Women of all ages in Manitoba;
To encourage the education and development of Black Women and to familiarize them with the educational systems and institutions so that they and their families may achieve their full potential;
To increase awareness and provide a forum for Black Women in Manitoba to discuss relevant issues and recommend solutions for constructive change;
To foster a climate in which it is acceptable for Black Women to openly examine issues and concerns which affect them and their families.

Strategies for effective employment, job interviews skills, resume writing and career counselling.
Consumer awareness - budgeting, finances, income tax returns.
Social actions - employment and workplace standards for domestic affirmative action, human rights and pension reform.
Health concerns - eg: hypertension, cancer, sickle cell.
International issues - related to third world women.
Submission of briefs to government and their agencies are undertaken whenever necessary
Facilitation, public speaking and computer skills
Cross cultural relations
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The Bylaws of the Congress of Black Women of Canada adopted April 11th, 1982.

Congress of Black Women
704-44 Princess Street
Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada
R3B 1K2
Phone: 204-775-4378

www.cbwc-manitoba.com