Sybil Haydel Morial passed away on September 23, 2024. She was 91. A civil rights activist, she was a passionate voice for women’s suffrage and racial equality. Following the passage of the federal Civil Rights Act, she worked hard to implement racial equality at the local level in Louisiana. In...
Category: Linklights
Spotlight: New Orleans (LA) Chapter Member Arnel Cosey
Congratulations to New Orleans (LA) chapter member Arnel Cosey, a 2024 CityBusiness Women of The Year award recipient. The award recognizes women who have made a difference in the community and are leaders in business. The award also recognizes nonprofit organizations that have helped women and children in the community. Arnel...
Chapter Dine Around
The New Orleans (LA) Chapter of The Links, Incorporated has been serving the community in Friendship and Service since 1957. Our members work tirelessly through strategic programming and are committed to enriching, sustaining and ensuring the culture and economic survival of African Americans and other persons of African ancestry. We...
Link*ish ~ The Homecoming Edition
The 2024 New Orleans (LA) Chapter of The Links, Incorporated's Annual Retreat focused on celebrating our Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) and ensuring that the legacy of those revered institutions of learning is sustained and thriving in the years to come. The Links, Incorporated celebrates HBCU Awareness. Since the...
Congratulations, New Orleans (LA) Chapter member Vonda Flentroy-Rice on your ascension to National Protocol Chair
The New Orleans (LA) Chapter of The Link, Incorporated could not be more proud of its member, Vonda Flentroy-Rice. Her ascension to the position of National Protocol Chair is a tremendous honor. We know that there are many dedicated Links members, but the selection of Vonda Flentroy-Rice was the right...
11th Annual HBCU Art Showcase at the Ogden Museum of Southern Art
Featuring artwork by students attending Dillard University and Xavier University of Louisiana Eleven years ago, Ogden Museum of Southern Art and The New Orleans (LA) Chapter of The Links, Incorporated formed a partnership with the goal of presenting an exhibition that would spotlight works of art created by students attending...
Linklights ~ Kiki Baker Barnes
New Orleans (LA) Chapter member Kiki Baker Barnes had the honor of being the principal speaker at the University of New Orleans 2024 Commencement Ceremony. Ms. Baker Barnes is the commissioner of the Gulf Coast Athletic Conference, a 10-member conference of historically Black colleges and universities. Further, she holds both...
NOLA Links Love HBCUs
Links in the News: Spotlight – Rica Trigs
Congratulations to our sister, Rica Trigs, on the publication of - "All: A Woman's Journey to Fulfillment with God: A 21-Day Devotional". It is her first published writing. Such a wonderful accomplishment. We look forward to more inspirational publications in the future.
Links in the News: Spotlight – Courtney Thornton
We are proud of our sister, Courtney Thornton. She is the recipient of the Airport Minority Advisory Council (AMAC) Foundation Icon Award. As the Executive Vice President of Corporate Strategy & Business Development for Hudson, she is responsible for strategic development and growth of the company’s portfolio in North America...
Celebrating Alumna Links members at Le Musée de f.p.c.
Le Musée de f.p.c. is a historic museum and one of the country's few attractions dedicated exclusively to preserving the material culture of and telling the story of free people of color. New Orleans (LA) Chapter members hosted its Alumna and Platinum members to a delightful afternoon at Le Musée...
Spotlight: Congratulations, Angele Thibodeaux Burns!
Kudos to Angele Thibodeaux Burns, who now serves as the Youth Empowerment Project (YEP), Site Director of the New Orleans East program. YEP provides education, mentoring, job readiness and enrichment to youth in the community, in conjunction with the New East Community Center. PROGRAMS OFFERED by YEP IN NEW ORLEANS EAST:YEP ENRICHES offers...
Supporting the Girl Scouts of Southeast Louisiana
Girl Scouting builds girls of courage, confidence, and character, who make the world a better place. Guided by trusted volunteers, mentors and millions of alums, Girl Scouts lead the way as they find their voices , bring their dreams to life, and make changes that affect the issues most important...
Spotlight: Kiki Baker Barnes. The first black female Commissioner of the Gulf Coast Athletic Conference.
Dr. Kiki Baker Barnes has been Athletic Director of Dillard University in New Orleans for 16 years. She is a respected community and academic leader, university advocate, and innovator. Dr. Barnes' next chapter is as Commissioner of the Gulf Coast Athletic Conference.(GCAC). She will be the first black female Commissioner...
Kingsley House: Southern Area Gives $1,000 Recipient
Our partners at Kingsley House received a $1,000 donation as part of Southern Area of The Links, Incorporated Gives program. The New Orleans (LA) Chapter was thrilled when Kingsley House was selected for this award during the Southern Area holiday celebration! The New Orleans (LA) Chapter was one among several...
Member Spotlight: Dr. Lana Joseph-Ford
High Quality Earphones created for the Music Culture by Audiologist and New Orleans (LA) Chapter member, Dr. Lana Joseph-Ford. Dr. Joseph-Ford is taking the industry by storm and the Chapter could not be more proud of her. According to Dr. Joseph-Ford: Over the past year I've been working really hard...
Member Spotlight : Dr. Kiki Baker Barnes – Sports Illustrated 100 Influential Black Women in Sports
The New Orleans (LA) Chapter of The Links, Incorporated congratulates one of its members, Dr. Kiki Baker Barnes. Dr. Barnes is not only an accomplished educator and leader in the New Orleans community, she is that and more on the world sports stage. She is a phenomenal role model and...
Alumna Members Coming Together in Friendship and Raising Awareness
Friendship and Service are the two pillars upon which our Founders, Margaret Rosell Hawkins and Sarah Strickland Scott, established The Links, Incorporated. New Orleans (LA) Chapter Alumna members continue to honor our Founders in coming together in friendship and working to raise awareness during Breast Cancer Awareness Month. From left...
Ease On Down The Emerald Road
Connecting In Friendship and Service was the order of the day at the New Orleans (LA) Chapter's 2021 Annual Chapter Retreat on October 2. To be sure, the Lion, Tinman, Scarecrow, Dorothy and the Good Witch Glenda were all in attendance to lead the charge of planning the chapter's programming...
Member Spotlight: Penny Francis ~ One of 2021’s Most Influential New Orleanians
One of The New Orleans (LA) Chapter's most dynamic members - Penny Francis was recognized in the A-List of 2021's Most Influential New Orleanians. Penny is the principal designer and owner of Eclectic Home. Way to go Penny!
Spotlight: New Orleans Links Members
Congratulations to the President of the New Orleans (LA) Chapter, Tracey Flemings-Davillier, for being selected as one of the CityBusiness Women of The Year. Accolades also go out to New Orleans (LA) Chapter Member Dr. Kiki Baker Barnes. Women Leaders in College Sports has named Dr. Kiki Baker Barnes, athletics...
Spotlight – New Orleans Chapter Members
Kiki Baker Barnes, PhD Deborah Augustine Elam Dr. Kendra Mary Barrier Dr. Lana Joseph-Ford Chimene Grant-Saloy Members Making An Impact! All of the members of The New Orleans (LA) Chapter of The Links, Incorporated are dynamic changemakers not only in their field of expertise, but in the global community. Congratulations...
Platinum Members are Recognized
Always proud of its Active and Alumna members and their accomplishments, the Chapter has another reason to smile - 2 Alumna members are now officially Platinum Members. Congratulations Viola "Vi" King and Olga Pierre.
New Chapter Members addressing the personal care needs of women and girls
The New Orleans Chapter was extremely proud of its newest members' community service project. Titled 12 Days of Giving - Support Our Sisters, the nine new members sought to address the lesser known problem of lack of feminine hygiene education and products in underserved communities. It is often the case...
Linklights – Alumna members Millie Charles and Sybil Morial at MLK Day Celebration
New Orleans Chapter Alumna members Millie Charles and Sybil Morial honor the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King during the MLK Day celebration on January 21, 2019.
Alumna Member Millie Charles Honored
The Times-Picayune is marking the Tricentennial of New Orleans with its ongoing 300 for 300 project highlighting New Orleanians who have left an indelible mark on the City. Alumna member Millie Charles was recently highlighted. You can read the entire story here.
Linklights – Sunni Lebeouf and Dr. Tammuela Singleton
Congratulations to New Orleans (LA) chapter members Sunni Lebeouf and Dr. Tammuella Singleton. Sunni was selected by Mayor Latoya Cantrell as the New Orleans City Attorney. Dr. Singleton was named a 2018 Belle by the American Cancer Society. New Orleans chapter members are on the move and continuing to make...
Linklights: Deborah Elam – Dining With Deb
New Orleans Chapter member Deb Elam hosted an evening of women celebrating women on the eve of International Women's Day. 'Dining With Deb' was Ms. Elam's inaugural event with more to come in the months ahead. To be sure, it was a truly wonderful dining experience, but it was, as...
Linklights: SUNO School of Social Work named in honor of Alumna Link Millie Charles
Southern University at New Orleans's (SUNO) honored Alumna Link Millie Charles by dedicating its new school of social work - - The Millie M. Charles School of Social Work. Millie Charles, who founded the SUNO School of Social Work in 1983, is a social worker pioneer, educator, civil rights, community...
Linklights: Alumna Link Leah Chase named 2018 Humanist of the Year
The Louisiana Endowment for the Humanities (LEH), in partnership with Lieutenant Governor Billy Nungesser, has selected culinary giant and civil rights icon Leah Chase as its 2018 Humanist of the Year. The award is given annually by the state’s humanities council as part of its efforts to recognize the individuals...
Martin Luther King, Jr. Day at The Ogden Museum
MARTIN LUTHER KING JR. DAY AT THE MUSEUM INSPIRED BY SOLIDARY & SOLITARY: THE JOYNER/GIUFFRIDA COLLECTION, PRESENTED BY THE HELIS FOUNDATION January 15 @ 10:00 am - 5:00 pm In honor of Martin Luther King Jr. Day, the Ogden Museum of Southern Art is hosting a FREE admission day for visitors of all...
Giving Back at Arthur Monday Senior Center
New Orleans Links wanted to give thanks to the seniors at Arthur Monday Senior Center and made a second visit to the center right before Christmas. Our new friends were excited about our visit and the opportunity to fellowship and have fun. [foogallery id="7718"]
Linklights – Michelle Blouin-Williams
New Orleans Chapter of The Links, Incorporated member Michelle Blouin-Williams was named by New Orleans City Business as one of the 2017 Women of The Year. Fifty honorees were chosen for the special honor, which recognizes "outstanding women whose successes in business and contributions to the community have set the...
Linklights – Penny Francis
New Orleans Chapter member Penny Francis and her daughter Casi Francis St. Julien of Eclectic Home were recognized by New Orleans Homes & Lifestyles Magazine as the Face of Interior Design and Retail. Additionally, Eclectic Home was one of the Best of Home Winners in the category of Best Place to Buy...
Spotlight on New Orleans Links
Linklights - Celebrating the Accomplishments of New Orleans Links. New Orleans Chapter members Crystal McDonald And Deborah "Deb" Elam were featured in two prominent business publications in July 2017. Entrepreneur Crystal McDonald, founder and CEO of Acrew, was featured as one of the first New and Notables of Biz New...