Economic Empowerment

NCBWDC is dedicated to advancing economic empowerment for Black women and girls. We focus on building financial literacy, entrepreneurship, and generational wealth.

Financial Freedom Through Advocacy

A thriving community begins with financially empowered individuals. NCBWDC advocates for the economic empowerment of Black women and girls to ensure they achieve financial freedom. Through impactful programs, our goal is to serve as a catalyst for growth and financial sustainability.

Focus Areas: Financial literacy → Family wealth building → Entrepreneurship

Economic Empowerment Programs

  • $isternomics Empowerment Grant

    The Sisternomics Empowerment Grant stands as NCBWDC’s commitment to economic empowerment. Each year, this grant identifies and invests in Black women-owned businesses across Washington, DC — the entrepreneurs who are reshaping their communities through innovation and determination.

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  • Wealthy Wednesdays

    This program equips participants with practical budgeting strategies and financial planning knowledge they can apply immediately. Beyond sharing information, it builds the financial confidence women need to take control of their money and chart a path toward long-term financial wellness and independence.

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  • Career Development & Salary Negotiation

    In this program, women develop career-critical skills to articulate their professional value, negotiate fair compensation, and advocate confidently during performance reviews and job transitions, breaking through earning barriers and creating pathways to leadership and economic advancement.

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