The Bethune-Height Changemaker Pathways (BHCP) are an intentionally designed programmatic response to the systemic barriers and inequities that continue to stifle the maximized success of Black women nationwide. BHCP is named after the National Council of Negro Women’s (NCNW) visionary founder, Dr. Mary McLeod Bethune, and longest serving president, Dr. Dorothy Irene Height. These two influential women embody what it means to be a true social justice changemaker as clearly exemplified by their rich legacy stemming from their lifelong commitment to advocacy, empowerment, movement leadership, service, and social action. NCNW rising changemakers are Black women and girls who are committed to walking in the footsteps of the heroines who came before them by first immersing themselves in BHCP programming to gain invaluable access and opportunity. Check out the inaugural cohort below.
BHCP is one way NCNW is creating space for young women who should be in the room where forward change is cultivated. This program creates an opportunity for Black women to change their personal and professional trajectory, and that of their community through facilitating GirlCon sessions, securing mentorship, and receiving civics education and professional development opportunities.
Meet the 2025-2026 Class
To learn more about the program or how to be involved, contact Halima Adenegan, Esq. at BHCP@ncnw.org.
