Concerned Black Women recognize community contributors

As quoted from Southern Md News

Many local women were honored for their contributions to the community, and women’s wisdom was noted by the guest speaker at the fourth annual Luncheon and Salute to Excellence Awards Gala of the Concerned Black Women of Calvert County on Saturday at the Rod ‘N’ Reel Restaurant in Chesapeake Beach

The more than 100 attendees, mostly dressed in business suits and dresses, listened to author Dorothy Bailey talk about the wisdom and life stories of a few of the 90 women she interviewed for her book titled, “In a Different Light: Reflections and Beauty of Wise Women of Color.” The book showcases beauty, wisdom and tenacity that these women portray, she said. She talked about overcoming struggles about which some of the women she interviewed spoke, and how they raised their heads high and overcame prejudices against them and personal adversities to become successful, positive women. …Read the full story

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