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Guest speakers provided enlightening information on ways to manage stress, and attendees created soothing scented candles, explored the affirmation station and selected serenity stones. Prize winners were selected from attendees who submitted their moments of joy in the Joy Jar. Attendees included members of the community and our integrated program participants from Isaiah House. Thank you to all who came out to support! https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/50ee0dc5e4b08fa507c18b7d/1775146976165-GYEO9CTDEU5S3M8JUCRT/IMG_1174.jpg Home - Shining A Light On Wellness March 28, 2026 was a day of uplift and self-care as North Jersey (NJ) Chapter held a very special Black Family Wellness Expo at Urban GLO, a Black-owned wellness business. Guest speakers provided enlightening information on ways to manage stress, and attendees created soothing scented candles, explored the affirmation station and selected serenity stones. Prize winners were selected from attendees who submitted their moments of joy in the Joy Jar. Attendees included members of the community and our integrated program participants from Isaiah House. Thank you to all who came out to support! https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/50ee0dc5e4b08fa507c18b7d/1775146974498-XGMLXV4IECW48GIH47MX/image000000%28208%29+%281%29.jpg Home - Bringing Awareness of the Trauma to Prison Pipeline In honor of Women’s History Month 2026, our chapter supported an impactful event at NJPAC through monetary donations and our presence. The event included a debut screening of the heart-wrenching film entitled Set Her Free, which exposes the trauma and harsh sentencing that many women face after years of abuse. The film was followed by a moving panel discussion with the film’s producers, reentry advocates and others with lived experienced. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/50ee0dc5e4b08fa507c18b7d/1771259394585-RDPN0YKTGFG78EXZ75NO/image000003%2813%29.jpg Home - Delivering High Impact Professional Experiences This February 2026, our HBCU committee has been hard at work providing professional clothing and hygiene supplies in support of the upcoming DevCon, a professional development conference for HBCU students in partnership with the Thurgood Marshall College Fund. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/50ee0dc5e4b08fa507c18b7d/1771259387342-V9TTB5SHFNR79FO8RLKE/IMG_4035+%281%29.jpg Home - Advocating for Second Chances On January 19, 2026, our chapter, in partnership with New Jersey Reentry Corporation, hosted an MLK Day of Service program titled Restoring Justice, Renewing Hope: Pathways to Reentry in Dr. King’s Legacy. The program brought together leaders from the legal and judicial system, faith leaders, public officials, and individuals with lived experience to engage in a meaningful conversation about reentry after incarceration—and what justice, dignity, and second chances look like in practice. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/50ee0dc5e4b08fa507c18b7d/1763578495033-3UNQTL48YKF1JVJ6I1I8/4514368473777342107.jpg Home - Helping Empower Reentry On November 14, 2025 North Jersey kicked off its new partnership with the New Jersey Reentry Corporation (NJRC). Aligned with the goals of our integrated program Standing in the Gap for H.E.R., chapter members donated and distributed hundreds of diapers, wipes and other hygiene products to families in need. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/50ee0dc5e4b08fa507c18b7d/1760709433217-G0GD935GAHK24P1YIIUJ/voterregis2025.JPG Home - Educating Future Voters on Why Their Voice Matters On October 13, 2025, North Jersey Links successfully registered dozens of voters at a local high school. In partnership with student ambassadors, we engaged students on why voting matters, how to vote, and who’s on the ballot. We left charged up by the opportunity to engage and by the students’ positive response. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/50ee0dc5e4b08fa507c18b7d/1760712231493-7M02JNNF3C8JZVFLM9VA/IMG_9076.jpg Home - Promoting Walking for Healthy Living September 27, 2025 was a National Day of Impact for The Links, Incorporated, marking the 30th Anniversary of the Walk for Healthy Living. North Jersey Links took to the pavement with members of the community at Watsessing Park in East Orange, and enjoyed chalk art, music and voter education. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/50ee0dc5e4b08fa507c18b7d/1760710983186-0758GKO8OIDT6EYW6TQW/chancbbq25.JPG Home - Gearing Up for Back to School On August 28, 2025, members of North Jersey (NJ) Chapter partnered with Chancellor Avenue School in Newark to help welcome students and their families back for a new year. The chapter provided students with school supplies and craft kits to build self esteem and foster creativity. Members also provided families and staff with a voter education table to check registration status and share key dates to know. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/50ee0dc5e4b08fa507c18b7d/1755818664742-OBG9MXLRDM87Z4D74YFT/IMG_8340.jpg Home - Exploring the Work of A Celebrated Artist On August 2, 2025 the Arts Facet partnered with the NAACP ACT-SO organization to sponsor 20 Newark students for a field trip to the Amy Sherald exhibition American Sublime at the Whitney Museum of Art. Students and teachers were joined by amazing docent, Kat Cheairs who expertly led the tour, allowing the group to be inspired by this great artist. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/50ee0dc5e4b08fa507c18b7d/1747931620863-L6JOA6EX4Q3MI2Z7VNV8/IMG_6452.jpg Home - Empowering Women and Building Futures On May 14, 2025, our National Trends & Services facet held a resume writing session with the incredible women of the Isaiah House. The workshop was a huge success, and many thanks to the chairs of our Services to Youth facet for leading the charge. Even the children of our re-entering ladies jumped in to craft their own resumes! We are making steady strides that will impact not only the women we serve, but also the next generation. Next up…mock interviews! https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/50ee0dc5e4b08fa507c18b7d/1744217672490-1WU91LZR4POYCY6P1UWF/20250324_104926.jpg Home - Preparing Students for the Future On March 24, 2025, North Jersey (NJ) Chapter travelled to Cheyney University to participate in their Blueprint for Success event. Chapter members helped prep students for the upcoming Internship, Job and Graduate School Fair by providing resume feedback and mock interviews. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/50ee0dc5e4b08fa507c18b7d/1744217670780-SDXCXMI5RQEZUNUVFAK7/20250324_134216+%281%29.jpg Home - Helping Students Step Into the Future In Style In March 2025, our chapter visited and stocked Lincoln University’s Career Closet, ensuring students are well-prepared for the future with professional attire. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/50ee0dc5e4b08fa507c18b7d/1744217871696-42A5MY9BGWJFB37Q8AHE/20250324_130941.jpg Home - Celebrating Another Investment in HBCUs On March 24, 2025, North Jersey marked another significant milestone with a $30,000 endowment check presentation to Lincoln University. Several administrators and student leaders were on hand to commemorate this effort which will provide much needed funds for students in need. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/50ee0dc5e4b08fa507c18b7d/1744218041058-4HYDKIDDEQT61OO04TCE/20250319_110539.jpg Home - Promoting Women's Wellness On March 19, 2025 our chapter collaborated with University Hospital to host a day of wellness in Newark as part of the 5th Annual Women’s Health Summit. We provided yoga instruction and vision boarding, and other activities to the attendees while promoting self-care and health screenings. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/50ee0dc5e4b08fa507c18b7d/1744217889869-6R82V3S90TGZGMZK17M3/20250319_092526+%281%29.jpg Home - Promoting Women's Wellness On March 19, 2025 our chapter collaborated with University Hospital to host a day of wellness in Newark as part of the 5th Annual Women’s Health Summit. We provided yoga instruction and vision boarding, and other activities to the attendees while promoting self-care and health screenings. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/50ee0dc5e4b08fa507c18b7d/1744218135459-L8PB3418G4BEB42SY78M/IMG_7401.jpg Home - Empowering Seniors on Their Health Journey As part of the Links, Incorporated’s national initiative, North Jersey (NJ) Chapter held its Black Family Wellness Expo on March 14, 2025 at Bethany Baptist Church in Newark. It was an incredible day dedicated to empowering seniors to take control of their physical wellness and mental well-being. Many thanks to all of our partners, especially CareSparc, Horizon Blue Cross and University Hospital, who joined us in this impactful effort. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/50ee0dc5e4b08fa507c18b7d/1744217939128-MRLPQNOPPGQPMWV4JXE9/IMG_7391+%281%29.jpg Home - Empowering Seniors on Their Health Journey As part of the Links, Incorporated’s national initiative, North Jersey (NJ) Chapter held its Black Family Wellness Expo on March 14, 2025 at Bethany Baptist Church in Newark. It was an incredible day dedicated to empowering seniors to take control of their physical wellness and mental well-being. Many thanks to all of our partners, especially CareSparc, Horizon Blue Cross and University Hospital, who joined us in this impactful effort. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/50ee0dc5e4b08fa507c18b7d/1742138624226-NG4BLDCKXBZK9KY7TZME/charbettyereadacrossamerica.JPG Home - Celebrating Reading On March 7, 2025 our chapter members joined thousands across the country for the annual Read Across America event. Our “celebrity readers” had a great time engaging with the Pre-K scholars at Chancellor Avenue School in Newark. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/50ee0dc5e4b08fa507c18b7d/1741713925873-K6UXSFWMYFVRNME6C5SY/Resized_Resized_20250224_150628.jpg Home - Standing In The Gap For HBCU Students On February 24, 2025 we were thrilled to participate in Cheyney University’s Founders Day celebration, which honored their longstanding commitment to education and community. During this special event, we presented a $30,000 check to support the North Jersey White Rose Emergency Fund Endowment. Thanks again to our wonderful Sole II Soul event supporters! https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/50ee0dc5e4b08fa507c18b7d/1742139265304-56PY6MRYZWFZVPP25BIM/Lincolntour.JPG Home - Mentoring HBCU Students In February 2025, our chapter visited Lincoln University and met with student leaders. We toured the campus, learned first-hand about what students need most, and discussed how we can help students get career-ready. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/50ee0dc5e4b08fa507c18b7d/1741713323494-B27FIN1BT30PXVAR40WR/c9d9cd50-e700-42d9-9f11-be87e60d4e40%2B%25281%2529.jpg Home - Inspiring a Love for S.T.E.A.M. In January 2025, North Jersey (NJ) Chapter, in partnership with 7 other Links chapters, traveled to Jamaica to provide enriching STEAM-focused workshops and activities to the students at St. Mary’s Prep. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/50ee0dc5e4b08fa507c18b7d/1736702891653-ENXN82IIVQY28LRE1LBM/chancellordec2024.jpg Home - Making Real-time Impact In December 2024, North Jersey collected donations of laundry supplies to fully furnish the chapter-sponsored laundry facilities at Chancellor Elementary in Newark. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/50ee0dc5e4b08fa507c18b7d/1733925725377-XYDF59L241SDES78DTXY/IMG_3652.jpg Home - Supporting Families in Need On November 25, 2024, North Jersey Chapter came together in a heartwarming display of community spirit as we assembled 75 Thanksgiving baskets for families in need in recognition of 75 years of dedicated service to our community. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/50ee0dc5e4b08fa507c18b7d/1733925723229-IECLI6DCKI215XKEPDT6/IMG_3803.jpg Home - Sharing the Importance of Organ Donation On November 17, 2024, our chapter partnered with Essex County Chapter for the National Donor Sabbath event at First Baptist Church in South Orange, NJ. We are proud to help bring awareness and participation in organ donation within the Black community. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/50ee0dc5e4b08fa507c18b7d/1733926595839-WIPBC2CVCL6WVMLWYB0P/IMG_0405.jpg Home - Standing in The Gap The Nov 5th Ribbon-Cutting Ceremony for Chancellor’s Closet marked months of hard work by our STY facet to bring a new full-service laundry room to the Chancellor Ave School in Newark. The lack of clean uniforms significantly impacts student attendance and success. Several students were on hand to present their artwork which will be featured within the laundry room. And North Jersey presented dozens of uniforms and supplies to keep Chancellor’s Closet ready for students! https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/50ee0dc5e4b08fa507c18b7d/1728078515442-XHF4EHOEKOQ72A96TFQC/IMG_4167.jpg Home - Walking For Our Health September 28, 2024 was a National Day of Impact for Links all over the country. North Jersey laced up our sneakers and hit the pavement for our annual walkathon featuring Zumba, hula hoops, chalk art and voter education! https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/50ee0dc5e4b08fa507c18b7d/1728078212143-WIB3KUAGI66KJ818RQ13/FullSizeRender.heic.jpg Home - Registering Voters North Jersey Chapter has been Linking Up The Vote at events across Essex County. From August thru November, we registered voters at an Essex County Re-entry facility, HBCUs, and at local schools in our service area. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/50ee0dc5e4b08fa507c18b7d/1742138042568-614IDYKKIREKJQHI0544/CHANCELLORBBQ.jpg Home - Spreading the Word About Chancellor's Closet On Aug 29, 2024 Chancellor Avenue Elementary School hosted its Welcome Back BBQ for students and families. North Jersey was on hand to register voters, raffle off prizes, and share information about our chapter's new Chancellor's Closet - a new full-service laundry room created by the North Jersey Links. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/50ee0dc5e4b08fa507c18b7d/1716565606345-88O6FGLBHENAC84DD1A2/SMPRibboncutting2024.JPG Home - Supporting Arts Education Across the Miles On May 17, 2024, North Jersey celebrated the grand opening of our brand new Music & Arts Center at St. Mary's Preparatory & Kindergarten in Montego Bay, Jamaica. With a full program of visiting dignitaries and student performances, it was a fantastic way to mark our 75 years of service! https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/50ee0dc5e4b08fa507c18b7d/1713403251188-O7JGV6P7GS13QS1DH18J/IMG_6558.JPG Home - Inspiring the Next Generation of Women in Politics On March 26, 2024, North Jersey Chapter hosted its annual Women’s History Month Celebration featuring a fireside chat with State Senator Britnee Timberlake and Essex County Commissioner and She Wins Founder A’Dorian Murray-Thomas. https://www.northjerseylinks.org/membership daily 0.75 2026-03-16 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/50ee0dc5e4b08fa507c18b7d/e810c684-16fc-4e52-892b-ff0688810cab/2026alumnaceleb.JPG Membership - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://www.northjerseylinks.org/leadership daily 0.75 2026-02-16 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/50ee0dc5e4b08fa507c18b7d/bb8fd6d8-d7fa-4a0a-8573-2bb7c7c28995/EBoardNJLinks25-+Fresco-0022.jpg Leadership - 2022 - 2024 Officers President - Heather Martindale Vice President - Kimberly MacKay Recording Secretary - Jessica Colon Corresponding Secretary - Antoinette Swanson Treasurer - Raquel Ray-Fraser Financial Secretary - Maureen Dodson Program Chair - Tiffany Lemon Services to Youth: Jackie East-Ross & Kim Walker The Arts: Madinah Hamidullah & Kimberly Whitehead National Trends & Services: Adunni Anderson & Robyn Pitts International Trends & Services: Jamelle Straker & Antoinette Swanson Health & Human Services: Jessica Colon & Paula Tuffin https://www.northjerseylinks.org/chapternews daily 0.75 2026-03-16 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/50ee0dc5e4b08fa507c18b7d/c4d8e0c2-a221-427d-82c1-83a2cf854f45/groupalumnamarch2026.jpg Chapter News - Celebrating the Legacy and Sisterhood of Our Alumna In March 2026, our chapter proudly hosted our “Forever Linked in Friendship” Alumna Celebration, a heartfelt afternoon dedicated to honoring the commitment, service, and lasting legacy of our Alumna members in The Links, Incorporated and within our chapter. Each Alumna member received a special surprise tribute from members sharing reflections about her contributions, leadership, and impact during her time of active service. These personal tributes highlighted the many ways our Alumna helped strengthen our chapter and exemplified the spirit of friendship and service that defines The Links, Incorporated. It was a heartwarming gathering where we shared stories and cherished the bonds that connect us. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/50ee0dc5e4b08fa507c18b7d/a57a46f5-5c77-42ed-9966-8713cc95ee99/Links25-01+Induction+Ceremony-Fresco-0776.jpg Chapter News - Expanding Our Chain of Friendship On May 10, 2025, North Jersey (NJ) Chapter warmly welcomed five amazing women into our sisterhood: Kenna Baudin, Alexis Davis, Shirell Gross, Rhonda McFarlane Richard, and Janet Hill Smith. Each brings unique talents, perspectives, and experiences to enrich our chapter. We shared laughter, stories, and heartfelt moments that will be cherished for years. We can’t wait to see the amazing things that each of them will contribute as part of our circle of friendship. Welcome, Kenna, Alexis, Shirell, Rhonda, and Janet! https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/50ee0dc5e4b08fa507c18b7d/63388bfc-ff29-43d4-b929-64ce00e938bd/IMG_7252.jpg Chapter News - Getting Excited About Reading In honor of National Reading Month and to celebrate the joy of reading and the magic of storytelling, The North Jersey (NJ) Chapter of The Links, Incorporated was invited to participate in a “Read Across America” event at Chancellor Avenue School in Newark, NJ, on March 7th, 2025. The North Jersey Links, including an Alumna member, were met by Junior National Honor Society student leaders and led to the school library, where they could browse the book collection and select titles to read. Afterward, they were escorted to Pre-Kindergarten classrooms, where they read books to the captivated young scholars and encouraged their love for literacy and learning. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/50ee0dc5e4b08fa507c18b7d/891ae0db-f490-4355-b98c-a5bde09360a8/NorthJerseyChapter_EndowmentFunds+PHOTO1_March+.jpg Chapter News - North Jersey Links Establish Endowments at Oldest HBCUs The North Jersey Links White Rose Emergency Fund was established in December 2024 by the North Jersey (NJ) Chapter of The Links, Incorporated as part of the National "Links Love HBCUs" initiative. This integrated program creates $30,000 endowment funds at both Lincoln University and Cheyney University to help address critical financial challenges faced by students nearing graduation or advancing to the next academic year. As we move forward during these critical and uncertain times, our chapter continues to be committed to partnering with HBCUs to enable, encourage and support students in their academic careers. We thank our Sole II Soul event supporters for your contributions to this historic effort. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/50ee0dc5e4b08fa507c18b7d/bf124b1b-26bd-4ec6-8aca-0372b2e3b137/firesidechatalumnaoct24.jpg Chapter News - Celebrating Legacy: Alumna Fireside Chat In October 2024, we hosted a special friendship activity: A Fireside Chat with our Alumna Members, a unique opportunity to connect with those who have paved the way for our current successes. This event was a heartfelt tribute to the legacy of service and sisterhood that our chapter has built over decades, bringing together 8 alumna members who spoke about the impactful service initiatives they spearheaded, the creative fundraising efforts they led, and the enduring friendships they forged. Through their stories, we were reminded of the chapter’s deep-rooted commitment to making a difference and the strong bonds of sisterhood and service that have always been a cornerstone of our organization. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/50ee0dc5e4b08fa507c18b7d/7a100cfa-547d-4a88-a14f-a8f2a2c77c2b/SMPMusicRoom.jpg Chapter News - St. Mary’s Music & Arts Center North Jersey’s vision of making a lasting impact in Jamaica has come to fruition. On May 17th, 2024, North Jersey (NJ) Chapter members travelled to Montego Bay for the official opening of the St. Mary’s Preparatory Music & Arts Center. The ribbon cutting ceremony featured inspiring performances by students and remarks by local dignitaries. Many thanks to our NJ donors and chapter partners for donating funds and instruments, and for making arts education a reality for our friends across the miles. https://www.northjerseylinks.org/services-to-youth daily 0.75 2026-01-13 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/50ee0dc5e4b08fa507c18b7d/b127447f-46ea-4fda-9c70-bad2f7e644bb/NorthJerseyChapter_EndowmentFunds+PHOTO2_March.jpg Services to Youth - SERVICES TO YOUTH In 1962, The Links, Incorporated created its first program facet, Services to Youth to empower black youth to use their intellect and spirit of achievement to become successful and productive citizens. https://www.northjerseylinks.org/the-arts daily 0.75 2026-01-13 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/50ee0dc5e4b08fa507c18b7d/1600890329577-F2GSS81B673V2MYMCWKB/IMG_9049.jpg The Arts - THE ARTS Established in 1964, The Arts facet aims to increase and expand art activity throughout black communities. https://www.northjerseylinks.org/national-trends-services daily 0.75 2026-01-13 https://www.northjerseylinks.org/international-trends-services daily 0.75 2026-01-13 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/50ee0dc5e4b08fa507c18b7d/67791603-51e6-44e6-ad58-062eb50d11b3/whawithjamaicanflag.jpg International Trends & Services - INTERNATIONAL TRENDS AND SERVICES The International Trends and Services facet was created in 1978 to provide services and deliver transformational programs to people of African ancestry globally so that they may have a better quality of life. https://www.northjerseylinks.org/health-human-services daily 0.75 2026-01-13 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/50ee0dc5e4b08fa507c18b7d/1744217939128-MRLPQNOPPGQPMWV4JXE9/IMG_7391+%281%29.jpg Health & Human Services - HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES In 2010, The Links, Incorporated established the Health and Human Services facet to promote and facilitate programs that support the maintenance of good health and the elimination of chronic health disparities in communities of color. https://www.northjerseylinks.org/links-on-the-move daily 0.75 2026-04-02 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/50ee0dc5e4b08fa507c18b7d/05ad791f-83cc-4aac-8b84-8ebf7b85a3d4/rhondanjpacappt.jpg Links On The Move - Rhonda McFarlane Richard Rhonda was recently named to the 2026 ROI Influencers Power 100 List. This prestigious honor recognizes top leaders from various sector across the state of New Jersey. Recently elected as the President of Woman@NJPAC, Rhonda is a strong advocate of the arts and brings a deep commitment to her role as steward of NJPAC’s mission. Congratulations Rhonda! https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/50ee0dc5e4b08fa507c18b7d/069c2768-b7eb-445c-b121-80facbd877e3/Wendy+.jpg Links On The Move - Wendy Bartie Congratulations to Wendy on being named an honoree of the 2025 Role Models For The Future Foundation’s Annual Gala. Wendy was recognized for her commitment to mentorship and developing the next generation of leaders through her various philanthropic endeavors and corporate positions including her current role as Executive Vice President of Corporate Affairs at Bristol Myers Squibb. 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