1. To lead, develop, and advocate for women of African descent by way of community-based services and programs on issues of health, education, and economic empowerment. 2. To unite non-profit organizations of women in a council of organizations primarily concerned with the welfare of Negro women. 3. To build cohesion between women through our shared similarities and distinct differences. 4. To devise ways to use each others' differences to enrich our vision and our joint struggles.