Sister-to-Sister: International Network of Professional African American Women, Inc.™ (Sister-to-Sister, Inc.) understands that Sisterhood doesn't require shared genes. Bloodlines don't determine who are our Sisters. With no strings attached, shared authenticity frees us to build trust, acknowledge our fears and flaws, create and celebrate happy times, and support each other, whenever needed. A community strengthens required resilience to ready the field for those coming behind. We stand on the shoulders of communities of Sisters whose beaming lights have guided our paths.
Letting go of facades and code-switching, we create long-lasting, positive relationships that withstand the test of time. Our Sister Circle rejects jealousy, resentment, envy, and any other negative emotion that can separate us. Classism, educational attainment, materialism, and career status are irrelevant as we focus on "wholeness." Joined spirits, diversity of thought, backgrounds, and lived experiences expand our view of the world. Our sameness and uniqueness encourages collective and individualized learning and self-growth, while commitment to serving others forges 'life enriching spaces" for ourselves, our families, and our communities.
At Sister-to-Sister, Inc. our vision is, standing together, building communities of Sisterhood, and realizing endless potential!
Our purpose is to extend authentic Sisterhood throughout the world through nurturing communities wherein Black females are respected, recognized, encouraged, supported, and loved, enabling them to thrive.
To advance equity in all aspects of Black women and girls’ lives through health, community, vital education, scholarship, social connectivity, emotional support, networking, and forums to showcase their creativity in a global environment.
On May 20, 2020, Sister-to-Sister: International Network of Professional African American
Women, Inc. became a tax-exempt public charity. However, our roots in Colorado are deep. We
began as Sister-to-Sister, an informal group of two-dozen Black women, on January 17, 1994.
With “no demands”, the group offered a nurturing haven of support, encouragement, education,
mentoring, and shelter from systemic racism and discrimination in intimate gathering spaces. By
just word-of-mouth and a created a sense of unconditional acceptance, belonging, and value,
Sister-to-Sister attracted 200 members.
The COVID-19 virus changed life for everyone. Staying at home led to Sister-to-Sister’s
incorporation with the goal of positively impacting more lives with innovative programming and
communications networks. We are approaching six hundred members. And any person with
internet may access most of our offerings, online. Advancing equity in critical areas like health,
wellness, education, and scholarship is our organization’s mission. Anyone interested in
supporting this mission may join. We offer programs, services, and benefits. Ninety-eight percent
are free. We have an all-volunteer governance and working board. Our leaders include board
directors from diverse backgrounds and professions, who share their time, talents, and
knowledge, and a volunteer CEO. Three part-time independent contractors and a small cadre of
volunteers support our operations. By advancing equity, Sister-to-Sister, Inc. continues to help
preserve and better human life, communities, and society.
Organization name
Sister-to-Sister, Inc.
2020
Tax id (EIN)
85-1053563
Category
Civil Rights, Social Action & Advocacy, Community Improvement & Capacity Building, Education, Health Care
Organization Size
Small Organization
Address
2701 Lawrence Street Suite 32CO, US
Denver, CO, US
Broomfield, CO, US
Boulder, CO, US
Aurora, CO, US