Chapter History

Our Chapter History

 

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The Washington (DC) Chapter, chartered in April 1948, is the oldest chapter in the District of Columbia/Maryland/Virginia (DMV) area.  It enjoys a rich legacy of friendship, community service and unwavering commitment to the goals, ideals and purposes of The Links, Incorporated.  We have 75 active and distinguished professional women who work together in friendship to make a measurable difference in our communities and to enrich the lives of those we serve. 

 Our Mission

Our Core Values are Friendship, Integrity, Honesty, Service, Commitment, Family Relationships, Courage, Respect for Self and Others, Legacy, Confidentiality, Responsibility, and Accountability.


Each person must live their life as a model for others.
— Rosa Parks

What We've Achieved

  • Annual Caregivers Forum

  • Visiting Artist Series with DC Public Schools

  • Senior Citizen’s Christmas Party with various Senior Citizen’s Centers

  • Links to Healthy Smiles

  • DMV Red Dress Program - volunteer and partnership support

  • Howard University Middle School for Science and Techology Partnership

  • LIFE Program at Banneker High School - Foreign Affairs and Business Empowerment for Youth

  • Voter Registration Drive with Howard University