MAWOCC is honored to be featured in the first episode of Crossroad Conversations.In this powerful interview, our President & CEO, Celia Johnston Blue, reflects on the pivotal moments that shaped her journey into leadership and the deeper purpose behind her commitment to community and collective change.We extend our gratitude to Jacqueline Monteiro and What’s Up
MAWOCC launches Intergenerational Leadership Academy – Girls of Color (ILA-GOC) Program in Springfield, MA – expanding its program to reach more high school girls of color in the Commonwealth.Program now serves girls of color in both Worcester/Worcester County and Springfield.Massachusetts Women of Color Coalition (MAWOCC) is proud to announce the launch of a new Springfield
Worcester, MA – September 12, 2025 — MAWOCC is excited to present our Public Service Champion Award to Karen Holmes Ward, Host, Executive Producer of CityLine, Director of Public Affairs and Community Services, WCVB-Channel 5 for her 40+ years of public service. She is an inspirational leader who has made significant contributions to the
Massachusetts Women of Color Coalition, Inc. (MAWOCC) Invites You to Celebrate Their 10th Anniversary at the Central MA Region Reception and Fundraiser Worcester, MA – August 22, 2025 — Massachusetts Women of Color Coalition, Inc. (MAWOCC) is proud to celebrate a decade of impact and resilience and transforming lives. MAWOCC warmly invites the public
By Alyssa Haywoode Photo by George Annan ’21 Celia Johnston Blue ’00 loves leadership. “I love developing people and watching them go on to higher levels,” Blue said, “because as a leader, that’s what you want your folks to do.” There is in her conception of leadership an interplay of lifting people and being
Last Wednesday (June 18, 2025) was a truly special evening. AAPIC had the joy and honor of co-sponsoring MAWOCC’s 10th Annual Western Region Reception and Networking Event in Springfield, and we’re still feeling the energy and inspiration that filled the room. MAWOCC, or the Massachusetts Women of Color Coalition, has long been a powerful
SPRINGFIELD, Mass. (WWLP) -The Massachusetts Women of Color Coalition held its western region reception tonight in Springfield to celebrate 10 years of advocacy and resiliency. Spirit of Springfield reveals theme for this year’s Bright Nights Ball Women gathered from across the region to celebrate this endeavor of inclusion, equity, and empowerment. The president of
Springfield, MA – June 16, 2025 — Massachusetts Women of Color Coalition, Inc. (MAWOCC) is proud to celebrate a decade of impact and resilience, and warmly invites community members, leaders, and supporters to join the Western MA Region Reception on Wednesday, June 18, 2025, from 5:30 PM to 7:30 PM at Penthouse 650 Weddings
A DAY FOR SISTERHOOD, HEALING, & CONNECTION! ALL WOMEN ARE WELCOME! Worcester, MA - Massachusetts Women of Color Coalition (MAWOCC) proudly presents a Day of Holistic Healing and Wellness, a dynamic and transformative day focused on sisterhood, healing, and connection - centered on the experiences of women of color but open to all women.
Originally published via Worcester Magazine, April 11, 2025. Photo: Rick Cinclair/Telegram & Gazette The Massachusetts Women of Color Coalition is marking 10 years, with something extra to celebrate: a new space to call home, with an office at the Grove Street Family Properties complex at 100 Grove St. On April 9, it was time