Member Testimonials

We invite our members to share their memorable moments with BWNJ! Tell us about the friendships you’ve built, the support you’ve received, and the ways BWNJ has positively impacted your life, both personally and professionally.

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A Word From Keshia Knight Pulliam

Newark Native and Emmy Nominated Actress

A Word From Raheem DeVaugn

Grammy Nominated Artist and Newark Native

Tamara Lee

Princeton, New Jersey

"I have been a member of BWNJ for 6 months and I love it. It feels like home and a safe place. I love that we genuinely support, uplift, and love on each other. I recently I had a disagreement with someone who said "black women lack camaraderie." He said we are always in competition with one another and compared to other races of women we are not united. I disagreed with him on a large scale. BWNJ helps debunk those sentiments. I love it here. I have yet to participate in any gatherings, but I did join the BWNJ support group which I greatly appreciated. My goal is to get more involved in the future. I love Shanique's energy and enthusiasm. She's a beacon of light.

To all my fellow BWNJ members who can contribute their time and effort to keep this group's movement growing, you ROCK!

Shalia Bagley

Rahway, NJ

May 1, 2024

I am having the best experience ever with this beautiful group of lovely queens. The Gala was everything and I cannot wait until next year! I am having the best experience ever with this beautiful group of lovely queens.

Tena Gifford

Elizabeth, NJ

July 1, 2024

I am in love with the unity of women of color within BWNJ! I have found a gym partner and friend for life. Fostered an amazing network to assist and help less fortunate seniors within our non profit with housing through this network! I’ve now joined the directory with my business and expect nothing less than excellence, based on what I’ve experienced so far!

Bayyinah Marbury

Union County, NJ

July 18, 2024

While I’ve only been a member for 6 months, so many blessings and opportunities have come my way from being connected to Shanique and these amazing women. I believe that when one of us wins, we all win. This group is welcoming, supportive, encouraging, funny, and the epitome of true sisterhood. We really are better together and I’m grateful to be a part of this tribe.

Safiatu Savage

Middlesex County, New Jersey

"I found BWNJ when I was recently divorced and seeing the rainbow after the storm. I decided I needed a life that included friends at a similar stage in life with similar interests. I was immediately welcomed by Shanique and members and knew I found just what I was looking for! BWNJ has been a great resource for authentic connections, info, and a guaranteed exciting time at each and every event. With thousands of members, it is clear BWNJ filled a need for unaffiliated sisterhood for the Black Women of New Jersey."