Leading Ladies of Mississippi gathered for a powerful day of leadership development, sisterhood, and spiritual alignment during our 2026 Leadership Training and Sisterly Bonding Day.

Centered around the theme “The Power of WE — Shining in Purpose, Leading in Unity,” this transformative experience strengthened the foundation of our organization while warmly welcoming potential members into the vision, mission, and heart of our sisterhood.

Through intentional moments of connection, learning, and encouragement, the day reflected what Leading Ladies of Mississippi stands for:

Women growing together.
Women serving together.
Women leading together.

Leading Ladies is committed to strengthening local communities through service and civic engagement. We work to increase voter registration and participation across the state—ensuring every woman’s voice matters.

This board represents the dedicated women of Leading Ladies of Mississippi for the 2025–2026 term—leaders united in service, sisterhood, and community impact across the state.

Help us welcome the newest women to  our Leading Ladies of Mississippi sisterhood! 

Rena Smith, Barbara Kendrick, Jori Glass, Latonya Mann, Victoria Hodge. Valentina Henry, Telecia Kennard, Erica Matlock, Tracie Hicks and Kristyana Flowers

Leading Ladies of Mississippi proudly partnered with the AB Devine C.O. Chinn W.E. Garrett Head Start Center to support students through a day of service and giving. Our members donated books and blankets, prepared gift bags, read to children, assisted in classrooms, and helped with serving throughout the day.

This project reflects our continued commitment to community service, education, and uplifting the next generation.

Through community outreach, advocacy, and service, Leading Ladies of Mississippi works collectively to uplift women, strengthen families, and create lasting impact—one project, one partnership, one purpose at a time.

Held on January 17, 2027, the All White Southern Sophistication Gala was an unforgettable evening of elegance, creativity, and sisterhood. Each boho-inspired table was beautifully decorated by our members, reflecting individuality, unity, and intentional design. We extend heartfelt thanks to everyone who attended, supported, and helped make this night a true celebration of community, collaboration, and the power of women coming together with purpose.

In addition to leadership training and development, the Leadership Conference was filled with joyful fellowship and meaningful connection.

The ladies shared a beautiful Paint & Sip session, creating art, laughter, and lasting memories together.
And the food was simply unforgettable — a delicious meal that continues to be talked about long after the event ended.

These moments reminded us that true leadership is not only built through learning, but also through community, care, creativity, and shared experiences that strengthen the heart of our sisterhood.

In continued commitment to our mission of service, unity, and compassion, the Leading Ladies of Mississippi recently partnered with the City of Carthage to support local food banks across the state.

Through the generosity and dedication of our sisterhood, we successfully collected over 50 bags of rice to help provide essential nourishment to families in need throughout Mississippi.

This outreach reflects the heart of who we are:

Women who serve with purpose

Women who lead through action

Women committed to uplifting our communities

We extend heartfelt appreciation to Lady Shirley Nichols for her support and assistance in making this project possible.

Together, we continue to shine in purpose and lead in unity — serving Mississippi one project at a time.