The First National Convention of Black Women was held on July 29, 1885, in Chicago, Illinois. It was a significant event in the history of African American women’s activism and organization. The convention brought together Black women from various parts of the United States to discuss social, political, and economic issues affecting African Americans, particularly Black women.

One of the key figures associated with this convention was Frances E.W. Harper, a prominent writer, activist, and suffragist, who was a vocal advocate for the rights of African Americans and women. The convention provided a platform for Black women to unite and address their shared concerns, and it helped lay the foundation for future Black women’s organizations.

It also contributed to the larger movement for civil rights and women’s suffrage, advocating for issues like education, economic independence, and the elimination of racial and gender discrimination. The event helped pave the way for future activism by Black women in the United States.