Continental Societies Inc., Newnan Chapter members are women of character who are committed to active service in endeavors that improve the quality of life for children and youth. Members represent diverse backgrounds, possess strong capabilities, and display a variety of talents. Our concern for others, and particularly for children and youth, is foremost and is exemplified by our activities and standing in the community.
Membership is not denied by any woman because of race, creed, color, religion, or natural origin. Membership is not confined to the United States. Prospective members should portray qualities of leadership and ability to represent the Societies with dignity on any occasion and at all times and should have an educational background of not less than high school, or its equivalent.
2025-2026 Members
Dr. Tonya F. Whitlock, President
Dr. Cynthia Finney, 1st Vice President
Lisa Conley, 2nd Vice President
Melvinor Kendrick, Immediate Past President, Organizer *
Charlotte Hollins, Recording Secretary
Renate Brown, Corresponding Secretary
Dorothy Spearman-Ellis, Treasurer
Angela Hodnett, Financial Secretary
Shandria Sanchez, Sergeant-At-Arms
Dr. Dee Nelson, Chaplin
Vacant, Public Relations Officer
Anissa Patton, Parliamentarian
Mel Kendrick, Historian
Members
Gracie Rease *
Dr. Linda Dixon
Volita Almon
Southeastern Regional Officers
Dorothy Spearman-Ellis, Regional Treasurer
Anissa Patton, Regional Parliamentarian
National Officer
Dr. Tonya F. Whitlock, National Scholarship Committee
NOTE: * depicts charter members
Member Photos
Past Regional and National Offices Held:
Past Regional Directors - Juanita Byrd, Melvinor Kendrick, Beverly McCray
Regional Recording Secretary - Gracie Rease
Past National Offices Held:
National 2nd VP - Melvinor Kendrick
National PR Chair - Dorothy Spearman Ellis
National PR Committee - Volita Almon
National Parliamentarian - Anissa Patton
National Economic Development Committee Chair - Lisa Conley