Voices of Integrity, Courage and Empowerment

To empower women of all ages and all walks of life through support, information, and advocacy to strengthen democracy in our communities.

Areas of interest

  • Advocacy and support
  • Women's health
  • Connecting to resources  
  • Protecting reproductive freedom

Upcoming Events


VOICE Luncheon - Monday, August 17, 2026  

  • 11:00 a.m.—Registration & Networking

  • 11:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m. – Luncheon

Cost: $20.00 (CASH ONLY) Includes salad bar, dessert, drink, tax, and gratuity.

Location: The Surf Golf and Beach Club—1701 Springland Lane, North Myrtle Beach, SC 29582

DRESS CODE REMINDER: Jeans are not permitted under The Surf Club’s dress code policy

IF YOU NEED TO CANCEL - send an email to info@voicenmb.org

We are pleased to announce two speakers for our August luncheon!

Pat Shama, Horry County League of Women Voters (LWVHC) will speak about the work of LWVHC and our own efforts to make sure Horry County voters are ready to cast their ballots this fall.

Pat relocated to our area in 2011 and has been involved with local volunteer activities that reflect her devotion to democratic principles, including work as a Red Cross responder, early neighborhood organizer, poll worker, and activist for political education and non-partisan voter outreach.

Ashley Crary Lidow, Chief Strategy Officer, Women's Rights & Empowerment Network (WREN) will join us for the first time to continue WREN's Status of Women and Girls in South Carolina community conversation. Ashley will share what WREN heard from communities across the state, highlight common themes, and discuss the policy priorities expected to shape South Carolina's next legislative session — and how we, as civic leaders, can help shape that work going forward.


VOICE Happy Hour - Wednesday, September 2, 2026

Lulu's at Barefoot Landing       

4:00 PM - 6:00 PM 

4736 Hwy 17 South, North Myrtle Beach

Lulu's
Barefoot Landing
4736 Hwy 17 South, North Myrtle Beach

4:00 – 6:00 PM

We're mixing things up this month — join us for Happy Hour at a brand new location! Lucy Buffett's LuLu's at Barefoot Landing brings the fun, the warmth, and the good vibes that VOICE Happy Hours are known for — now with a waterfront view to match.

No registration required. No cost — just come, bring a friend, and pay for your own drinks. All are welcome!

Come enjoy good conversation, laughter, and connection in a relaxed island atmosphere

We hope you’ll make plans to stop by—whether for a quick hello or the whole evening.
Friends old and new are always welcome!

For more information, contact Jenny Kruegar - spinningjenny99@yahoo.com


VOICE Luncheon - Monday, September 21, 2026  

Justice Kaye Hearn retired from the South Carolina judiciary in 2023 after a 37-year career — the longest tenure in state court history — including 13 years on the SC Supreme Court, 15 years on the SC Court of Appeals, and 9 years on the family court bench. She was the first woman to serve as chief judge of the court of appeals and the second woman to sit on the state's highest court.

A cum laude graduate of Bethany College and the University of South Carolina School of Law, with an LL.M. from the University of Virginia, Justice Hearn now practices litigation and appellate law with the Wyche Firm in Greenville and Columbia. Her many honors include the Woman of Achievement Award, the Jurist of the Year Award, and recognition in the 2025 Best Lawyers in America.

She lives in Horry County, where her daughter Kathleen serves as a Magistrate Judge.