Tag: Diversity in leadership
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Dr. Tashni-Ann Dubroy becomes NACUBO’s first Black female board chair, bringing Jamaican-influenced leadership to U.S. higher education administration.
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Angela White-Jones makes history as the first Black president of Orlando’s Junior League, bringing diversity to a 77-year-old tradition of community service.
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Vernice Armour, America’s first Black female combat pilot, to inspire Heidelberg University students as keynote speaker for the Patricia Adams Lecture Series in September 2024.
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Shontell Robinson makes history as Forsyth County’s first African American woman county manager, promising inclusive governance and community engagement through countywide listening sessions.
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Carol Moseley Braun, the first Black woman elected to the U.S. Senate, has taken on a new role as chair of the United States African Development Foundation, championing diversity and overcoming biases in leadership roles while energizing Black…
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The historic moment as Speaker Joe Tate becomes the first Black Speaker of the House in Michigan’s history. Explore Tate’s trailblazing journey, the challenges of bipartisanship in a divided legislature, and the evolving diversity of Michigan’s political landscape.
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Guillermo Nurse’s historic victory as North Carolina’s first Latino mayor and Oxford’s first Black mayor marks a pivotal moment in the state’s political landscape. Explore Nurse’s journey to city hall, his commitment to unifying Oxford, and his vision…
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All about Barbara Foushee’s historic election as Carrboro’s first Black woman mayor. Learn about her journey, priorities, and the promise of a more inclusive future under her leadership.
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Alicia Atkins becomes the first Black woman elected as chair of the Henrico School Board. Explore her journey from initial election to leadership roles, and learn how she advocates for education funding and support services.
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Discover how Stacey Stevenson made history as the first Black Chief Executive Officer at Family Equality, leading with compassion and conviction in advancing LGBTQ+ rights and equality. Learn about Stevenson’s personal journey and their vision for creating positive…
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