Tag: First Black woman chair
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Sophie L. Gibson becomes the first Black woman to chair Saint Augustine’s Board of Trustees as the HBCU fights to keep accreditation. Learn about the historic leadership change.
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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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