Longtime San Jose resident Ms. Dorothy M. Paynes RN, BSn, MPH, Trail-Blazing Retired Registered Nurse, a US Navy Veteran passed away peacefully on September 30, 2024 at the age of 92!  She left a trailblazing legacy that will,continue,to inspire others for generations to come! Ms. Paynes was one of the first recipients of an inaugural  2014 “Villager Award” in recognition of her active participation in the establishment of community impact Programs and Projects.

AframGlobal Organization Inc. & Village Projects Initiatives Join Forces with Becky's Foundation to Unveil a Groundbreaking Arts-In-Residence Pilot Program.

AframGlobal Organization Inc. and VillageProjects Celebrate Octogenarian Volunteer, Mrs. Janet Peterson During Historic Visit to Senya Beraku, Ghana 

 *The 87-Year-Old HBCU  Advocate Marks a Milestone as a leading  Participant in the 2023 AframGlobal Organization Inc/Village Projects Initiatives in Senya Beraku, Ghana*

Dr. Berenice DeAguiar Silva has been selected as one of the 2017 Villager Award Honorees.  Her work over many year of making a difference in her community has been pivotal in efforts to reduce health and education disparities in her community in Brazil.  It is her on-going service that has now propelled knowledge of her work and strategies to the international stage.

Ivy Arlinda Goolsby, an exemplar of "Lifting as we Climb,"  has consistently found ways in which to reduce disparities in Long Beach, California. The growth and development of this city stands as a virtual testimony to the decades of overcoming challenges and finding opportunities exemplified by Ms. Goolsby and others who have benefited from her trailblazing work in the local community. 

Afram Global Organization Inc announced today that Major General Mary Kight, US Air Force Retired, will be one of the honorees at the 2017 Villager Awards hosted at the Long Beach Hilton Hotel and Executive Meeting Center on Saturday May 27, 2017.  This award honors African-Americans and others of African Ancestry  who have been deemed exemplars of "Lifting as we Climb!"Major General Kight's lifelong commitment to mentoring younger generations and to empowering the success of others is a source of strength to all who know her.  She along with other honorees will be recognized at this Annual Villager Awards Event.   Early bird tickets are available at www.villagerawards2017.brownpapertickets.com

 Afram Global Organization Inc. announced today Dr. Charles Alexander,  UCLA Associate Vice Provost for Student Diversity and Director of the Academic Advancement Program will be honored with a 2017 Villager Award on May 27 at the Annual  Villager Awards Luncheon Gala hosted at the Long Beach Hilton Hotel and Executive Meeting Center, Long Beach, CA.   These distinguished Awards are presented annually to African-Americans and others of acknowledged African ancestry  at the local, state, national, and international level who have consistently distinguished themselves as exemplars of “Lifting as we Climb.”   Early bird tickets are available at

http://www.villagerawards2017.brownpapertickets.com

The Village P.r.o.j.e.c.t.s/AframGlobal Organization Inc  selects Nicholas Phillips Terhune as a recipient of   the "Standing in the Gap - Academic Achievement Award" - 2013.  Nicholas is a student at Union High School in Vancouver, Washington.

Patricia Jackson-Kelley, Lt. Colonel (US Army Ret) was recently appointed as the newest member of the Los Angeles County Veteran's Advisory Commission. 

 A major conference is coming to Southern California in fall 2014.  This conference will provide a new vision of strategies to address issues of Diversity in Leadership.  JPR Consulting is bringing together leaders from throughout Southern California and beyond.

African-American nurses have the opportunity to learn about the cultures and healthcare systems on the African Continent by volunteering. Persons from other populations may also partner with African-Americans and join in this experience.  This is an excellent opportunity for teaching, learning, and expanding clinical knowledge while re-connecting with the culture.

The Village P.r.o.j.e.c.t.s joins California Partnership For Access to Treatment.

Shown above: Villagers Shirley Pate RN, Former Southwest Regional DIrector, Chi Eta Phi Sorority, Inc, discusses strategies with Barbara Napper RN, Project Coordinator, Strategies for Increasing The Diversity in California Nursing Workforce.

Randall "Randy" Sullivan RN celebrated her 80th birthday this year!  Her life story is one of fun, adventure, professional and community service that inspires us all. The Village P.r.o.j.e.c.t.s salutes Ms. Sullivan for her many years as a Registered Nurse and for all the mentoring and encouragement that she has provided to many others.

Travis Hicks is one of many African-Americans who were actively involved in the Space program. In a recent interview he spoke enthusiastically about his 40 year career in the space electronics industry.  The Village P.r.o.j.e.c.t.s. (http://www.villageprojects.net) is introducing young people to career role models in areas of Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math (STEM). 

Dr. Cherif Keita, Originally from Mali continues to lead a Francophone Off-Campus Studies Program to Mali each year. He is a true "Scholar Within."

Congratulations to History Maker, Dr. Marlon Hall, Incoming President, Lassen Community College.

James Janisse brings a world of information to his radio show daily.  He enables his listeners to not only hear the music, but to know the stories behind the music. Listening to his show is a must for those desiring to gain a true appreciation of Jazz. His story is motivational! 

Congratulations to UCLA assistant professor, Dr. Kynna Wright-Volel RN

The Village P.r.o.j.e.c.t.s connects its participants with the organizations and communities  seeking information about the challenges and opportunities of African-Americans.  During the first quarter of 2012, our participants have been actively involved and visible in a number of events.  This month we applaud Dr.Rachel Plotkin, Dr. Patricia Hinchberger,  and  Ernesta Wright for their work in the community and for sharing their stories with various audiences.

The Village P.r.o.j.e.c.t.s congratulates Dr. Keith O. Hilton on launching the upcoming 9th Annual HHEW Leaders Conference and Retreat on June 20-24, 2012. This is one of the most exciting open space dialogue conferences in which African-American leaders and youth can come together and learn from each other's experiences.  This year's event is expected to be standing room only. Early registration is encouraged. Village P.r.o.j.e.c.t.s founder, Dr. Gloria Willingham-Toure' as well as other 'villagers' are expected to participate in this year's conference.  Historic Black College Alumni are among the leaders and founding members of this exciting conference.  

The Village P.r.o.j.e.c.t.s congratulates The Tuskegee Airmen Scholarship Foundation (TASF) and the National Black Nurses Association (NBNA) on the establishment of the Della H. Raney Nursing Scholarship, named after the first chief nurse assigned to the Tuskegee Air Field.  

Ernie Garcia, who served as dean of Cal State San Bernardino's College of Education for more than a decade during the 1980s, will be honored at the third annual Latino Education and Advocacy Days summit at CSUSB on Wednesday, March 28, at the university's Santos Manuel Student Union Events Center.

Dr. Loucine “Lucy” Huckabay, Director, School of Nursing, California State University, Long Beach is 2012 Recipient of Chi Eta Phi Sorority Inc., Southwest Region Humanitarian Award. 

The Village P.r.o.j.e.c.t.s salutes Chi Eta Phi Sorority Inc., Southwestern Region on its upcoming conference in Long Beach, California March 8-10, 2012.  Conference attendees will include members and officers from throughout the Western Region as well as National Officers. This active and influential organization is led by Dr. Mildred D. Fennal, Supreme Basileus(National President). Joy Powell RN is the Southwest Regional Director.