Recently on The Rashad Richey Morning Show, the National Forum for Black Public Administrators (NFBPA) was highlighted as a crucial organization working to advance African American leadership in government at all levels. The NFBPA, established in 1983, has over 2500 members nationwide and covers more than 350 jurisdictions.
During the interview, President of NFBPA, Darnell Brown, The Executive Director, Marcia Connor, and the Co-Chair of the Emerging Leaders Council, Shenequa D Crockett, discussed the importance of the organization and its programs.
Ms. Crockett also discussed the upcoming documentary titled ‘Beyond the Numbers: The Catalyst for Change.’ The film, developed by the Emerging Leaders Council, will highlight young executives under 40 who are making significant impacts on public administration and policy changes. Ms. Crockett emphasized the importance of having a voice in the room to ensure the securing of equity, the pushing through of policies in government and municipalities, and the maintenance and fight for justice and equality in areas where they are lacking. Ms. Crockett stated, ‘For us to have a voice in a room, for us to ensure that equity is secured, that policies are being pushed through in these governments and municipalities and that justice that we maintain and fight for equality where there isn’t any.’ The documentary aims to give visibility to these leaders who are often overlooked due to their age.”
Emerging leaders’ representative for the Seattle chapter of NFBPA, Dr. Julius Moss, shared his experience with the organization. Dr. Moss highlighted the significance of programs like the Executive Leadership program and Mentorship program. Dr. Moss emphasized the importance of getting more black leadership in government, as many African Americans depend on government jobs for employment. “It just seems like again the natural progression of just being able to create those systems and support those that work and those efforts to get more honestly black leadership in government,” said Dr. Julius Moss.
President of NFBPA, Darnell Brown, highlighted the organization’s four-decade history of mentoring and inspiring public servants across the country. Mr. Brown emphasized the need to transform the way government operates, especially in light of recent societal changes brought about by events like the George Floyd incident and the COVID-19 pandemic. Mr. Brown stressed the importance of providing excellent service, resources, and guidance to underserved communities.
As the interview continued, executive Director Marcia Connor elaborated on the diverse range of programs and initiatives provided by NFBPA. Additionally, she highlighted the organization’s preparations for their highly anticipated national conference, which is scheduled to take place in Baltimore, MD from April 3rd to 7th, 2024. For further details, please visit www.nfbpa.org.
The organization’s programs and initiatives, such as the Mentor Program and the Emerging Leaders Committee, provide support and opportunities for emerging leaders to create positive change in their communities. The upcoming documentary, “Beyond the Numbers: The Catalyst for Change,” aims to showcase and highlight the impactful work of young executives in public administration. For those interested in getting involved or learning more about NFBPA and the documentary, listen to the entire interview above.
Dr. Rashad Richey, host of the award-winning ‘Rashad Richey Morning Show’ on News & Talk 1380 – WAOK/V-103FM (HD3) (Weekdays 7am -10am), and the ‘Dr. Rashad Richey Review’ on SiriusXM’s Urban View (Sundays at 1pm and 9pm), was voted ‘Best Talk Radio Personality in Atlanta’ by readers of the Atlanta Journal-Constitution and named ‘Most Trusted Voice in Atlanta’ by the Atlanta Business Journal, making him the first African-American to receive these distinctions.
The intelligent and fearless television news anchor for the opinion news show, ‘Indisputable with Dr. Rashad Richey’ on the TYT Network, which was named ‘fastest growing TV news show in America’, and Political Commentator for The People’s Station V-103 FM, America’s largest urban station, also serves as President of Rolling Out, the largest free-print urban publication in the country. This multimedia powerhouse with over 3-million combined subscribers/followers on Facebook Watch, YouTube, Podcasts, and Twitch combined, is a noted multidisciplinary academic scholar and university professor/lecturer and an Emmy-nominated television Political Analyst for CBS News Atlanta.
Believing in the power of knowledge and education, Dr. Richey holds several advanced degrees, making him one of the most academically credentialed individuals in American history according to America News Now. Completing doctoral research studies in federal policy reform from Clark Atlanta University, Dr. Richey also holds a PhD from the Business University of Costa Rica where his research and doctoral dissertation highlighted the nuances and intersectionality of politics, policy and religion.
Being a student of leadership, Dr. Richey completed studies in Executive Leadership at Cornell University and was accepted into a specialty executive law program at Harvard University in International Finance: Policy, Regulation, and Transactions. Understanding the connectivity of culture and science, Dr. Richey earned his Master of Science in Neuroscience from the University of Pacific, where his master’s thesis researched cognitive functionalities of brain entrainment. Dr. Richey also completed a Master of Science in Applied Physics and Quantum Mechanics from Universidad Empresarial, his master’s thesis was adapted into a book titled, ‘Ancient Egyptian Mastery of Quantum Physics, Vibratory Frequency, and Geometric Sciences: An Overview of Complex Scientific Applications in Ancient Cultures’, which quickly became the #1 Physics, #1 Science, #1 History, and #1 Egyptian Genre b0ok on the Amazon platform.
As an executive leader, Dr. Richey says it’s imperative to combine business practices with compassionate leadership principles, which was a primary focus when completing his Master of Business Administration (MBA) program at Beulah Heights University. Dr. Richey also holds a Master of Laws (LL.M) in Humanitarian Studies from the University of Renaissance and a Doctor of Law in International Law (ABD) from the research institution, Azteca University.
He is currently in the final leg of completing his Juris Doctor (Law Degree) from Birmingham Law School and dually enrolled in a PhD in Quantum Physics program, which is a collaborative between the Clark Atlanta University physics department and the School of Life Information Science & Engineering at Asia Pacific School of Business.
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