By: Editorial Team, inCity Magazine In a society often accused of adopting tech lingo with abandon, “disruptive” emerges as a term both feared and revered. Yet in the context of judicial offices, we rarely hear it. Meet Vickie Gipson, the newly appointed Chief Judge of the Anne Arundel County Orphans’ Court. Here is a person...
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First Black woman elected to Jasper County Commission spreads unity
Sheila Jones wore many hats in the community of Jasper County, Georgia, before making history as the first African American woman elected to the Jasper County Board of Commissioners in 2021. Jones, whose district is largely made up of the City of Monticello, previously served on the Jasper County School Governance Team in Monticello and...
At Congressional Black Caucus Foundation’s Phoenix Awards, Democracy Hangs in the Balance Ahead of 2024 Presidential Elections
Washington, D.C. — The 52nd Annual Legislative Conference (ALC) of the Congressional Black Caucus Foundation (CBCF) culminated in a Phoenix Awards ceremony that was equal parts glamour, grit, and gravity. The event, wrapped in the shimmering backdrop of elegant gowns and resplendent suits, underscored the urgency of the moment with a clarion call from President...
Congressional Black Caucus Foundation’s 52nd ALC: Not Just a Conference, But a Call to Revolutionary Action
Washington, D.C. – At the nexus of an upcoming presidential election and contentious Supreme Court decisions, the Congressional Black Caucus Foundation’s (CBCF) 52nd Annual Legislative Conference (ALC) is not your run-of-the-mill networking event. This year, it’s a battle cry. Lifting the curtains with its theme—Securing Our Democracy. Protecting Our Freedoms. Uplifting Our Culture—CBCF is forcing...
Network ‘n’ Chill: Season 2 Kick-Off – A Triumph of Community and Collaboration
Intro: A Gathering of Visionaries In the heart of Montgomery, Alabama, under the expansive southern sky, something extraordinary unfolded—a testament to the power of community, collaboration, and the unwavering commitment to positive change. The Network ‘n’ Chill: Season 2 kick-off was not just an event; it was an experience that celebrated the spirit of unity...
H3O Group closing the income gap in STEM education
A U.S. Air Force veteran, Hozell Odom III understands the importance of serving and giving back to his community for the greater good. With his military career now far behind him, Odom is using the leadership skills, training, and education he acquired throughout his career to offer opportunities to the next generation of leaders in...
Georgia mother creates nonprofit to uplift communities and families
Daverney Freeman stepped into the most important role of her life when she became a mother at the age of 16. “It’s the biggest challenge I have faced in my personal life,” said Freeman, who grew up in the small South Florida community of Fort Pierce. “There’s no way to fully prepare you for parenthood,...
Network ‘n’ Chill: Season Finale Sets the Stage for Collaboration and Human Connection
An Unforgettable Evening of Networking, Entertainment, and Meaningful Partnerships Are you ready to be captivated by the power of collaboration and witness the magic that unfolds when diverse individuals come together for a common cause? Look no further than the Network ‘n’ Chill: Season Finale, an event that celebrated the spirit of humanity, connection, and...
Birmingham father and son inspire youth to lead and serve
After experiencing the loss of two siblings at early ages, Birmingham resident Alexander Boone Jr. imagined all the possibilities they could have explored through giving back in the community. Boone’s sister, Ingrid, passed away when she was just a toddler and his brother, Steven, passed when he was a young adult. “Steven spent most of his...
Army major’s nonprofit empowers others through lifestyle wellness
For U.S. Army major and fitness coach Dewayne Webb, fitness encompasses balancing many dimensions of our lives. Webb, founder of the Christian-based nonprofit All About Fitness (AAF), leads free bootcamp-style workouts nine days a week to inspire others to live physically fit lives, but his participants are receiving more than just a workout. Since 2014, Webb has been encouraging...