TCI Sponsors the following post: Virginia’s New Budget Sends Mixed Messages about Our Values After a lengthy budget negotiation process, Gov. Youngkin ceremoniously signed the 2022-2024 Virginia budget into law on June 22, 2022. Budgets are moral documents that reflect what and whom we value. This new budget sends mixed messages about Virginia priorities, especially […]
During the past two years, there have been several tenants who were able to remain in their homes due to federal and state protections. While the moratoriums have been lifted in other states, Virginia has been one of the few that kept protections for tenants, especially for those who were facing economic hardship. However, on […]
Adults everywhere can experience the therapeutic power of coloring while learning simple secrets of success with the release of Rich with Color: A Motivational & Inspirational Adult Coloring Book, expertly crafted by H. E. Thompson Jr., an entrepreneur and award-winning podcaster. Who this coloring book is for:• Young adults & new graduates finding their way through […]
When civil engineer Jamila H. Lindo was pursuing her degree, she noticed that she was often the only female or Black female in her classes. And when tutoring youth students, they were often confused or surprised why she chose the field of study that she did. Realizing that this was a lack of exposure and […]
Today, Governor Glenn Youngkin ceremonially signed the Virginia State Budget, which delivers on his promise to provide tax relief for Virginian families, increase funding for law enforcement, and support the development of lab schools, among other key initiatives of his Day One Game Plan. “Every day we have worked hard to build a more prosperous […]
For more than 40 years, the idea of collective bargaining in Virginia was simply that: a pipe dream. As of Wednesday night, however, the dream has come one step closer to reality as the Prince William County School Board voted 7-1 to pass a collective bargaining resolution. What this means is that the resolution will […]
by Jennifer Roberts, founder of Conversations in the Community I grew up in Prince George’s County, Maryland in the 80’s and 90’s. I attended two predominantly Black elementary schools, a predominantly Black middle school and a predominantly Black high school. While I was always exposed to people from different racial and cultural backgrounds, the people […]
Tanya Taylor is the Founder & CEO of Grow Your Wealth, a financial education platform that teaches professionals how to ditch bad debt and create a 6 or 7-figure retirement income even if they don’t have any plans in place. Tanya is a Certified Public Accountant and holds an MBA in Strategic Management. She has spent most of […]
Alex Harvell “Nothingiseye” is changing the game and breaking barriers. I got the chance to interview Alex about his music and his organization. How would you describe your music? My music is very multi-dimensional in the sense of I don’t limit myself to specific genres or to a certain label. Various categories include blues, jazz, […]
by Jennifer Roberts, Founder of Conversations In the Community We must proactively address racism in our school communities. We must create learning environments that are safe for all students and take thoughtful and swift action when racial and cultural violations occur . We need more effective training and accountability for teachers and staff concerning microaggressions […]
