Forward Through Ferguson has appointed nine new board members as the organization reaches its ninth year of operation. Forward Through Ferguson centers impacted communities and mobilizes accountable bodies to advance racially equitable systems and policies that ensure all people in the St. Louis region can thrive.
Under the leadership of returning board co-chair, Elise Miller Hoffman, and new board co-chair Natalie Self, Forward Through Ferguson will continue to work towards a transformed and racially equitable St. Louis.
“Our new board members are passionate leaders in grassroots, civic, and corporate settings,” said Hoffman. “With their support, Forward Through Ferguson is in a strong position to serve as a trusted resource for institutions and individuals that seek to build a racially equitable St. Louis.”
Forward Through Ferguson nine board members are Adeola Adewale, ABNA Engineering, Shonté Byrd, St. Louis County Counselor’s Office, Carrie Collins, Beyond Housing, Marcel Hagens, Action St. Louis, Ishak Hossain, St. Mary’s Hospital, Jhimae Lewis, U.S. House of Representatives, Vernique May, Washington University, Olin Business School, Justin Raymundo and BioSTL Marcherie Vázquez US Bank CDC.
The year 2024 marks 10 years following the killing of Michael Brown Jr. and the Ferguson uprising, which led to Forward Through Ferguson’s creation. The organization plans to honor Brown’s memory through community partnerships and commemorative storytelling.
The organization will soon release its 2023 Impact Report, which will unveil the 2023–2026 strategic plan and continue to share stories and testimonials about Forward Through Ferguson
The organization will continue to offer workshops, equity assessments, leadership training, and action planning to residents and institutions that seek to transform their spheres of influence towards Racial Equity.
