Definition | Programs and Initiatives | CIE Advisory Board Information

Definition:

The Center for International Excellence focuses on partnering with organizations outside the United States to share program initiatives adopted or proven concepts/strategies that will improve the quality of life for developing countries or marginalized communities outside the United States. International Excellence is HBC's approach at making sure that international non governmental organizations are mentored and supported in developing their infrastructure in a way that is responsive to the needs of their targeted communities. The primary focus is to share what we know and utilize Pablo Freire's community development model to improve the life of global community members.

Programs and Initiatives:

The organization has a Memorandum of Understanding with the Centre for Popular Education and Human Rights Ghana to serve as a fiscal sponsor for grants and assist in developing its board of directors, spearhead program development and infrastructure with a specific focus on human rights in regards to the Ghanaian community as well as serve as a mentor to the organization. HBC's CEO Evans has a seat on the board of directors.

The organization has a Memorandum of Understanding with the Young Ghana Youth Organization to serve as a fiscal sponsor for grants and assist in developing its youth leaders, spearhead HIV/AIDS awareness programs and initiatives for youth and young adults in Ghana; identify resources for the development of its farming system program and mentor the organization's overall development and growth. HBC's CEO Evans serves as the International Chairman on the board of directors.

Ghana HIV/AIDS Awareness Project is an initiative in Ghana, West Africa intended to mobilize Ghanaians to be enlightened with basic and advanced information about HIV/AIDS (i.e. transmission modes, infection rates, etc.) in their region; empowered to act with the information they receive to become involved with local city, town or village efforts; and act responsibly with what they have learned and educate others about HIV/AIDS in Ghana. This initiative was founded by three organizations: Centre for Popular Education and Human Rights Ghana; Young Ghana Youth Organization; and Healthy Black Communities. currently, there are two additional organizations working with HBC on this project: Development Solutions, Inc. and Charity Youth Organization, Inc.

CIE Advisory Board Information:

The Center for International Excellence shall have an advisory board of no more than sixteen members from the international community (one from each West African country), with one HBC board member serving as the chairperson. This advisory board shall provide guidance and feedback regarding international programs and initiatives developed by the organization. This body shall adhere to the by-laws, policies and procedures of Healthy Black Communities, Inc.

Would you like to be a member of the Center for International Excellence's Advisory Board? Just email your resume to cieadvisors@hbc-inc.org and someone will contact you to discuss your interests.

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