About Us
Our Mission - Our Values
The African-American Community Roundtable is an active coalition of social, civic, professional, spiritual and cultural groups committed to enhancing the overall quality of life for African-Americans throughout Howard County. Through civic engagement and community service the AACR raises awareness, empowers residents and works toward reducing inequalities among African-Americans.
Our Mission
The mission of the African-American Community Roundtable is to improve the overall quality of life for African Americans throughout Howard County. To fulfill this mission, the AACR is focused on ensuring that families are connected to critical resources that ultimately empower residents and encourage social and economic well-being. The AACR facilitates discussions and initiatives with the goal of increasing access to opportunities for African-American families and help them gain full participation in the broader community.
Our Leadership Team
Vernon E. Curry
President
Kerry G. Johnson
First Vice President
Felicia Gordon
Second Vice President
Jerryl B. Bethea
Treasurer
Patrice Netus
Financial Secretary
Shannon Moss
Corresponding Secretary
Tasha Vanterpool
Recording Secretary
Chairpersons
Nathaniel Alston
Economic Development
Ted Stewart
Public Safety
Daisy Matthews, PRP
Parlimentarian
Shirley Marc, BSN MS RN SANE-A
Health
Brianna Holmes
Education
Bertina Suber-Hanley
Education
Vacant
Social Justice
Vacant
Strategic Communications