W H O  W E  A R E  

Organizing to support black lives 24/7/365!

Our Mission & Vision Statements:


The mission of People of Progression is to use our collective voice, resources, and collaborative partnerships so African Americans and all diversities under the African diaspora reach their full potential, lead healthy lives, and live safely within their communities.

People of Progression envisions a society that honors all Afrodiasporic identities, respects our experiences, and celebrates a thriving Black community as a source of pride and joy.


Our Story

Our work started in 2020, when a group of community leaders partnered with a local barbershop to give the community a safe space to come together and heal after local civil unrest. 

Deeper issues emerged in our support spaces that continually have been systemically impacting black youth & families. Lack of advocacy services from a culturally focused lens was causing wide gaps in care for our most volnerable population to discrimination and harm. 

Over time, our vision and partnerships grew to form People of Progression. We secured our non-profit status in late 2020 and opened our office to provide direct services in 2022. Since we have opened our doors, we have served over 400 individuals & families with support such as but not limited to housing, employment, and legal advocacy services.

Our Staff Team

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Kristen
Kelly

Executive Director
& Co-founder

Elijah
Evans

Community Engagement Manager

Chloe 
Thomas

Health Equity & Suicide Prevention Coordinator

Kimberly
Huddleston

Lead Support Services Advocate

Brandon Williams

Employment Advocate Intern

Takieta
Pritchard

Community Outreach & Volunteer Coordinator

Malikiya Nance

Maternal Health
Class Facilitator

Katie
Huskey

Support Group Facilitator
Licensed Clinical Therapist

There are many ways to get involved!

Want to join an organization that supports, empowers, and centers the needs our local black community?

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Our Board of Directors 

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Orson
Fournillier

President

Kathy Constantin

General Member

William Green

General Member

Ricki Kennedy

General Member

Ciara Hill

General Member