Mary Lou Decossaux, Co-Executive Director of the NRC is an honoree of the Richmond History Makers award
The Valentine Richmond History Center launched Richmond History Makers in 2005 to annually recognize, honor, and celebrate those everyday citizens and outstanding organizations that are making significant contributions to the greater Richmond region. Nominees are chosen based one of the following areas: Creating Quality Educational Opportunities Improving Racial Equality and Social Justice Demonstrating Innovative Solutions Promoting Stronger Communities Fostering Regional […]
The Valentine Richmond History Center launched Richmond History Makers in 2005 to annually recognize, honor, and celebrate those everyday citizens and outstanding organizations that are making significant contributions to the greater Richmond region. Nominees are chosen based one of the following areas:
- Creating Quality Educational Opportunities
- Improving Racial Equality and Social Justice
- Demonstrating Innovative Solutions
- Promoting Stronger Communities
- Fostering Regional Cooperation
Mary Lou Decossaux,Co-Executive Director of the NRC is nominated in the “Promoting Stronger Communities” category. The Richmond History Maker’s celebration will be held October 20th at the Richmond History Center to honor the people who have changed the Richmond community. The public is invited, tickets are $40, to reserve your spot visit the Richmond History Makers website.
Excerpt from nomination: “Today, she continues to ask each neighbor who walks through the door not only what they need from the center, but what skills and talents they can bring to the center with them. Greater Fulton Hill is a stronger community because of her work.”
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