OUR MISSION

 

Right Beginnings, Inc. is a non-profit charitable organization formed under the District of Columbia’s not-for-profit statute.  The organization offers programs and services to female victims of domestic violence, sexual assault and sexual harassment. Our 'Jobs For Women Program' provides job training, on the job experience, and assistance in qualifying for, locating and securing self-sustaining employment.  

 

Right Beginnings, Inc.'s goal is to enable participants to achieve financial stability, while rebuilding their lives.

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OUR VISION

 

Our vision includes national recognition as a highly effective jobs program that has improved the lives of female survivors of domestic violence.

 

 

OUR CORE VALUES

 

Our Core Values represent our commitment to our clients success and overall well-being.

* Evolve and adapt
* Do the right thing
* Elevate others
* Act with integrity
* Make a difference every day

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IF YOU WOULD LIKE TO HELP RAISE PUBLIC AWARENESS regarding issues pertaining to DOMESTIC VIOLENCE, SEXUAL ASSAULT AND SEXUAL HARASSMENT, OR TO assist WITH OUR RIGHT BEGINNINGS  JOBS FOR WOMEN PROGRAM, PLEASE FEEL FREE TO CONTACT US.

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Our Board of Directors, Advisory Committee, and Advocates are a group of individuals who use their time and experience to facilitate programs and services for victims of domestic violence, sexual assault and sexual harassment. Click on a member’s name below to learn more about our diverse team.

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BOARD OF DIRECTORS

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• Leonard A. Upson - Executive Director

• Honorable Arthur L. Burnett, Sr. - Chair

• Ronald P. Walker, CPA, MBA

• The Reverend Dr. Mary E. Ivey

• Edwin C. Chapman, Sr., M.D. 

• Lloyd Mayes

• Stephen Glaude - Vice Chair

• Frederick Douglas Cooke, Jr.

• Darryl Webster

• Zillah Jackson Wesley

• Donna Holland Barnes, PhD, PCC

• William Lawson, M.D., Ph.D, D.L.F.A.P.A

• Kaitlyn Carpenter

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ADVISORY COMMITTEE

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• Crystal Bozeman

• Donnese M. Tyler - Chair

• Dr. Sandra Barber

• Edward M. Galiber, M. Ed.

• Ervin Owens

• Laura Banks Reed

• Nancy Ware

• Rev. Dr. Faye Johnson

• Rich Moreland

• Robert P. Kinzer

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ADVOCATES/PARTNERS/PARTNERSHIPS

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• Bennett Career Institute

• Coalition for Nonprofit Housing & Economic Development (CNHED)

• Communities Always Bring Extra Love (CABEL Foundation) - Financial Literacy

• Department of Employment Services (DOES) - Project Empowerment (A Transitional Employment Program)

• Monumental Sports & Entertainment Values - Sales Office

• OSSE Adult and Family Education/GED Administration

• See Forever Foundation - GED Preparation

• Seneca Turnpike Consultants, Inc. - Advocacy & Consulting

• So Others Might Eat (SOME) - Center for Employment & Behavioral Health Services

• University of the District of Columbia (UDC) - Workforce Development and Lifelong Learning.

• Your Part-Time Controller (YPTC) - A not-for-profit accounting specialist (Accounting and Financial Reporting)

• Your Nuhorizons, Inc.