Overview: The National Black Grads (NBG) Inland Empire (IE) Black Grad Recognition Event celebrated academic excellence and empowered future leaders on May 5, 2024. The event recognized students for their dedication, resilience, and determination, and aimed to support Black students by connecting them to opportunities for mentorship, internships, and academic connections. The event underscored the community’s commitment to investing in education and mentorship, fostering a culture of excellence and empowerment to help graduates thrive in their chosen fields. The event was supported by community partner organizations, including the Cooperative Economic Empowerment Movement (CEEM), Congregations Organized for Prophetic Engagement (COPE), and the Clay Counseling Foundation.
Jonathan Buffong | National Black Grads (NBG)
Celebrating the Achievements of San Bernardino’s Area Graduates
The National Black Grads (NBG) Inland Empire (IE) Black Grad Recognition Event held on May 5, 2024, was a resounding success, celebrating academic excellence and empowering future leaders. The event highlighted the transformative power of education in shaping individuals, families, and communities.
Recognizing students for their dedication, resilience, and determination, NBG aims to support Black students by connecting them to opportunities for mentorship, internships, and academic connections that align with their goals. The event underscores the community’s commitment to investing in education and mentorship, fostering a culture of excellence and empowerment to help graduates thrive in their chosen fields.
By uplifting our IE Black graduates, the event not only instills pride and accomplishment but also works towards breaking stereotypes and creating a more inclusive future. NBG extends their gratitude to all our community partner organizations, including the dedicated planning team of Dr. April Clay, Dr. Alise Clouser, Laurette Allen, Russell Ward, Burundi Allen, Carol Crayton, Carl Clay, and Carolyn Daniels for their invaluable support in bringing the event to life.
NBG congratulates all of our graduates celebrated at the event. Their achievements fill the hearts of our San Bernardino area with a new hope for our future.
NBG IE Black Grad Recognition Ceremony partners include:
Youth Action Project (YAP)
Cooperative Economic Empowerment Movement CEEM
Congregations Organized for Prophetic Engagement (COPE)
Clay Counseling Foundation
California State University of San Bernardino
BLU Educational Foundation
San Bernardino Valley College – Umoja Tumani Program
Youth Action Mentoring Network (YMAN)
Buffong Consulting Solutions BCS
Immanuel Praise Fellowship Church
National Pan-Hellenic Council Inland Empire
