Virginia African American Advisory Board
Town Hall
February 25, 2026
5:30pm - 7:30pm
THE HEALING STATION
410 Deacon Road,
Fredericksburg, VA 22405
The purpose of the Virginia African Advisory Board is to advise the Governor on the development of economic, professional, cultural, educational, and governmental links between the Commonwealth of Virginia and the African American community in Virginia.
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Education Committees
Education Committee The Education Committee focuses on identifying opportunities for academic advancement for African American students and educators in the Commonwealth. This committee collaborates with public and private educational institutions to address educational disparities and inequities, identify barriers to achievement, and address challenges that affect access to educational opportunities, resources, and funding essential for academic excellence. Currently, we are focusing on working with public school superintendents to address the challenges impacting African American student achievement in Virginia.
Health Committees
The Health Committee focuses on improving health outcomes for African American communities across the Commonwealth. The committee examines disparities in physical and mental health, access to quality and culturally responsive care, maternal and infant health, chronic disease, and the social factors that influence overall well-being. It works in partnership with state agencies, health providers, and community organizations to develop policy recommendations and strategies that expand access to care, strengthen prevention efforts, and support healthier communities across urban, suburban, and rural Virginia.
Black-Owned Business & Economic Development Committee
The Black-Owned Business & Economic Development Committee focuses on advancing economic opportunities, promoting business growth, and fostering wealth-building within African American communities across the Commonwealth. The committee examines systemic barriers impacting Black-owned businesses, including access to capital, workforce development, government contracting, entrepreneurship, and long-term business sustainability. Working in collaboration with public and private sector partners, the committee develops policy-informed recommendations that support business formation and expansion, strengthen economic mobility, and promote inclusive economic growth across Virginia’s urban, suburban, and rural regions.