Carrboro's Mayor Barbara Foushee has taken on a new role as a director of the North Carolina Black Elected Municipal Officials (NCBEMO) Board of Directors. The swearing-in ceremony took place at the annual NCBEMO summer conference in Greensboro last week, according to an official announcement from the Town of Carrboro.
This appointment brings Mayor Foushee into closer collaboration, with like-minded leaders committed to fostering significant community change throughout North Carolina. "I am honored to join the NC BEMO Board of Directors and look forward to working alongside other dedicated leaders from across the state,” Mayor Foushee said in a statement obtained by the Town of Carrboro. She joins a board that includes a range of elected officials, each bringing their own local insights and experiences to the fore of state-level decision making.
Together with Mayor Foushee, the NCBEMO Board of Directors will welcome other elected officials in their ranks. These officials serve as representatives of diverse municipalities and share a common goal of utilizing public service to drive forward transformation within their communities. The roster of newly elected directors includes notable names such as Brian Jackson of Jacksonville, Veronica Carter of Leland, Rashad Roberts of Chadbourn, and Dontario Hardy of Kinston in key leadership positions.
NCBEMO, which is recognized for its role in advocating for educational, training and collaborative strategies, continues to provide a pivotal platform for political and community empowerment across the state. With representatives like Sona Cooper, Bryan Haynes, Ricky Credle, and Brandi Matthews stepping into director roles - the organization highlights its commitment to a diverse range of voices and expertise. As a nonpartisan, nonprofit organization, NCBEMO concentrates on nurturing networking and leadership among black municipal officials for the betterment of North Carolina's citizens.
