Parish Celebrates Black History Month with Community Leader Interviews, Feb 28
Terrebonne Parish is celebrating Black History Month by interviewing African-American community leaders within the parish.
Watch the videos to find out what they do, who inspires them, and why they think black history is important in Terrebonne Parish.
- Gary Williams: "In Terrebonne Parish, black history is being made every day."
- Greg Harding: "People of color need to remember that we are valued and we are important here in Terrebonne Parish."
Previously released interviews include:
- Arlanda Williams: "There are no ceilings that we cannot shatter."
- Bernadette Pickett: "Black history is the bigger picture; it gives us hope."
- Carl Harding: "Every day is black history."
- Dana Coleman: "I knew who I wanted to be, so I kept pushing, and I was named the first African-American police chief."
- Ernest Brown: "Black history creates awareness, and it highlights our culture."
- John Navy: "It's not about division, it’s about being united and coming together."
- Joseph Harris, Jr.: "No matter your race, religion, or creed, everyone can aspire to do great things."
- Juan Pickett: "When we learn to appreciate the history and culture of others, we get rid of the divide."
- Suzette Thomas: "This month gives unsung heroes an opportunity to shine."
- Wendell Myles: "It is very important that our kids know our history and what we are about."
