The following announcement was written by the Center for African American Genealogical Research, Inc.:
FREDERICKSBURG, Va. - Oct. 18, 2006 --- The Center for African American Genealogical Research, Inc. (CAAGRI) has announced that the William Byrd Community House (WBCH) located in Richmond, Va. is its newest member of a growing list of CAAGRI Technical Learning Centers (TLC's) around the country.
WBCH was selected as a CAAGRI TLC because it currently offers 24 programs that are designed to strengthen families in the community. "Reggie Gordon is a solid visionary leader and we are very pleased that his enthusiasm translated into this partnership," said Paula D. Royster, president and CEO of CAAGRI. Royster continued, "We've heard over the past two years that the citizens of Richmond wanted a central place to go and research their family history, and now they've got it."
Reggie Gordon states, "We are excited about our partnership with CAAGRI. The programs and strategies are a perfect complement to the holistic approach we use to meet the needs of the families we serve. We are honored to have been selected as a TLC."
Genealogy classes and workshops conducted at WBCH began Saturday, October 14, 2006 at 1:00 p.m. The classes, workshops and the TLC are open to anyone who wishes to do African American genealogical research.
About The Center for African American Genealogical Research, Inc. (CAAGRI)
Founded in 2004, The Center for African American Genealogical Research, Inc. is a non-profit organization that provides free genealogical data to the community at no cost. The only organization of its kind, CAAGRI's specialized services will provide a location for African Americans to conduct in-depth genealogical research, free computer training, mentoring programs for at risk youth and low-moderate income families and organizes special projects that include historical preservation efforts, community clean up operations and assistance to seniors in the community.
About The William Byrd Community House (WBHC)
The William Byrd Community House was founded in 1923. WBHC creates pathways to success through direct delivery of high quality programs for individuals and families in need in the Richmond area and to be an intermediary organization engaging partners in a coordinated effort to help clients get the information, referrals and resources they need to move toward self-sufficiency. WBCH serves the neighborhoods of Randolph, Carver, Main and Cary Streets Corridor, Maymont, Oregon Hill, Highland Park and Fulton. Several services also impact the surrounding counties and larger metro area.
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