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Brotherhood Sister Sol Welcomes New Board Members

The Brotherhood Sister Sol, known as BroSis, has been a pioneering force in the realm of youth development, community organization, and resilience training for over three decades. Recently, the organization expanded its board by welcoming three new members, signaling an exciting phase in its mission to empower the youth of New York City and beyond.

New Appointments

The newly appointed board members are:

• - Sheila R. Adams James, a partner at Davis Polk & Wardwell LLP.
• - Holly A. Thomas, a Circuit Judge for the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit.
• - Matthew A. Gibbons, a partner at Gibson, Dunn & Crutcher LLP.

These leaders bring a wealth of experience and a shared commitment to promoting youth advocacy and community development, enhancing BroSis's capacity to serve a broader audience.

Commitment to Youth

Khary Lazarre-White, executive director and co-founder of BroSis, emphasized their foundational belief that young people deserve equal opportunities and a supportive community. He stated, "Our work in BroSis is based on the belief that young people deserve to be guided, surrounded by community, and equipped with the skills necessary for success. Sheila, Holly, and Matthew are leaders who share this vision and the belief in the brilliance of youth and their power to lead."

For over 30 years, BroSis has provided long-term, holistic support to youths, empowering them with the skills and resources they need to thrive academically, in careers, and life overall. Their combination of education, mentorship, college access programs, career exploration, and community development significantly impacts thousands of young lives each year. The organization’s model is recognized nationally as a standard for youth development. BroSis has been at the forefront of social justice, educating, organizing, and training to challenge inequality and advocate for opportunities for all.

Voices of Experience

All three new board members bring unique perspectives that enhance BroSis’s mission. Sheila Adams James remarked, "BroSis combines compassion, vision, and strategy in a way that is rarely seen. It represents the bold, values-based work that we need more of. I am pleased to support this work and help promote a vision that genuinely uplifts youth and places them at the center of meaningful, sustainable change."

Holly A. Thomas added, "BroSis has an inspiring vision to educate and empower youth, one that is implemented with passion and joy. I am proud to serve on the Board in support of this vital work."

Matthew Gibbons stated, "The work that BroSis does to empower young people and transform communities is both urgent and inspiring. What attracted me to serving on the Board is its decades-long track record of real impact and innovation in youth development. It is a privilege to transition from supporting BroSis as an attorney to serving as a board member."

A Critical Moment for BroSis

These new appointments come at a crucial juncture for BroSis as it seeks to expand its impact, deepen its community connections, and fortify its capacity for creating pathways to success for young individuals. Paul Butler, co-chair of the BroSis Board, emphasized, "This is an important moment for our Board. Our new board members bring valuable experience and a shared belief in the power of youth. They join us to help build the next generation of leaders and ensure that our local and national work continues to thrive."

Co-chair Clara Markowicz, an award-winning producer, added, "BroSis is more than a youth development organization; we are a community hub, a space for growth, joy, and vision. I’m grateful that our new board members recognize this and choose to serve with us in deepening this work. These board appointments reflect shared values and an investment in the hard yet hopeful work we have ahead."

About Brotherhood Sister Sol

The Brotherhood Sister Sol is a nonprofit based in Harlem at the forefront of social justice, educating, training, and organizing to challenge inequality and advocate for opportunities for all. Through mentoring, education, and community building, BroSis empowers youth to reach their fullest potential and become change agents in their communities. With over 30 years of experience and a nationally recognized model, BroSis remains a cornerstone of youth development and community resilience in New York City and across the country.

To learn more, visit www.brotherhood-sistersol.org.