Volunteer Below, About Us, Vision, Mission, "Its Time For Us to be there For Us",
Volunteer Below, About Us, Vision, Mission, "Its Time For Us to be there For Us",
About Us
For Us Nation Inc is a nonprofit organization dedicated to empowering our community by providing comprehensive resources for networking, business development, education, and mental health. We are committed to creating a safe and inclusive environment where individuals can connect, learn, and grow together. Our holistic approach to community building ensures that every member has access to the tools and support they need to thrive and contribute to the collective progress of our nation.
Our vision is to be a beacon of support and empowerment for those within the Afro diaspora, cultivating a strong and resilient community built on the principles of unity, education, and well-being. We envision a future where every individual has the opportunity to achieve their full potential, contribute to the prosperity of our community, and be part of a vibrant and supportive network that champions nation building and collective success.
Vision
Our mission at For Us Nation Inc is to foster a thriving and united community within the Afro diaspora by offering essential networking opportunities for community development, business resources, educational programs, and mental health support. We strive to improve and promote cultural exchanges within the Afro diaspora, as well as provide economic resources and partnerships to help promote and foster growth and sustainability. We are committed to creating a safe space where individuals can build meaningful connections, access valuable resources, and work together towards personal and community growth.
Mission Statement
Our Team
Our Founders
Ashley “Perky” Perkins
Ashley “Perky” Perkins, co-founder of For Us, is a Licensed Master Social Worker who is dedicated to activism for the Black Diaspora and creating platforms and safe spaces for marginalized communities. Ashley has been recognized as a Biddy Mason Shero, inducted into the Norco High School Hall of Fame, and has traveled the world with her podcast Perky Perspectives, Perky created the For Us series under the podcast to bring a platform to the black community. Ashley also has her own website Perksofwellness.org to that is building a sustainability brand and culture internationally, in order to assist people with reconnecting back to nature for practical reasons, as well as nature-loving reasons. In 2017, she met Tahyira while doing media in Los Angeles. Together the two noticed a lack in community outlets and resources so they launched For Us 4 Us - as a way to build a platform. Community organizing is a passion for Ashley, realizing that the For Us Nation is necessary.
Tahyira Cordner-Arias
Tahyira Savanna, co-founder of For Us, is a young entrepreneur currently residing back in her hometown of Brooklyn after spending 3 years in Los Angeles, C.A.- the entertainment capital of the World. She is a graduate with a Master’s Degree in Criminal Justice from New York’s Long Island University, C.W. Post Campus. Tahyira is also CVO of The RedEyeMediaGroup where she has provides support to many artists, helping them to reach their full potential. In 2017 she officially launched her YouTube channel vlog. She did not want to only inspire herself but also others that are pursuing their own goals. In 2017, she learned about the significance of Juneteenth from Ashley and the two set out on a community quest to build For Us 4 Us on social media. Tahyira believes that if you want to bring positive change in the world you must first begin with yourself.
Volunteer with FOR US NATION
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Are you passionate about community building and making a positive impact? For Us Nation is looking for a dedicated and experienced Board Member of our outreach team and help us achieve our mission of empowering the Afro diaspora.
Position: Board Member
Location: Remote
Type: Volunteer
About Us: For Us Nation is a nonprofit organization committed to creating a supportive community, providing essential resources for jobs, careers, and business, and offering a safe space for people of the Afro diaspora to connect, learn, and grow. We are in the process of obtaining our 501(c)(3) status, and we need a dynamic educational program and overall For Us Nation management team.
Apply here
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Are you passionate about community building and making a positive impact? For Us Nation is looking for a dedicated and experienced HR Director to lead our human resources efforts and help us achieve our mission of empowering the Afro diaspora.
Position: HR Director
Location: Remote
Type: Volunteer
About Us: For Us Nation is a nonprofit organization committed to creating a supportive community, providing essential resources for jobs, careers, and business, and offering a safe space for people of the Afro diaspora to connect, learn, and grow. We are in the process of obtaining our 501(c)(3) status, and we need a dynamic HR professional to join our team and drive our HR initiatives.
Apply here
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Are you passionate about community building and making a positive impact? For Us Nation is looking for a dedicated and experienced Educational Program Director to lead our educational program development management and help us achieve our mission of empowering the Afro diaspora.
Position: Educational Program Manager
Location: Remote
Type: Volunteer
About Us: For Us Nation is a nonprofit organization committed to creating a supportive community, providing essential resources for jobs, careers, and business, and offering a safe space for people of the Afro diaspora to connect, learn, and grow. We are in the process of obtaining our 501(c)(3) status, and we need a dynamic educational program and overall For Us Nation management team.
Apply here
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Are you passionate about community building and making a positive impact? For Us Nation is looking for a dedicated and experienced Communications Director to lead our communications program and help us achieve our mission of empowering the Afro diaspora.
Position: Communications Director
Location: Remote
Type: Volunteer
About Us: For Us Nation is a nonprofit organization committed to creating a supportive community, providing essential resources for jobs, careers, and business, and offering a safe space for people of the Afro diaspora to connect, learn, and grow. We are in the process of obtaining our 501(c)(3) status, and we need a dynamic educational program and overall For Us Nation management team.
Apply here
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Are you passionate about community building and making a positive impact? For Us Nation is looking for a dedicated and experienced Outreach manager of our outreach team and help us achieve our mission of empowering the Afro diaspora.
Position: Outreach Manager
Location: Remote
Type: Volunteer
About Us: For Us Nation is a nonprofit organization committed to creating a supportive community, providing essential resources for jobs, careers, and business, and offering a safe space for people of the Afro diaspora to connect, learn, and grow. We are in the process of obtaining our 501(c)(3) status, and we need a dynamic educational program and overall For Us Nation management team.
Apply here
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Are you passionate about community building and making a positive impact? For Us Nation is looking for a dedicated and experienced Graphic Designer of our outreach team and help us achieve our mission of empowering the Afro diaspora.
Position: Graphic Designer
Location: Remote
Type: Volunteer
About Us: For Us Nation is a nonprofit organization committed to creating a supportive community, providing essential resources for jobs, careers, and business, and offering a safe space for people of the Afro diaspora to connect, learn, and grow. We are in the process of obtaining our 501(c)(3) status, and we need a dynamic educational program and overall For Us Nation management team.
Apply here