The People Behind the Purpose
Meet the passionate leaders shaping inclusive change at NMDI.
About NMDI
At the National Multicultural Diversity Institute (NMDI), we believe that true progress begins with inclusion. As a nonprofit organization, we’re committed to creating educational programs, workshops, and events that celebrate cultural diversity, promote equity, and foster a deeper sense of belonging.
Through every initiative, our team works to build a society where every voice is heard, every story matters, and every person feels valued.
PRESIDENT
Dr. Cleorah J. Scruggs-DeBose
Retired Teacher, Founder and President: NMDI
Life Member: NEA-MEA, and Golden Life AKA Member
Diversity Food Coordinator & Diversity Physical Fitness
Paul Lawrence DeBose
NMDI's Spiritual Advisor
Mother Deborah W. Scruggs
Dynamic & Diverse NMDI Team
We are proud to Present our Dynamic and Diverse NMDI team—dedicated individuals who generously devote their time and talents to advancing the mission and vision of the National Multicultural Diversity Institute. Their unwavering commitment drives meaningful change and inspires our community every day.
NMDI Chair, Caring Is Sharing
secretary
Phyllis J. Clark, B.A.
Retired Support Educator, Special Ed, and Life Member NEA-MEA
Africa & China Liaison Assistant Secretary
Rosezina Bard, M.A. Retired Teacher
grant writer coordinator
Cleora Magee, B.A.
China & Africa, Liaison
James G. Rush II, B.A
Hispanic-Latino Liaison
Maria Staszewski B.A.
African american liaison
Connie Edwards, B.A.
Diversity Outreach Chair
Ulise Nedson
DIVERSITY OUTREACH Committee
Lucille Hawkins, B.A.
DIVERSITY OUTREACH Committee
Mary Kathy Atkinson, B.S.
DIVERSITY OUTREACH
Committee &fine arts cert
Sherita Swanigan
Native American Liaison
Eva Menefee Honorary Member
Honorary member
Judge Tabitha Marsh,
