NOMA, which thrives only when voluntary members contribute their time and resources, has as its mission the building of a strong national organization, strong chapters and strong members for the purpose of minimizing the effect of racism in our profession.

Strength in NOMA is built through unity in the cause that created the organization. Our impact is felt when our organization wrestles with the dilemmas that face this nation, particularly as they affect our profession. There is strength in numbers. By increasing the number of people in this organization, we add strength to the voice with which we can speak against apathy, bigotry, intolerance and ignorance; against abuse of the natural environment; and for the un-empowered, the marginalized and the disenfranchised.

By building a strong organization, we develop a showcase for the excellence and creativity which have been ignored for so long. Through our publications and conferences, we are able to inform the world that minority professionals have the talent and capabilities to perform in design and construction with any other group.

By building strong chapters of design professionals whose sensibilities and interests include promotion of urban communities, we are able to respond to the concerns that affect marginalized communities and people. Our goals are to increase the level of participation in the social, political and economic benefits afforded the citizens of this nation and to tear down the barriers that make full participation unattainable. Chapters give members a base from which to be involved in politics, to visit schools and reach out to children, to conduct community and civic forums and to responsibly practice in our professional capacities.


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Tiffany D. Brown

Pascale Sablan

Cody Smith

Valarie Franklin

Ejiro Akamune

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Whitney M. Young

Saundra Little

Gary J. Nelson

Edward Anthony Ransom

Brien Graham

The Regional Vice Presidents at NOMA are responsible for fostering and strengthening the organization's chapters within their respective regions. They work to increase membership, enhance chapter activities, and ensure that the organization's mission—minimizing the effect of racism in the profession—is actively promoted and supported. These leaders collaborate with local chapters to engage in community outreach, political participation, and professional development initiatives, thereby amplifying NOMA's impact on both a regional and national scale.

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