Commitment To Change Mission Statement
Commitment to Change (CTC) seeks to positively impact the life of the community by encouraging, mentoring and equipping individuals, schools, and groups. CTC seeks to improve their quality of life by providing new opportunities, tools, and resources. CTC strives to bridge the gap between resources and the community. We will endeavor to support and inspire others through resources, leadership, and subject matter expertise.
CTC Plan of Action
CTC will maintain a Board of Advisors who are established professionals in their respective field. This Board will make recommendations of needed resources in the community. CTC will organize, plan and implement a diverse plan that is flexible and feasible to enhance the lives of individuals in our community.
CTC VISION STATEMENT
By utilizing and networking with professionals, administrators, educators, social workers, and civic leaders, CTC will serve as the bridge between needed resources and the community. Encourage others to attain their personal and professional goals, build self-esteem and provide uplift in our community. CTC will present opportunities to exercise and grow leadership abilities through program participation in the community. Increase access to tools and resources to the community that will help build self-esteem, social skills leaders and cultivate a viable and relevant environment. Support the furtherance of higher education with a continued focus on advancing students. Ensure that all levels of the community are represented by a broad cross section of diverse individuals. CTC is committed to becoming a premier organization in providing growth opportunities through sustainable programs and resources that build future generational leaders, and aides the indigent within our community.
Executive Board
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Reginald D. Weeks, B.A., M.S., Chief Operating Officer {COO}
Mr. Weeks serves as the COO of Commitment to Change. He is a graduate of Southern University, Baton Rouge, Louisiana receiving a B.A. in Political Science. He continued his studies receiving a master’s degree in Public Safety/Criminal Justice from Capella University. Mr. Weeks retired from the Department of Justice with 26 years of service as an Associate Warden. He has over 30 years of experience serving the community in various aspects including volunteering, mentoring, providing resources, creating, and implementing programs. Mr Weeks is active in his church and was appointed as a Commissioner for the Planning and Zoning Commission by the Mayor of Lake Charles. He has received awards including Omega Man of the Year, and numerous Service Awards. |
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Dr. Rose Duhon-Sells, B.A., M.S., Ph.D, Sr Advisor
Dr. Duhon-Sells received her bachelor’s degree from the University of Louisiana at Lafayette in Elementary and Early Childhood Education. She received her master’s degree in Guidance and Counseling from Southern University in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. She earned her Ph.D in Education/Multicultural Education from Kansas State University in Manhattan, Kansas. Her work experience included McNeese State University, Southern University, Baton Rouge as Dean of the College of Education, Union Institute and University, Cincinnati, OH, as Vice President of Academic Affairs, and Southern University at New Orleans as Dean of the College of Education and Vice Chancellor of Academic Affairs. |
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Kiah Ford, Executive Secretary
Ms. Ford is a senior student at the University of Texas at San Antonio majoring in Political Science. She is from New Roads, Louisiana where she serves as the Executive Director of her nonprofit, Pursuing New Roads. After obtaining her bachelor’s degree, she will continue her studies at Southern University to receive her master’s degree in public administration. As a servant leader in various communities, she believes in providing leadership opportunities, professional development training, and helping others unlock their unseen potential. |
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Stella Brown Miller, B.A., M.S., Sr. Advisor
Known for her advocacy of education as well as promotion of African-American arts and culture, Stella Miller helped organize the Black Heritage Festival in 1987. After 23 years as Executive Director of the Festival, she became Director of the Black Heritage Gallery which is in the Historic City Hall Arts & Culture Center. Miller is a leader and visionary whose career has impacted the lives of so many in Lake Charles and beyond. As an educator, she taught in the public schools in Houston, Texas; Lakeland, Florida; and Lake Charles, Louisiana. After 23 years at McNeese State University, she retired as Director of the MSU Upward Bound Program. |
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Roger B. Seemion, M.B.A., CGAP, Chief Financial Officer {CFO}
Mr. Seemion is currently a Management Analyst with the City of Houston, Texas. Roger has a B.S. degree from McNeese State University and an M.B.A. from Sam Houston State University. He is a retired federal law enforcement officer with 25 years of service. Roger is also a Certified Government Auditing Professional (CGAP) through the Institute of Internal Auditors and has 20 years of accounting and auditing experience in federal, state, and city government. |
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COMMUMITY PARTNERSEstablishings and developing partnerships is paramount to serve the community.
CTC would like to thank; Lakeside Bank Dollar General Sowela Technical College Calcausieu Public Library They are aiding CTC by providing resources, and educational materials that aide in educating our the community. |
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We are very pleased to be able to collaborate with the Potter's House, a safe Shelter for homeless women and women with children. Today we dropped off novels and educational books.
C2C Stronger Together |
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C2C is proud to partner with Chase Bank to provide free Financial Literacy Sessions to students and Low Income Residents.
Meeting the needs of the community, because we are "Stronger Together". |
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C2C would like to thank the Calcasieu Parish Police Jury for partnering with us to make the Mommy Bag project come
to fruition. " Stronger Together" |
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C2C would like to welcome True2Al as a supporter and community partner. If you have a HS Sr that needs a little guidance with college registration, FASFA, resume writing, or scholarship searches, give them a call.