CTC Motto
Change does not mean replacing one bad habit for another. It does not mean beating up on yourself or feeling guilty or ashamed. Change means voluntarily removing yourself from the people and environments that support you in remaining unhealthy. Change means identifying what you are doing, recognizing when you are doing it and gently guiding yourself to do something else. Change means not making excuses for yourself, but doing exactly what you are supposed to do!
CTC Mission Statement
Commitment to Change (CTC) seeks to positively impact the lives 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 for the community that will help build self-esteem, social skills, and leadership skills 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 by providing growth opportunities through sustainable programs and resources that build future generational leaders and aid the indigent within our community.
Executive Board
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Louisiana,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, and 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., Senior Advisor Posthumously
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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Roman L. Thompson is a southwest Louisiana servant leader who prioritizes uplifting and inspiring others while believing in the transformative power of mentorship and equitable access to resources.
With a wealth of experience in community engagement and a commitment to fostering resilience and unity, Roman has helped bridge the gap between resources and community needs by ensuring individuals, schools, and groups receive the support they deserve. In 1990, Roman practiced the leadership philosophy “Empower people through collaboration, integrity, and accountability” by working in law enforcement. Remaining committed to the community, in 2007, he entered the education system by serving on a private school board. Later in 2010, he continued to passionately serve in the education system as a Calcasieu Parish School Board member. To this day, Roman continues to pour back into his community through his church affiliation, active membership in Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Inc., and at his place of employment, Phillips 66. |
Gerard R. Rawls, B.S., M.B.A., J.D., Senior Advisor
Mr. Rawls earned his bachelor’s degree in accounting from North Carolina A&T State
University. He earned a Master of Business Administration from Florida A&M
University. He earned his Juris Doctor from the Thurgood Marshall School of Law at
Texas Southern University.
After 20 years of service, Mr. Rawls retired from the United States Department of
Justice —Federal Bureau of Prisons as a Supervisory Attorney. He is currently an
Assistant Attorney General with the Texas Office of the Attorney General.
Mr. Rawls earned his bachelor’s degree in accounting from North Carolina A&T State
University. He earned a Master of Business Administration from Florida A&M
University. He earned his Juris Doctor from the Thurgood Marshall School of Law at
Texas Southern University.
After 20 years of service, Mr. Rawls retired from the United States Department of
Justice —Federal Bureau of Prisons as a Supervisory Attorney. He is currently an
Assistant Attorney General with the Texas Office of the Attorney General.
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With a heavy heart Commitment To Change has lost one of our original Board Members, Dr Rose Duhon Sells. Wisdom is a trait you can't buy or learn. It was acquired. Dr. Sells brought calm and wisdom to C2C. When she spoke, we listened. Thanks, Dr. Rose, for all you've done for C2C, my family, and Lake Charles. RIP.
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2026 Update
With a heavy heart, we are very saddened by the passing of my cousin and original C2C member, Katrina. She was always very supportive of our mission and will be extremely missed. RIP Cuz. God Bless
With a heavy heart, we are very saddened by the passing of my cousin and original C2C member, Katrina. She was always very supportive of our mission and will be extremely missed. RIP Cuz. God Bless
Thank you for voting us Small Non Profit Organization of the Year 2022.
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Meeting with the staff of United Way of Southwest La regarding becoming a community partner.
COMMUNITY PARTNERSThank you to Wal Mart for your generous donation to C2C. They provided candy and other goods for Halloween's Trunk or Treat events
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Establishings 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.