Human Diversity: My Beginning

Simply being a part of a cultural minority does not make one an expert on diversity.
Cynthia Bohannon-Brown

As an African-American, female environmental educator, I am embarking on a journey that could quite possibly change the direction of my life.

Late last year, I joined the task force of a prominent birding organization in Georgia. This group of members was charged with identifying the direction of the organization for the next 20 years! Wow, what an exciting challenge and an honor to be part of such a ground-breaking initiative.

Initially, I assumed that I would work on issues involving education. However that thought was soon squashed. Instead, I was encouraged to address diversity. I thought to myself "What in the world do I know about diversity? Was I chosen for this assignment because I am Black and the only minority member of the task force?" I was a little disappointed because I really wanted something more challenging :) !!