"We must appreciate the opportunity for cultural diversity as it is essential for our coexistence.  This organization was started to help raise awareness for diversity and inclusion in the community through discussion, educational events, arts, fitness, etc.” 

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Hi, I'm Kaveria Lezza, the Founder and CEO of Building Love Amongst Cultures, a nonprofit organization dedicated to promoting diversity and inclusion awareness through educational and social events. I'm proud to wear many hats in life. As a military veteran, I carry the values of discipline, service, and resiliency into everything I do. I'm currently pursuing my passion as a student of naturopathic medicine, exploring how alternative medicine and holistic health can make a difference in people's lives.

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Beyond my studies, I'm deeply rooted in my family and community. I'm a devoted spouse and the proud parent of a wonderful daughter who inspires me every day. I have the privilege of coaching basketball, where I am to guide and motivate young athletes both on and off the court.  I've worked for 10 years in the manufacturing industry. 

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I was brought up in an African American home where education was very important and taught me to be powerful. After graduating from high school, I received my Bachelor of Science degree from Clarke University. During my collegiate career, she assessed invaluable knowledge and experiences in building a diverse and inclusive community. I launched the campus's first BLACK (Building Love Amongst Cultures for Knowledge) Student Union (BSU) at her private, Catholic university, where she was 1 of few African American students. BLACK’s mission was to increase awareness of topics related to race, cultural diversity, and inclusion. While the president of the BSU, my team and I led programs and events that increased educational awareness on diversity and inclusion: discussion forums, children's events, along racial and political affairs.

 

Years passed after I launched the University’s BSU. Post George Floyd, Breonna Taylor, and riots that dismantled our community. Kaveria felt compelled to facilitate change. In this, she launched a nonprofit organization that she perceived would benefit the community. In March 2021, I organized Building Love Amongst Cultures as a nonprofit 501(c)3 with great support from her community, family, and friends. “I want to see more of the community exposed to the same opportunities and experiences I had while growing up in diverse and inclusive environments. There’s an uncalled-for stereotype amongst demographics that stems from the perception of people which not many cultures have exposure to. Let’s educate ourselves and form our own experiences with different cultures”. With my encounter with life’s unfortunate circumstances with racism and her experiences of understanding the importance of education and consciousness, I desire to take part and build love among cultures.

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To learn more about BLAC visit us at www.buildingloveamongstcultures.org. Like and follow us on Facebook and Instagram @Building Love Amongst Cultures