Our board is committed to advancing social justice, and we recognize the importance of not placing the burden of this work on people of color and historically marginalized people. We actively collaborate with advisors from diverse backgrounds to ensure our mission authentically and inclusively amplifies the voices and lived experiences of these communities. We are eager to welcome more people of color to our board and value their perspectives and contributions. At the same time, we are mindful of not imposing the responsibility for our diversity and inclusion efforts solely upon them.
Becky’s vision for the CCC grew out of concern for the lack of support and opportunities available for having open and honest discussions about racial justice and cross-cultural learning in her community. She is passionate about advancing social equity and fostering meaningful relationships across diverse groups. The mother of a biological daughter and adopted African American son, Becky is dedicated to continued learning so she can help to create a more compassionate world for her children.
Becky Schisler
Founder and Executive Director
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Nadia Brown
Program Coordinator,
Compassion Closet
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Nadia joins the CCC officially as the Compassion Closet program coordinator after volunteering her time and talents since 2017. Nadia is now applying her knowledge and experience in retail management to nonprofit work she believes in. Nadia is a proud member of the LGBTQ community and is passionate about all people being treated equally and with love. She is excited to continue serving our community!
Board of Directors
Danielle is a best selling author, small business owner, and mom whose boundless energy, creativity, and generosity make her the perfect fit for her role on the CCC Board. Danielle organizes the CCC’s collaboration projects, assists with the Compassion Closet program, and plays a major part in the planning and execution of the annual Visit with Santa Experience.
Danielle Stewart
President
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Rachel is a mom, a designer, and a mental health advocate with a passion for equality and justice. In addition to her many community outreach roles, Rachel served as a founding member of the CCC steering committee, and is currently the Secretary of the Board of Directors.
Rachel Brown
Secretary
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Joshua is a transgender rights activist, teacher, public speaker, and author who currently serves as the CCC’s Treasurer and assists with the day-to-day functioning of the organization. He is passionate about promoting accurate LGBTQ+ history and teaches online courses on Queer History. Joshua also founded and leads a nonprofit organization called Gender Education Network that is dedicated to supporting transgender and gender diverse kids 12 and younger.
Joshua Jernigan
Treasurer
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Molly, a native Charlottean and proud Tar Heel, has been serving on the Board of Directors for the CCC since 2017. Holding previous careers as both a teacher and counselor in urban education, Molly now works as a child and adolescent therapist in Charlotte public schools. Molly continues to be an outspoken proponent of public education, representation, and racial justice. She hopes to partner with community stakeholders to support and expand learning opportunities and wellness for Charlotte's youth.
Molly McGoff
Member At Large
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Board Consultants
Jolena James-Szanton
Board Consultant
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Jolena is a career educator dedicated to serving learners from diverse backgrounds. As the founder of Mosaic Thought Partners, a consulting firm, she helps organizations strengthen leadership and workplace relationships through coaching and workshops. Guided by her core values—equity, curiosity, valuing differences, productive discomfort, and empathy without needing to agree—Jolena creates space for meaningful learning and growth. She believes in meeting people where they are on their journey toward career growth, diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging, recognizing that everyone seeks inclusion and belonging. Through her work, she fosters the time, support, and challenge necessary for individuals to build intercultural competence and stronger, more inclusive communities.
Victoria is an educator who has worked with some of Charlotte’s most impoverished students in her former 3rd grade classroom. She’s now focused on raising her three young sons and working tirelessly in the community to bring awareness to the unique issues faced by Charlotte’s Muslim population as well as helping to fortify the local interfaith community.
Victoria Abdelfattah
Board Consultant
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