Black History Month | Community Spotlight Vickie Mendes Branch | Autism Awareness
Channel: LycanMedia.digital
Date: 21/05/2023

Shot & Edited by: Lycan Media Digital


Vickie Mendes-Branch, the first African American to be elected to governing body for the school board of Phillipsburg, NJ. In addition to her leadership with the school district, Vickie also runs a nonprofit called "Branching Out" in Phillipsburg, dedicated to helping children that have been diagnosed with autism or developmental disorders. Branching Out and its Page One Resource Center offers groups for families, life skills, tutoring for children k - 12, and recreational activities. Vickie became inspired to get more involved with the schools, and take on advocacy work for families with children who have special needs, through her own child's autism diagnosis. Her nonprofit's support groups and services have paved the way for other parents to find help and a safe place to access resources to support their children's needs. Vickie, you are doing amazing work in Phillipsburg to help families that need it most!