2021 Grand Marshal: Charles Hicks
Charles “Chuck” Hicks is the Founder and Director of the DC Black History Celebration Committee which celebrates black history year-round. He is community activist focusing on issues that directly affect the community. Hicks serves on several Martin...2021 Grand Marshal: Ashley Kearney
Ashley Kearney, a ninth-year teacher in the District of Columbia, currently teaches mathematics all males of color at Ron Brown College Preparatory HS. While there, she’s championed experiential learning through STEM partnerships and supported student leadership with...2021 Grand Marshal: Phillip Pannell
Philip Pannell is a 45-year resident of the District of Columbia and since 1995 has served as the Executive Director of the nonprofit Anacostia Coordinating Council. In 2011 he received the President of the United States Call to Service Award, and in 2012 received the...
2019 Grand Marshal: JT’A Freeman & Keron Campbell, Youth Mayors
DC Youth Mayors, JT’A Freeman (right) & Keron Campbell (left) are representing the close to 20,000 Youth Leaders and Alumni that have participated in the Marion Barry Youth Leadership Institute. JT’A is a Senior at Bishop McNamara High, a member of the Lacrosse...