Expanding Our Impact Through Service and Partnership Grand Inspector General Joseph J. Wilson, 33 o - Director of Community Relations
The mission of the United Supreme Council, Northern Jurisdiction Community Relations Department is to strengthen and uplift the communities within the Orients we occupy through intentional engagement, collaborative partnerships, and targeted outreach. We are committed to making a tangible, measurable difference in the lives of all we serve. That mission has guided everything we have done this year. As we reflect on another year of meaningful progress, the Community Relations Department stands proud of the partnerships, programs, and the people who continue to help us live out that mission of service. Under the visionary leadership of our Sovereign Grand Commander, SGIG Dr. Melvin J. Bazemore, we remain committed to ensuring that our Masonic principles are not only spoken but demonstrated through visible acts of community engagement. This year, one of our most impactful initiatives took place at Prince Hall Elementary School in Philadelphia. We were honored to support the creation of the Scottish Rite Sensory Room a dedicated space designed to provide students with a calming, inclusive environment where they can learn,
Awareness and Neurodiversity Fair on Saturday, April 11, 2025, from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. a community -wide celebration of education, inclusion, and partnership. As we enter the holiday season, we are reminded that this time of year, while filled with joy and celebration for many, can also bring challenges for others. Some are grieving the loss of loved ones, while others face food insecurity, loneliness, or financial hardship. In these moments, our collective commitment to service becomes even more vital. The USC Community Relations Department encourages every Consistory, Assembly, and Orient to remain active within their communities during this season. Each thoughtful act no matter how small it is helps us live out our mission to strengthen and uplift the communities within the Orients we serve. Looking work continues with planning the 2026 USC Community Engagement Day in Detroit, featuring the “ Stroll with the Sovereign ” health walk, the “ RITE Legacy Block Party, ” and the Booker T. Alexander Honorary Street Naming near the Metro Prince Hall Temple in Detroit. Each initiative shows that when we act together, we don ’ t just host events we build legacy. ahead, our
decompress, and thrive. Since its opening, Principal Jamie Lawyer and her staff have received overwhelming praise from parents, educators, and community members. The room has quickly become a cornerstone of the school ’ s commitment to supporting neurodiverse learners and stands as a living testament to what can happen when moral and social virtues intersect. Building on this success, Principal Lawyer has announced an exciting expansion of this mission extending inclusion and accessibility beyond the classroom. With the support of the United Supreme Council and other partners, the school will unveil a new outdoor sensory play space and a communication board on the main playground, enhancing engagement for students with diverse learning needs. These initiatives will be celebrated during the Prince Hall School Autism
Together, let us continue to Build on the Work and present sustainable results.
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