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About Us

Mosaic Visions’ story

Mosaic Visions creates transformative spaces that catalyze cultural change through innovative arts, humanities, and interdisciplinary programming. Our work centers historically neglected communities, with a particular focus on Jews of Color, while fostering open dialogue and meaningful connections across diverse cultural traditions. Through creative collaborations, cultural and artistic initiatives, we celebrate the richness of human expression while building pathways to deeper understanding between communities.

By connecting creative expression with civic engagement, we strengthen bonds between the Jewish community and other historically marginalized groups, cultivating leaders who shape new narratives of change. Our programs create inclusive spaces that welcome all voices while amplifying perspectives that have been historically overlooked, inspiring collective action toward a more just and interconnected society.

Our Story

Mosaic Visions’ commitment

Our commitment to advocacy, education, and social transformation remains steadfast as we work to generate greater visibility and understanding through arts and humanities. Together, we’re building a world where cultural expression becomes a powerful catalyst for social change, and where diverse communities can share their wisdom, creativity, and humanity in ways that honor both our distinct traditions and our shared future.

Our Story

Mosaic Visions’ commitment

Our commitment to advocacy, education, and social transformation remains steadfast as we work to generate greater visibility and understanding through arts and humanities. Together, we’re building a world where cultural expression becomes a powerful catalyst for social change, and where diverse communities can share their wisdom, creativity, and humanity in ways that honor both our distinct traditions and our shared future.

Building Inclusive Communities

Through conversation and dialogue, we strategize ways to strengthen and unify the Jewish community by being more inclusive of Jews from all racial and ethnic backgrounds through actions as well as strengthening the local community to be more inclusive. The next level of action is to work in the larger community by establishing action-oriented projects focused on community building nationally and internationally strengthening diverse identities, acceptance, and inclusion. We believe in employing both words and deeds that lead to constructive change.

Join Us in Acts of Loving-Kindness

Pirkei Avot reminds us that deeds of loving-kindness are one of the pillars on which the world stands. Whether you were born Jewish or are a Jew by choice, or identify as a Jew of Color or as an ally, we welcome you to find out more about the Mosaic Visions by signing up.

Board of Governance

Guided by leaders dedicated to equity and community, our board champions diversity, ensuring Mosaic Visions achieves its inclusive vision and goals.

Dr Shernita Lee

Board Chair | Diversity Advocate | Assistant Vice Provost | Computational Biologist

Dr. Shernita Lee leads Mosaic Visions’ Board while serving on the Advisory Board since 2020, she joins us as 2024 Board Chair. She currently serves as Assistant Vice Provost at Appalachian State University, and she is committed to equity and inclusion. Her journey from mathematics at Alabama State University to earning a doctorate in genetics, bioinformatics, and computational biology from Virginia Tech exemplifies the transformative power of diverse perspectives in STEM fields. Dr. Lee champions innovative approaches to inclusive excellence through her leadership, creating pathways for underrepresented students to thrive.

Hadassah Sampson

Secretary of the Board

Hadassah Sampson, a health management systems student, advocates for equality and social justice, channeling her passion into prioritizing underserved communities as our Board Secretary.

Dee Sanae

Visionary/Founder

Dee Sanae, our visionary founder, leads with passion and dedication, steering Mosaic Visions toward a future of equity, diversity, and unity within the Jewish community.

Hadassah Sampson

Secretary of the Board

Hadassah Sampson, a health management systems student, advocates for equality and social justice, channeling her passion into prioritizing underserved communities as our Board Secretary.

Past Founding Board

Rain Pryor

Emeritus Board Member

Rain Pryor, writer, director, actress, and DEI strategist, passionately builds a community for BIPOC Jews, sharing their unique stories and contributing to Mosaic Visions’ mission.

Larry Rubin

Emeritus Board Member

Larry Rubin, an advocate with a rich history in organizing, works tirelessly to build solidarity between African American and Jewish communities, fostering unity and social change.