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Baton Rouge Shines as Local Leaders Honored at Delta Sigma Theta Sorority’s Prestigious Awards Ceremony

An unforgettable evening brought together the best and brightest local changemakers who are shaping the future of Baton Rouge through their incredible contributions to economic development and social impact.

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by Derek Payne
Baton Rouge Shines as Local Leaders Honored at Delta Sigma Theta Sorority’s Prestigious Awards Ceremony
Six community pillars for their exceptional work in their respective fields. Among the honorees were Deputy Superintendent Adam Smith; Dauda Sesay, Founder, President, and CEO of the Louisiana Organization for Refugees and Immigrants; Dr. Rani Whitfield; The Honorable John Michael Guidry, Associate Justice of the Louisiana Supreme Court; and Brandon Lewis, Artist and Director of The Helis Foundation John Scott Center.

Baton Rouge — The city’s brightest stars in community leadership were celebrated at the Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc., Baton Rouge Alumnae Chapter’s highly anticipated Community Leadership Award ceremony. This unforgettable evening brought together the best and brightest local changemakers who are shaping the future of Baton Rouge through their incredible contributions to economic development and social impact.

The spotlight was on six extraordinary individuals who have gone above and beyond to make a difference in the community. Among those honored were Deputy Superintendent Adam Smith, Dauda Sesay, Founder, President, and CEO of the Louisiana Organization for Refugees and Immigrants, Dr. Rani Whitfield, The Honorable John Michael Guidry, Associate Justice of the Louisiana Supreme Court, and Brandon Lewis, Artist and Director of The Helis Foundation John Scott Center.

One of the evening’s most powerful moments came with the recognition of Dianna Payton, who was presented with a prestigious award from the State of Louisiana by State Representative C. Denise Marcelle. This recognition added an extra layer of excitement to the evening, underscoring the relentless dedication of these leaders to making Baton Rouge a better place for all.

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by Derek Payne

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