ViVa is founded on four pillars to enrich the relationships among the black community. The pillars also serve as a conduit to connect blacks to the Rio Grande Valley and vice versa. The pillars:
1) Community Engagement – Fosters Service, Social Advocacy, Relationship Building & Civic Duty
2) Economic Empowerment – Entrepreneurial Vitality, Financial Literacy, Wellness & Economic Growth
3) Social & Cultural Connection – Personal Family Values, Self-awareness, Mental and Physical Health & Networking
4) Education & Training – Professional Development, Career Planning, Multicultural Competence, Mentoring & Black History Knowledge, Preservation & Celebration
These pillars are foundational to elevate people for sustainability, growth and integration. Thus, not only does it take the black “village” to raise a child, but it also takes the diligence of members of the community to ensure the success of all our children. The result will create mutual respect for our cultural differences and understanding of our similarities.