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Diversity is top priority for new DAR leadership

DAR makes diversity a top priority as chapters welcome descendants of “Forgotten Patriots.

03/21/2024 | Rating TV-PG

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Diversity is top priority for new DAR leadership

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DAR makes diversity a top priority as chapters welcome descendants of “Forgotten Patriots.

Virginia has nearly 10,000 DAR members in 125 chapters. Many of those chapters have begun welcoming descendants of enslaved and freed Black Patriots as the national lineage organization increases efforts to diversify.

03/21/2024 | Rating TV-PG

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