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Thank you for helping us to celebrate our 25th Anniversary. Citizens to Abolish Domestic apartheid, Inc. (CADAprograms) was founded in 1990 as a result of extreme police brutality in Crestas Terrace, the oldest African American suburban community in Pittsburgh. CADAprograms was founded long before it became politically correct to address racial and social injustice. North Versailles, PA could have become another Ferguson, MO or a Baltimore, MD. The news media refused to cover the events listed in our history. In fact, I was told "The events were too hot to cover," by an African American newscaster.

The events that were occurring in "Crestas" mirrored the events that were occurring in South Africa. Prompting the name of the organization. What the history does not reference, is that in December of 1989 at 2:00 A.M. my son was threatened by phone by racists related to a local constable. They phoned under the pretense that it was an emergency. I could hear them hollering the "N" word in the phone. I took the phone from my son and they threatened to harm both of my children. I called the local police and they would not take the complaint initially because they knew the constable. Later the excuse was they did not recognize my name, because my children's last name was different. That night, I phoned two additional police forces (East McKeesport and East Pittsburgh) and even then, my complaint was also not taken seriously. I was told to go to Crestas for my safety. I did go to Crestas. To arm myself for personal protection, a shot gun, a rifle, and/or my Dad's 38 police revolver, whatever I NEED TO PROTECT MY HOME AND CHILDREN inside of it. I informed the police of my intentions to protect me home as they proceeded to intimidate me and the suggestion of me doing so. After being intimidated and ignored by the police I informed them that I would contact the Office of Civil Rights. This is only where my complaint was taken seriously.

Some individuals were resistant to the organization's name change, which symbolized diversity and cultural proficiency. Embracing the belief that "There is much work to be done, together," the partnership between CADAprograms and the North Versailles Police Department could serve as an exemplar for others. Our goal is to collaborate effectively and implement educational initiatives for after-school and summer programs. We urge the District Attorney's Office to participate in discussions and provide financial backing to CADAprograms and the North Versailles Police Chief, aiming to tackle the social challenges undermining the predominantly African American residents of the historic "Crestas Terrace" community. 

Crestas boasts a rich heritage that continues to be preserved: a harmonious and diverse community; a Tuskegee Airman; a Tuskegee University alumnus from many years past; the state's first "All Black Volunteer Fire Company;" the Crestas Terrace Fire Department; Pennsylvania's inaugural Black Township Commissioner; a multitude of college graduates from single-family homes; and a legacy that encompasses the achievements of some of America's most distinguished individuals. Among them is native Danielle (Dani) Brown, the Senior Vice President and Chief Information Officer (CIO) of Whirlpool Corporation, recognized in Forbes Magazine as a Top Leader and featured on the Forbes CIO Next list, which spotlights transformative CIOs at the helm of innovation and strategic initiatives. This program is dedicated to fostering, leading and leaving such a "Legacy of CADA programs, our families, and our community participants."

Beverly D. Washington of North Versailles, PA has 40-plus years experience in the Library Sciences & Library Special transliterating Skills at the University of Pittsburgh, University Library Systems from (1973-current).

High School graduate from…”East Allegheny High School.” Attended Manpower Training Program and received Business Certificate.  Forty years work experience is equivalent to a Bachelor’s degree in Library Science.

Beverly embodies a positive and dynamic approach to work, offering a unique set of skills in mentoring mothers and children, and counseling young mothers in recovery. She has worked part-time at "Healthy Start House" and "House of Hope," providing information and assistance to help participants become informed about 12 Step Recovery, along with recovery enhancement programs, policies, procedures, and protocols. Additionally, she dedicated five years to the CADA programs facility and remains an active supporter and volunteer. As a community member, she contributes to women's welfare and, as the founder of a women's motivational group, she aids women who have faced various life struggles to become empowered, motivated, and inspired. Beverly has raised five children, two of her own and three foster children.

Her faith is a cornerstone of her life; she has been a member of Mt. Carmel Baptist Church since childhood and enjoys singing praises to God as a long-standing Mass Choir member, currently serving as its President/Secretary. Her favorite Bible verse is Philippians 4:13: "I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me."

Beverly's life has been enriched by numerous mentors, starting with her loving parents who instilled in her the value of hard work and perseverance early on.

She prioritizes God, family, and then business, believing that by taking care of God's business, He will take care of hers. The most significant influences in her life have been her grandparents. She has always admired their conduct, their treatment of others, and their virtuous lives. Beverly aspires to embody the very best qualities of both grandparents.

Lamonte E. Wilson was born in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania and has more than years of firefighting experience, including four years in the United States Coast Guard, and 22 years of service with the Pittsburgh Bureau of Fire.

 In March of 1996 Lamonte was appointed Fire Chief of the Allegheny County Bureau of Fire.  He was the first African American Department Chief in Western Pennsylvania.

Lamonte’s previous positions have included Fire Suppression, Training, Explosives & Fireworks Taskforces, Fire Supply, and Minority Recruitment Specialist.

During his tenure as Communications Officer (for The Pittsburgh Bureau of Fire) he was published in several national magazines including APCO; Association of Public-safety Communications Officials International.

In addition to his hands-on practical service, Lamonte aided in the positive development of safety measures by serving on multiple boards and committees.  These included such diverse positions as the National Task Force on Local Community Preparedness and Response, where was a Charter Advisory Seat Member, in Washington, D.C., in 2005.  He also served on the Allegheny County Local Emergency Planning Committee and the Region 13 Fire and Haz-Mat Committee, and the Allegheny Firefighter’s Advisory Committee.  He also served as a Board Member of New Dawn Ministries, of LJS Publications and the Greater Allegheny and Monongahela Housing Corporation.  He continued to exhibit his civic-mindedness and giving spirit by sharing his expertise on the Presbyterian University Hospital Stress Debriefing Team and as the President of the 13th Ward Democratic Club.

For these, and numerous other civic and public service activities, Lamonte was inducted into the Heinz History Center in 2004, as well as receiving the Black Trailblazers Award from Renaissance Publications in 2003.

Lamonte’s educational background includes Fire Science and Administration at Allegheny County Community College, and Journalism and Communications at Point Park College located in Pittsburgh Pennsylvania.

During his four-year tenure as Fire Chief there were many positive changes within the County’s Aviation Department, including the construction of our New Regional ARFF Training Facility and the creation of The Allegheny County Airport Authority.

Kimberly Mosby-Griffin was born in the nation’s capital, Washington, D.C. At a young age her mother, Rev. Dr. Janis C. Brooks, moved her and her brother to her hometown North Versailles, PA. Growing up, most of her days were spent at her grandmother’s home in Crestas Terrace, where the entire community was known to her as family. She attended East Allegheny High School and graduated in 1995 as the class Valedictorian. Kimberly received her undergraduate degree from Wellesley College, an Ivy League women’s institution  located outside of Boston, MA. After matriculating from Wellesley College, Kimberly accepted a research position at the National Institute of Neurological Diseases and Stroke (NINDS) at the National Institutes of Health (NIH).

 This position involved researching investigational therapies for individuals living with Huntington’s, Alzheimer’s, and Parkinson’s diseases. Her role combined her desire to work with the elderly and their families with her love for innovative research. Due to her experiences with clinical trials at NINDS, Kimberly sought a position with greater oversight and increased authority to shut down investigations that were dangerous and failed to adhere to Federal law and took a position at the Emmes Corporation. Emmes has been involved with groundbreaking trials that established standards of care for cancer, identified supplements effective in delaying progression of macular degeneration, and most recently investigating effective treatment and prevention of Ebola. 

Over time Kimberly saw her career grow, however she knew that in order to continue growing she needed to further her education. Kimberly earned a Master’s of Science degree in Clinical Research Administration from the George Washington University. Kimberly’s years of hard work were recently recognized when she was promoted to co-Principal Investigator for the AIDS Malignancy Consortium’s Operations and Data Management Center and promoted corporately to a Project Lead. She is one of a few minorities to hold this title and is the youngest Principal Investigator in the company. 

 Corporately she serves as the Chair for the Emmes Institutional Review Board (IRB), a role which requires provision of regulatory oversight of all projects run by the company. In her spare time she works to serve the local community as an active member of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. 

She is also an accomplished cellist. Kimberly is married to a wonderful husband, Damon Griffin, a mental health counselor. They reside in Maryland and are the proud parents of one child, a beautiful girl.