Councilwoman Karen Y. Johnson selected for the NBC-LEO Foundation Fellows Program

NASHVILLE, TN – Councilwoman Karen Y. Johnson was chosen from a competitive slate of national applicants for the NBC-LEO Foundation Fellows Program by the National Black Caucus of Local Elected Officials. The Foundation was established by the NBC-LEO constituency group of the National League of Cities. Two individuals are selected nationally each year to participate in the program. The Fellows program supports and conducts non-partisan research, technical assistance, training, educational and informational activities, and programs to advance African American political participation at the local level. “I am honored to have the opportunity to participate in the upcoming leadership program,” said Councilwoman Johnson. I know this will give me the opportunity to focus on the leadership tools and policies that can help me be an effective advocate for the community and our great city.” End