Blue Ridge Consulting

Blue Ridge Consulting Helping companies and organizations become agents of change.

Founder, Ameena Zia, PhD is an NGO UN Representative at the Economic and Social Affairs Committee (ECOSOC) and a Professor. With over 15 years of strategy consulting experience, Ameena has worked on securing minority representation and voice; spearheading strategic partnerships for change with stakeholders; conceptualizing and implementing nation-wide projects of diaspora service; and with local, state, and national governments on outreach, engagement, and integration.

A Heartfelt Farewell! After an incredible decade in the social impact space, Blue Ridge Impact Consulting is closing its...
03/22/2025

A Heartfelt Farewell!

After an incredible decade in the social impact space, Blue Ridge Impact Consulting is closing its doors. We’ve had the privilege of working with passionate clients and partners on projects that have made a lasting difference in areas like food security, healthcare, education, and workforce development. None of this would have been possible without our talented team and the dedication of those who collaborated with us.

Thank you to everyone who has been part of this incredible journey. Here’s to new beginnings and the ongoing work of creating lasting impact.

With gratitude,
The Blue Ridge Impact Consulting Team

Today marks a powerful moment for women and girls around the world as we celebrate the 69th UN Commission on the Status ...
03/19/2025

Today marks a powerful moment for women and girls around the world as we celebrate the 69th UN Commission on the Status of Women (CSW69) and the 30th Anniversary of the Beijing Declaration.

These milestones remind us of the incredible progress made and the long road ahead. Education and empowerment continue to be our guiding lights. Together, we rise, break barriers, and create a world where every woman and girl can realize her full potential.

Blue Ridge Impact Consulting is proud to advocate for meaningful change and sustainable development.

🌍✨ Join Us at the UN CSW 2025 Parallel Event: Education for Development! 📅 Date: March 18, 2025⏰ Time: 8:30 AM - 10:00 A...
03/19/2025

🌍✨ Join Us at the UN CSW 2025 Parallel Event: Education for Development!

📅 Date: March 18, 2025
⏰ Time: 8:30 AM - 10:00 AM
📍 Location: 11th Floor, Church Center of the United Nations
Hosted by: Blue Ridge Impact Foundation

Education is the key to peace, equality, and sustainable development. Yet, systemic barriers, conflict, and climate change continue to hinder access—especially for girls and marginalized communities.

At this powerful event, we’ll explore groundbreaking education initiatives that blend creative expression, peacebuilding, and women’s empowerment to combat learning poverty and empower future leaders.

🌎What to Expect:
🔹 Education as a Tool for Peacebuilding - Jane Kim, International Women’s Peace Group
🔹 Creative Expression and Empowerment - Assaita Richards
🔹 Partnerships and Policy Advocacy - Ameena Zia, Ph.D., Professor at Brevard College
🔹 Youth-Led Solutions - Assaita Richards

🎙️ Moderator: Cecilia Torres, former UNA - Greater Chicago President

💡 The Blue Ridge Impact Foundation is paving the way for transformative education and resilient communities by fostering inclusive learning pathways. Your voice and participation are essential to driving change!

👉 Join us and be part of the solution! Together, we can create a future where education leaves no one behind.

Today, on International Women’s Day, we proudly recognize the incredible women leaders of Blue Ridge Impact Foundation w...
03/08/2025

Today, on International Women’s Day, we proudly recognize the incredible women leaders of Blue Ridge Impact Foundation who drive meaningful change and champion women’s development across every sector. Their dedication, vision, and unwavering commitment to empowering women and creating equitable opportunities inspire us all.

At Blue Ridge Impact Foundation, we believe that women’s leadership is essential to sustainable progress.

To all the women breaking barriers, lifting others, and leading the way—you are the heart of transformation. Today and every day, we celebrate your impact!

Join our journey of impact, stay connected with us, and learn more about our work!

🔗 https://www.blueridgeimpact.org/

**Blue Ridge Impact Foundation is a service leadership project of Blue Ridge Impact Consulting and all projects are made possible through the firm’s support. We look forward to community partnerships and collaborations in your valuable time commitments.**

Breaking Barriers: Addressing the Challenges for Women and Girls in AppalachiaJoin us for a UN CSW Parallel Event as we ...
03/07/2025

Breaking Barriers: Addressing the Challenges for Women and Girls in Appalachia

Join us for a UN CSW Parallel Event as we shine a light on the unique challenges faced by women and girls in Appalachia—one of the most underserved regions in the U.S. This event will explore the intersections of political representation, health disparities, and environmental challenges, addressing the barriers that hinder gender equality and empowerment.

📅 Date & Time: March 17, 2025 | 10:30 AM – 11:30 AM
📍 Venue: Virtual UN Headquarters Register https://tinyurl.com/UN-69th-CSW-Parallel-Event
🎓 Hosted by: Brevard College

Led by Professor Ameena Zia, Ph.D. and facilitated by the Blue Ridge Impact Foundation, a member of the NGO Committee on the Status of Women, New York (NGO CSW/NY), this initiative fosters education for peace and advocates for social justice at both local and global levels. Through dialogue, testimony, and discussion, we’ll work toward actionable solutions to uplift and empower women and girls in the region.

🔗 Learn more: Brevard College Hosts a Parallel Event at UN CSW69

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Looking ahead to Beijing +30! A throwback to a memorable negotiations with Former UN Women Executive Director Dr. Phumzi...
02/21/2025

Looking ahead to Beijing +30! A throwback to a memorable negotiations with Former UN Women Executive Director Dr. Phumzile Mlambo-Ngcuka and Blue Ridge Impact Founder Dr. Ameena Zia at the UN Headquarters in NYC.

Blue Ridge Impact is excited to engage with stakeholders at CSW on women, peace, and education. Stay tuned!

UN Experiential Fellowship Lecture Series 🌍✨🔹 Title: Unpacking United Nations🔹 Lecturer: Cecilia Torres, Former Presiden...
02/19/2025

UN Experiential Fellowship Lecture Series 🌍✨

🔹 Title: Unpacking United Nations
🔹 Lecturer: Cecilia Torres, Former President, United Nations Association - Greater Chicago Area

📅 Date: Thursday, February 20, 2025
⏰ Time: 9:30 AM - 10:10 AM EST (Zoom)

🔗 Join via Zoom:
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81062499516?pwd=HKkwstezBq4ekR7h9PbhglCmaEWbfy.1

🆔 Meeting ID: 810 6249 9516
🔑 Passcode: 0000

Cecilia Torres is a dedicated public policy professional with a Master of Public Policy and Administration (MPPA), specializing in human rights and social justice. With experience across private and non-profit sectors, she currently serves as an office coordinator in the human rights sector.

🏅 She has also been honored with a Presidential Award for her volunteer advocacy with UNICEF USA, deepening her commitment to the United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goals, particularly in child rights and sustainable development.

Don’t miss this insightful session! 📢

Science education is crucial for shaping innovation, critical thinking, and societal advancement. It extends beyond memo...
02/12/2025

Science education is crucial for shaping innovation, critical thinking, and societal advancement. It extends beyond memorizing facts—it nurtures a mindset that questions, explores, and drives meaningful change for the future.

At Blue Ridge Team, we are committed to strengthening science education through initiatives like our Read Aloud program. Books such as “Change the Change”introduce young minds to critical topics like climate education, empowering them with knowledge and inspiring action for a sustainable world.

Celebrating National Women and Girls in Sports Day!At Blue Ridge Impact Foundation, we recognize the powerful intersecti...
02/07/2025

Celebrating National Women and Girls in Sports Day!

At Blue Ridge Impact Foundation, we recognize the powerful intersection of literacy and sports in shaping the future of young girls. Both are transformative tools that build confidence, resilience, and opportunity, helping girls thrive academically and athletically. When combined, they foster well-rounded leaders ready to take on the world!

🏆📚 Why NWGSD Matters:
Established in 1987 by President Ronald Reagan, National Women and Girls in Sports Day (NWGSD) is celebrated annually on the first Wednesday of February to honor female athletes and advocate for equal opportunities in sports. Athletics instill teamwork, discipline, and self-worth, empowering girls far beyond the game.

💡 As Billie Jean King once said: “The empowerment of girls and women through sport is one of the most powerful tools we have to promote gender equality and build stronger communities.”

Join us in championing education, athletics, and equal opportunities for all girls!

Visit www.blueridgeimpact.org to learn more.

Due to popular demand, it is now open to students and recent graduates anywhere in the world. The deadline to apply for ...
02/03/2025

Due to popular demand, it is now open to students and recent graduates anywhere in the world. The deadline to apply for the UN Experiential Fellowship 2025 is Feb 5th!

“I am thrilled that in our fifth session, we are expanding this global education exchange opportunity for college students and recent graduates. Through a hands-on, experiential approach, participants will explore the intersection of political economy and globalization”.
- Dr. Ameena Zia, Founder, Blue Ridge Consulting ()

Apply now (link in the profile) https://tinyurl.com/UNFellows2025

UN Experiential Fellowship is a service project of Blue Ridge Impact Consulting and facilitated by Blue Ridge Impact Foundation.
For more information, contact [email protected].

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Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. spoke to the importance of organizing strength in his sermon “Where Do We Go From Here?” on A...
01/18/2025

Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. spoke to the importance of organizing strength in his sermon “Where Do We Go From Here?” on August 16, 1967, during the Southern Christian Leadership Conference’s (SCLC) annual convention in Atlanta, Georgia and said, “power properly understood is nothing but the ability to achieve purpose. It is the strength required to bring about social, political, and economic change… What is needed is a realization that power without love is reckless and abusive, and love without power is sentimental and anemic.”

And in these words he emphasized the balance between strength and compassion in organizing for effective and just action…

Gratitude for advocacy partnerships and stakeholder engagement with Office of the Secretary, U.S. Department of Commerce...
12/19/2024

Gratitude for advocacy partnerships and stakeholder engagement with Office of the Secretary, U.S. Department of Commerce. 🕊️

Image: Andres Chong-Qui Torres  
Director, Office of the Secretary, U.S. Department of Commerce & Ameena Zia, CEO Blue Ridge Impact Consulting.

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