Bishop Silvester Beaman was appointed as the chair of the President’s Advisory Council on African Diaspora Engagement in the United States (PAC-ADE). This advisory council includes 11 other members, who are representatives of and reflect the diversity of the African Diaspora from African American and African immigrant communities. This includes individuals who have distinguished themselves in government, sports, creative industries, business, academia, social work, and faith-based activities. More information about the Advisory Council can be found in President Biden’s Statement announcing the Inaugural Members of the Advisory Council, Secretary Blinken’s Statement on the Inaugural Members of the Advisory Council, and Executive Order 14089.