African Research Collaborative

Leadership & Advisory Board
ARC Leadership

Dr. Erica Bass-Flimmons
Co-Founder & Director of Cultural Exchange
Global education leader with extensive experience designing research-based academic programs across Africa.

Dr. Melissa Speight Vaughn
Co-Founder, CEO & International Research Director
Scholar and program architect with over 20 years of experience in education research, youth development, and international partnerships.
ARC Leadership
ARC’s Advisory Board provides guidance on academic quality, cultural integrity, ethical engagement, and student safety.
Advisory Board Members Include:

Dr. Joyce E. King
Distinguished Scholar, Education & Africana Studies

Dr. Gwendolyn Benson
Associate Dean, Georgia State University

Dr. Julie Washington
Professor of Language & Literacy, UC Irvine

Cindy McNeil
International Program Leader & Educator

Kanika Wellington
Ghana Cultural Liaison & Sister City Co-Founder

Dr. Afia Zaykia
Political Scientist & Former Country Director, WaterAid Ghana