Black Parent Initiative

Meet Xeroncia Zervis 🌱

Xeroncia is an Infant & Early Childhood Mental Health Consultant with the Every Child Belongs program—bringing intention, care, and deep connection to the families and providers she serves ✨

With a Bachelor of Science in Educational Studies from Grand Canyon University, she brings a strong foundation in early childhood development, mental health consultation, and family engagement 💜

In her role at BPI, Xeroncia focuses on:
✨ Providing reflective consultation to early learning providers
✨ Supporting Preschool for All family navigation
✨ Connecting families to culturally responsive resources across the community

Her approach is relational, intentional, and rooted in respect, making sure every family feels seen, valued, and supported 🌿
Xeroncia’s passion for this work is both professional and personal. As a sister to a brother with autism, she understands the importance of systems that are inclusive, supportive, and responsive to every child’s unique needs.

She is deeply committed to advancing equity and creating spaces where all children and families can thrive because every child deserves care that honors who they are and where they come from 💫

🎉 Fun Fact: Xeroncia enjoys learning new ways to support children of all abilities and is passionate about advocating for inclusive spaces 💜

We’ve loved introducing you to our incredible team here at BPI, now come celebrate 20 years with us at our annual Radical Black Joy Gala on May 29th🖤✨

Meet Bianca Diamond 🌱

Bianca serves as an Infant & Early Childhood Mental Health Coordinator and Family Navigator with the Every Child Belongs program—bringing care, compassion, and connection to every family she works with ✨

With a strong background in family support, early childhood development, and community-based care, Bianca is deeply committed to building meaningful relationships and showing up for families in ways that truly matter

In her role, she focuses on:
✨ Supporting families and preschool providers through mental health-informed care
✨ Connecting communities to resources that meet their unique needs
✨ Creating relationship-based support systems that uplift and empower

Bianca is passionate about promoting healthy child development while ensuring families and providers have access to culturally responsive, community-rooted services 🌿
Her journey includes working as a case manager supporting families impacted by addiction, serving as a student advocate, and volunteering as a youth leader—experiences that continue to shape her empathetic, compassionate approach to this work.
She holds a Bachelor of Science in Psychology and is dedicated to creating spaces where families feel seen, valued, and empowered 💫

🎉 Fun Fact: Bianca enjoys giving back to her community and finds joy in mentoring and supporting youth 💜
Stay tuned as we continue to introduce the amazing people behind our Together We Can program

Meet Aliyah Brown 🌱

Aliyah is walking in her purpose every day as a Parent Educator with Together We Can, supporting, uplifting, and empowering families in our community ✨

As a mother herself, Aliyah brings both professional knowledge and lived experience into her work. She understands the challenges, the love, and the strength it takes to show up for your family 💜

Her work is rooted in:
✨ Building real, meaningful connections with families
✨ Creating safe spaces for growth, healing, and support
✨ Empowering parents to feel confident in their journey

Aliyah is passionate about reminding families of something we all need to hear:
💬 “You can’t pour from an empty cup.”
She believes self-care isn’t selfish—it’s essential. When parents take care of themselves, they’re able to show up fully for their children and create healthier, more nurturing homes🌿

For Aliyah, this work is more than a job, it’s heart work. It’s healing work. And she’s honored to walk alongside each family every step of the way 💫

🎉 Fun Fact: Aliyah loves finding small moments of peace in her day—whether it’s quiet time, music, or doing something that helps her recharge 💜
Stay tuned as we continue to introduce the amazing people behind BPI !

Introducing Together We Can — BPI’s Home Visiting Program 💜

At the Black Parent Initiative, we believe strong families build strong futures and Together We Can is all about making that happen.

This year-long journey supports families with little ones (2 months to 5 years) through a powerful mix of home visiting, group connection, and community engagement. We’re talking real support, real growth, and real impact.

From day one, families are met with care, culture, and connection. Through relationship-based home visits and group experiences, we help parents:
✨ Strengthen cultural identity and reconnect with their roots
✨ Build confidence in parenting and child development
✨ Create safe, healthy, and thriving home environments
✨ Work toward economic stability and self-sufficiency

Our certified Parents As Teachers (PAT) home visitors partner with families every step of the way;helping set goals, celebrate wins, and navigate challenges.

We’re also focused on:
✔️ Early childhood development & school readiness
✔️ Identifying developmental and health needs early
✔️ Preventing child abuse & neglect through support and education

This isn’t just a program, it’s a community. A space where families are seen, supported, and empowered to grow together.

Stay tuned as we continue to highlight the programs, people, and impact behind BPI 💜