Steven Board
Steven Board is a dynamic leader, visionary, and advocate for community empowerment. He serves as the President of the United Black Men of Queens (UBMQ), an esteemed organization dedicated to fostering unity, education, and growth within the community. With a passion for storytelling and meaningful dialogue, Steven co-hosts the podcast show Divine 9 alongside Christina Hinkson, a platform that explores impactful narratives and celebrates cultural excellence.
Known for his commitment to service, Steven has spearheaded numerous initiatives aimed at uplifting underserved communities and promoting equity. His ability to inspire change and build connections has made him a respected figure both locally and beyond.
When not leading conversations or initiatives, Steven enjoys mentoring, public speaking, and creating pathways for the next generation of leaders.
Bilal Hassan Key is a Queens native born to Mohammed and Aisha Hassan. Bilal is a productof homeschool where his mother was his first teacher from Kindergarten-sixth grade. Bilal is a proud graduate of Clara Muhamamd School of Queens Class of 2010 and the first degree granting HBCU Lincoln University, PA Class of 2014.
Bilal is known as the community meteorologist on social media, former weather reporter for A
New Day for Al Islam in America WPAT 930AM and Lincoln University first ever full time weather reporter for the radio and television station WWLU 88.7FM/LU-TV. As of recent Bilal has worked mainly in the areas of environmental stewardship, environmental and climate justice and citizen science engaging communities across the NYC Tri-State Area. Bilal career in environmental stewardship took off while at Lincoln when he chartered the Environmental Science Club back on campus, appointed to the University Sustainability Board and chosen to represent as a T oyota Green Ambassador. He has served several years in Americorp programs with the NYC Department of Environmental Protection and NYC Department of Parks and Recreation.
As of recent Bilal worked two years as an Organics Outreach Coordinator for Big Reuse in the area of community composting and as of today is the Director of Mentoring for United Black Men of Queens Foundation, Inc. servicing middle and high school scholars (male and female) by organizing activities in financial literacy, self care, etiquette, self defense martial arts, robotics and coding, swimming and much more.
In addition, Bilal serves in several other leadership capacities which includes President of AALU NY Metro Chapter, Inc. , Marketing Chair of The HBCU Hub Inc. , Executive Producer for New Freedom XChange podcast, Co-Executive Director of New Freedom Works, Inc. , Vice-Chair for Queens Solid Waste Advisory Board and Chair of the HBCU Muslim Student Association Coalition.
As a dedicated public servant and advocate, I am passionate about bridging the gap between government and the communities we serve, with a focus on uplifting marginalized voices. In my new role as the Director of Operations for the United Black Men of Queens Foundation, I draw on a breadth of experience addressing community needs and advocating for those whose voices often go unheard.
My commitment to social justice and equity is deeply rooted in my upbringing in Southeast Queens as the son of Haitian immigrants. Inspired by my parents’ stories of overcoming systemic barriers, I co-founded The Black Latino Employee Networking and Development (BLEND) group in a city agency to create professional development opportunities for Black and Latino employees. This initiative reflects my dedication to fostering inclusion, equity, and advancement within professional spaces.
I am proud to serve as the Men’s Chair for the Coalition of Black Trade Unionists (CBTU) NYC Chapter, a Union Delegate for Local 372 (DC-37), and a co-founder of the Breaking the Ice Mental Health Conference, held annually at Adelphi University. My passion for advocacy extends to working with Black boys and men across New York City, empowering the next generation of leaders through mentorship, education, and community engagement.
Through my multifaceted approach—encompassing government, labor, community advocacy, and mental health—I am driven by a deep commitment to building lasting change. At the United Black Men of Queens Foundation, I strive to leverage these experiences to further our mission of fostering self-actualization, creating a culture of belonging, and expanding our presence throughout Queens.