Executive Committee
Terry Lynne Burks
Secretary
Affiliations
AAHGS
AAGHSC – Chicago
AAHGS – Georgia
GEN Buddies
Mail: tlbburks@gmail.com
Research Areas
Mississippi
Georgia
Virginia
South Carolina
North Carolina
Alabama
Arkansas
Louisiana
Biography
Academically, Terry holds a bachelor’s degree in public relations and marketing from Pepperdine University, Malibu California. A varied course study has contributed to her effective communication and outreach skills.
Terry’s leadership abilities shine through as the Research and Training Chair for the Afro-American Genealogical Society of Chicago and an Ambassador for A Better Chance.
As a member of many American Genealogical and Historical Societies, she values collaboration and the collective effort to preserve and share African American history. Beyond her professional and academic pursuits, Terry is an active community volunteer, a sports enthusiast, a ‘couch coach,’ and an avid reader.
Terry’s leadership abilities shine through as the Research and Training Chair for the Afro-American Genealogical Society of Chicago, an Ambassador for A Better Chance and as an Early Learning Specialist (ELS) for ParentChild+.
Terry is honored to serve on the board of the Black Pearls of Genealogy