Our Leadership

Yhoshua Adama

Facilitator / Artist / Organizer

Founder &
​Marketing Manager

Joshua C. L. Stepney also know as "Yhoshua Adama", has worked for years to understand and utilize the power of music and the arts for healing. As a self-taught guitarists, vocalists and performing artist, he started his career as a music producer. As he fine tuned his skills working with and developing artists he published and independently distributed music online as well as in stores and public venues from 2008-2012. With hopes to give independent artists of all disciplines a means to make more out of their creativity by serving their local communities, Joshua began networking with organizations and local groups. Working with amazing talents like "Alexander Simone"  the grandson of the legendary Nina Simone, he published music for movies and events. Working with volunteer faith-based and non-profit organizations in New Jersey, Virginia, Haiti, and the Dominican Republic Joshua discovered he has a natural ability to work as a coach and educator and activists/organizer. Using his experience, Joshua began the process of developing Peace Culture Club in 2012 while running a small business consulting company called "La'Sol Promotions". He has always believed that together people can grow and create opportunities that would not have been otherwise possible. As Peace Culture Club grows, we hope to continue to change lives and educate through the arts all across this great nation, promoting peace and resilience to all those in need.

Office Manager

Nicole Dickerson MSW, LSW

Administration / Advocacy

Nicole Dickerson is a highly experienced licensed social worker with a 13-year tenure in the human service field. With an unwavering passion for people and their mental well-being, Ms. Dickerson has dedicated her career to supporting individuals with diverse needs, including dual diagnosis, depression, special needs, and other challenging diagnosis. Ms. Dickerson has consistently demonstrated her unwavering dedication to peoples growth and healing. Nicole has skillfully provided a nurturing environment for individuals to freely express themselves and rebuild their lives. Her commitment to the public's welfare and her tireless efforts to create a safe and peaceful environment have made her an inspirational figure in the field. With her professional expertise and compassionate nature Nicole continues to be a beacon of hope, helping countless individuals maintain their mental health and overall well-being.

Joi E. Stepney, M.Ed.

Development /Education / Administration

Program Manager

A passionate, motivated, and ambitious leader holding a Masters Degree in Educational Leadership from Montclair State University and Natural Sciences degree from Georgian Court University with a successful background in transformational leadership and data driven student academic achievement. Ms. Stepney is a mentor and educational consultant for Science and Mathematics, a Next Generation Science Standards teacher coach, curriculum writer and has developed a reputation as a leading educator. With over 10 years of experience she is charting new pathways forward in youth development with her scientific S.T.E.A.M. focused approach.

Artist Partners:

artistic Director

Rob "Nice" Da Producer

recording Engineer / Music Producer

Rob Nice is a highly acclaimed music producer and audio engineer known for his unparalleled talent in the realm of hip-hop and R&B. With a career spanning over two decades, Rob has solidified himself as a cornerstone in the music industry, leaving an indelible mark with his distinctive sound and meticulous attention to detail. Hailing from the vibrant music scene of New Jersey, Rob's journey began with a passion for crafting beats and shaping sounds. His innate ability to blend soulful melodies with hard-hitting rhythms quickly garnered attention, propelling him into the spotlight as one of the most sought-after producers in the game. Rob Nice's impressive resume boasts collaborations with some of the biggest names in the industry, including Young Steff, Styles P., Jadakiss, Kenny Ortiz, Mike Caron, and many more. His signature production style, characterized by lush instrumentation and infectious grooves, has graced countless hit records and elevated artists to new heights of success. Beyond his work behind the boards, Rob is also revered for his expertise in audio engineering, ensuring that every project he touches achieves sonic perfection. Whether mixing tracks in the studio or fine-tuning live performances on stage, his commitment to excellence shines through in every aspect of his work. With an unwavering dedication to his craft and a relentless pursuit of innovation, Rob Nice continues to shape the sound of modern music, leaving an enduring legacy that resonates with audiences worldwide. As he continues to push the boundaries of creativity and collaboration, the future holds limitless possibilities for this musical visionary.

Danita R. Green, M.A.

Author / Artist / Activist / Healer

Trauma Healing Spec.

Danita Rountree Green, M.A., TLSC is a talented wordsmith, trauma healer and Co-CEO of Coming To The Table-RVA,  a nonprofit committed to racial healing in the city known as the former Capital of the Confederacy.  As the leader of an inclusivity group in RVA, she facilitates the "courageous yet clumsy" conversation on race,  social equity and the legacy of the American Slave Trade for a mixed race audience with over 1200 online members and 800 active participants seeking to heal the wounds of the past. Appearing before audiences on five national tours, Danita has shared the stage with Iyanla Vanzant, Levar Burton and Dr. Bernice King. Her work has been featured in Style,  Slantress, Essence and Richmond Magazines as well as USA TODAY and The Wall Street Journal.  In 2013, she served as a chairperson for the 8th Annual Arts in Society Conference held in Budapest, Hungary,  presenting her research on restorative language as a healing tool in marginalized communities. At home, she is the artist in residence for the VA. Dept. of Health providing a wide range of services related to trauma informed care. Due to her work in race and trauma,   she was selected the United States Dept. of Patents and Trade as their  ASALH Hallowed Ground Commemoration speaker in 2016 and co presenter with co-founder of Gathering At The Table RVA, Martha Rollins for WOMANKIND 2018.  

Production Manager

Kenny Ortiz

A&R / manager / consultant

Ortiz is responsible for helping acts to get signed by major labels. Artists that benefited from Kenny's musical ear include: Jazmine Sullivan (whom Ortiz discovered on Showtime of The Apollo, brought her into the studio for the first time, and then introduced to her to her mentor Missy Elliott who would eventually produce her #1 singles nearly a decade later), Brian McKnight (whom Ortiz discovered utilizing his vocals for demos and eventually brought him in front of labels who signed him), "Joe" (also demo vocalist for Ortiz and was first to use him as a producer and writer as well as introduced him to the history of the R&B world, and nurtured his craft. Ortiz introduced him to Pharrell Williams). Ortiz also helped in the development of acts like: Shaffer Smith aka Ne-Yo (whom Ortiz A&R'd as a senior vice president at Columbia Records, Amerie (A&R’d her platinum album All I Have), Ryan Toby (helped him land his position in the movie Sister Act 2), Johnta Austin (discovered him, signed him to RCA Records and put him together with Pharrell Williams, and the Wu-Tang Clan received their first R&B record from Ortiz, who handpicked them to remix "Anything" by SWV which catapulted them from underground to household name.