Jerry Bedford, Jr.

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Jerry Bedford, Jr.

President & Board Chairman

Jerry Bedford Jr. has been a member of the African American Genealogy Group of Kentucky (AAGGKY) since 2011 and served as past president from 2019-2023.

Since 2019, AAGGKY has seen an increase in membership from not only Kentucky residents but also residents from other states in this country. Although the Covid pandemic limited in-person meetings, by utilizing the Zoom meeting platform, the group has attracted as many as 50-60 participants from coast to coast and as far away as France, to the Third Saturday presentations.

AAGGKY’s greatest achievement during the 2022-2023 year was becoming an IRS non-profit LLC. Jerry looks forward to many more years of continued growth of AAGGKY and being available to encourage and assist more people doing their search for ancestors.

Our Mission
Our focus is on preserving Kentucky African-ancestral family history, genealogy, and cultural diversity by teaching research techniques and sharing information within the community.
Genealogy Research
We specifically aim to help individuals research and document their African American ancestry.
Community Outreach
Our education events and webinars strive to spread knowledge about African American genealogy throughout the community.
Education
By focusing on aspects of research unique to the Black Community, the AAGGKY provides a venue for researchers and historians, both black and white, to share their strategies and findings.
Membership
Membership is inclusive and open to all interested in researching, preserving, and sharing information about Kentucky’s African American generations.