future jewelers academy (FJA)
“I envisioned a high school bench jewelry program that provides students with the chance to explore craftsmanship, design, creativity, and essential business skills. The curriculum starts with foundational techniques and gradually advances to intricate designs and entrepreneurial concepts. This approach ensures a fun and engaging experience, equipping students with valuable competencies for their future careers or personal passions.”
Adrianne Sanogo is
a visionary educator
From its conception to its implementation, Adrianne Sanogo has focused on innovative curriculum design for the FJA, which goes beyond simply introducing students to a new STE(A)M subject that is not widely offered in public high schools.
The program seeks to address the industry's pressing need for skilled bench jewelers. Adrianne is a Visionary Educator who had a dream for a new educational opportunity, with an eye toward the future.
FJA Capstone at Brooklyn Steam Center - June 2024
FJA at brooklyn Steam center
BROOKLYN, NY
FJA launched at the Brooklyn Steam Center and supported by Jewelers Mutual Group in April 2024, tackles the nationwide shortage of bench jewelers at the high school level while providing underrepresented youth with career pathways in the jewelry industry.
FJA AT BALDWIN HIGH SCHOOL @SHUBERT
BALDWIN NY ON LONG ISLAND
Baldwin High School @Shubert - Baldwin NY on Long Island
FJA Baldwin High School @Shubert classroom under construction (Summer 2024)
FJA Baldwin High School @Shubert classroom under construction (Summer 2024)
FJA Baldwin High School @Shubert classroom under construction (Summer 2024)
FJA Baldwin High School @Shubert classroom almost complete (Summer 2024)
FJA Baldwin High School @Shubert classroom - Classes kicked off (Fall 2024)
“Rock the Jewels” was presented by Black in Jewelry Coalition and NYCJW with special guest Simone I. Smith.
Rock the Jewels is a celebration of diversity and creativity in the world of jewelry. This year marks the 50th anniversary of hip hop, and we are excited to commemorate this milestone by celebrating the influence of this unique musical genre on the gem and jewelry industry.
Join us for an evening of glamour, style, and celebration, as we gather at the breathtaking Elsie Rooftop on November 16th at 6pm.
James Mack GIA AJP of James Mack Fine Jewelry in Miami interviews Adrianne Sanogo GIA GG at the BIJC Rock the Jewels Gala at Elsie’s Rooftop in NYC on 11/16/2023.
Video produced by: James Mack Miami
Black in Jewelry Coalition & JCK Make History at 30th Anniversary of JCK Las Vegas
Black in Jewelry Coalition Design Collective at 30th JCK Las Vegas (June 2022) - Left to Right | Christian Bolling of Jeffery B Jewelers; Sasha Flynn of Adore-Adorn; Natacha Metayer of JNCY; Patricia ("Trish") Carruth of Your Personal Jeweler
PHOTOGRAPH - Adrianne Sanogo
BIJC Board Members | WJA Awards for Excellence Gala October 2021 NYC
BIJC Board Members | WJA Awards for Excellence Gala October 2021 NYC
BIJC with new and old friends | AGS Conclave | September 2021 | Dallas TX
Malyia McNaughton, Adrianne Sanogo, Annie Doresca and Natacha Metayer | AGS Conclave | September 2021 | Dallas TX
Malyia McNaughton, Adrianne Sanogo | AGS Conclave | September 2021 | Dallas TX
BIJC members, friends, and BOA | AGS Conclave | September 2021 | Dallas TX
Left to Right: Malyia McNaughton, Elyssa Jenkins-Perez, Adrianne Sanogo, Lisette Scott | BIJC Panel Discussion | AGS Conclave | April 2022 | Oklahoma City
Left to Right: Malyia McNaughton, Elyssa Jenkins-Perez, Adrianne Sanogo, Lisette Scott | BIJC Panel Discussion | AGS Conclave | April 2022 | Oklahoma City
President's Party | AGS Conclave | April 2022 | Oklahoma City
BIJC Board Retreat | May 2022 | NYC
BIJC Board Retreat | May 2022 | NYC
BIJC Board Retreat | May 2022 | NYC
BIJC Design Collective | 30th JCK Las Vegas | June 2022 | Las Vegas
Lisette Scott of Jam & Rico | BIJC Design Collective | 30th JCK Las Vegas | June 2022 | Las Vegas
Adrianne Sanogo | BIJC Design Collective - 30th JCK Las Vegas | June 2022
Adrianne Sanogo & Angie Crabtree | 30th JCK Las Vegas | June 2022 | Las Vegas
Sasha Flynn & Julie Osby-Flynn of Adore Adorn | BIJC Design Collective | 30th JCK Las Vegas | June 2022 | Las Vegas
Natacha Metayer of JNCY | BIJC Design Collective | 30th JCK Las Vegas | June 2022 | Las Vegas
Sasha Flynn of Adore Adorn BIJC Design Collective | 30th JCK Las Vegas | June 2022 | Las Vegas
BIJC Design Collective Left, Malyia McNaughton of Made By Malyia; Right Lisette Scott of Jam & Rico| 30th JCK Las Vegas | June 2022 | Las Vegas
Julie Osby-Flynn of Adore Adorn | BIJC Design Collective | 30th JCK Las Vegas | June 2022 | Las Vegas
Christian Bolling of Jeffery B Jewelers | BIJC Design Collective | 30th JCK Las Vegas | June 2022 | Las Vegas
Adrianne Sanogo | BIJC Design Collective | 30th JCK Las Vegas | June 2022 | Las Vegas
Patricia "Trish" Carruth | BIJC Design Collective | 30th JCK Las Vegas | June 2022 | Las Vegas
Patricia "Trish" Carruth of Your Personal Jeweler | BIJC Design Collective | 30th JCK Las Vegas | June 2022 | Las Vegas