Meet the Team

Black and white close-up of The Duritas Organization Founder Jermaine Osborne.

Jermaine Osborne

Founder & Visionary | The Duritas Organization
Advancing Human Sustainability, Holistic Wellness & Community Resilience

Reverend Jermaine Osborne is a visionary leader, entrepreneur, and ordained minister dedicated to advancing human sustainability and making holistic wellness accessible to everyday working individuals and families. With a foundation in business leadership, corporate operations, and organizational development beginning at age fourteen, Osborne witnessed firsthand the impact of workplace stress, burnout, and the lack of meaningful support for those who sustain our communities and institutions. These experiences inspired him to establish The Duritas Organization, a mission-driven organization rooted in active love, human dignity, and the belief that sustainable communities begin with the well-being of their people. Through his development of The 8 Standard Laws of Duritas and The 33 Pressure Points of Human Sustainability, he champions an approach to personal and organizational wellness that prioritizes prevention, resilience, stability, and long-term human flourishing. His vision is to bridge the gap between economic productivity and human well-being, creating pathways for individuals, families, and communities to not only survive life's pressures but thrive through accessible resources, restorative practices, and sustainable systems of care.

Executive Director Ebony White in a black suit with a wide-brimmed hat standing against a white backdrop.

Ebony White

Executive Director | Duritas Ministries
Human Sustainability | Strategic Community Development | Resource Infrastructure & Social Impact

Ebony White is a distinguished nonprofit executive, community sustainability strategist, and multidisciplinary leader with over 12 years of experience advancing equitable resource access, organizational development, and transformative community impact. As Director of Duritas Ministries, she brings a powerful combination of executive leadership, social service expertise, and strategic innovation to the advancement of human sustainability and whole-person wellness. Recognized for her ability to engineer sustainable systems of communal resource sharing, strategic partnerships, and aid sourcing, Ebony specializes in bridging the gaps between institutions, industries, and underserved populations to strengthen collective well-being. Her work integrates mental, physical, emotional, spiritual, and social health with practical solutions that expand access to essential resources, particularly for working-class individuals and families. Through cross-sector collaboration, resource mobilization, and community-centered program development, she transforms fragmented support networks into coordinated pathways for long-term stability, resilience, and opportunity. Driven by the principle that human well-being is the foundation of sustainable communities, Ebony is committed to building lasting infrastructures of care that empower individuals, strengthen institutions, and create generational impact.

Operational Staff

  • Mannie Jacobs

    Mannie Jacobs

    EXECUTIVE PROJECT MANAGER

    As Executive Project Manager at Duritas Organization, Mannie Jacobs oversees projects from initial planning through final completion, ensuring operations are carried out safely, efficiently, on schedule, and within budget. He coordinates closely with clients, subcontractors, suppliers, and field crews to maintain clear communication, resolve challenges proactively, manage timelines, and uphold quality workmanship throughout every phase of construction.

  • Karen Rush

    Karen Rush

    HR MANAGER

    Karen Rush is dedicated to fostering a supportive and thriving culture at Duritas Organization. With a focus on talent development and employee well-being, she manages recruitment, policy, and internal relations with a balanced approach. Karen ensures that our most valuable asset—our people—are empowered to do their best work in a positive and inclusive environment.

  • Kazuriah Buckley sitting at a table in a dimly lit restaurant or banquet hall.

    Kazuriah Buckley

    WEB DEVELOPER AND MEDIA MANAGER

    Kazuriah Buckley is a detail-oriented Web Developer with a passion for designing engaging, accessible user experiences. Skilled in front-end development, content management, and digital strategy, Kazuriah ensures that Duritas Organization’s online presence is both technically seamless and highly impactful for every visitor.