As a Black leader in the marketing and communications industry, one of the most important skills I must have is to be observant. I must observe our context, understand the necessary things in history and use that to inform the...
Reflections on 2022, 2022 was a heavy year.
As I reflect on all that is 2022, I feel an overwhelming sense of gratitude, grief and hope. This was a critical transition year to see how our nation will move after the effects of COVID-19 and social justice protests...
The Little Mermaid Controversy and a Moment of Communal Healing for Black People
Less than a week after the trailer for the upcoming live-action remake of 1989 classic The Little Mermaid, it gained over two million “dislikes” on YouTube. It holds the record for the most disliked film trailer for any North American...
Finding My Way
Over the past 10+ years, both my professional and volunteer work has focused on racial equity at the intersection of art and culture. During the height of the global pandemic, I brought attention to the Community Foundation for Greater Atlanta’s...
Finding Your Joy Within Community
Given the systemic drawbacks that people of color face on a daily basis, it can be hard for us to find peace and happiness in our local communities. However, we shouldn’t let societal issues keep us from experiencing joy. Many...
Key Skills to Move Towards Racial Equity: Holding Space
“A settled body enables you to harmonize and connect with other bodies around you, while encouraging those bodies to settle as well…Learning to settle your body and practicing wise and compassionate self-care are not about reducing stress; they’re about increasing...
