Future of Black Women and Girls

It’s been quite the week… I would say the past two weeks. I have essentially started two more businesses while also continuing to think up ideas and consider the future of Black women and girls and what that will look like for us. I will say that something has to change, and fast. I continue to listen to stories of women of color all around the world who continue to have the same, if not very similar, experiences when working in corporate “traditional” America. It’s like this time of me facing the fact that it’s simply the fact that its not us, its this “system” we’ve all been forced to participate in. Not to mention while many others tend to receive some degree of support that same support lacks severely for the majority of black women. What concerns me is the fact we have young girls who continue to come behind us and are too being subjected to this same very volatile behavior while trying to create a life of stability in a system that’s severely unstable for herself. It makes me ask...

I hope to build a lucrative beauty and lifestyle brand for Black women and women of color. Why? Because we deserve a platform that truly reflects our beauty and essence. My version of self-care includes doing the internal work—working on myself continuously. It’s not just a moment or a day; it’s a lifelong process, a life’s work. I am coming into my own and learning to stand by my business authentically. It’s interesting how everyone wants Black women to twist themselves for everyone else, but don’t want us to be ourselves and mind our own business. I always wonder what would happen if Black women said to society, “You know what, get somebody else to do it?” What would the world become? I often think about the trajectory of our future. My mind constantly works on solving problems, envisioning a lucrative future for us and young girls. This might seem out of alignment with the rest of the world, and that’s okay. I imagine a world where Black women can flex big and glow bright in our own...

Speaking to my friend this morning, we begin to discuss these very dynamics that I speak on here on the blog. Our future. She immediately understood and like so many of you and myself, she too have experienced these harsh dynamics in the workplace. And through our discussion, we both agreed that yes change is indeed essential. Critical for the future of young girls. I realize that in that very moment, everything, every job that I’ve ever held was leading me here - to this moment in my life. That I understand clearly, more has to be done. That just saving myself wouldn’t essentially be enough but I want to reconstruct the way and how we do business where we also create opportunities for black women and other women of color. Thinking about the younger girls coming up, its something that truly resonates with me.  I believe we are in the mist of change and opportunity simultaneously. 2024 is lifting the veil of lies and bringing light to truth. I also notice that many of societys sy...

What if we, as Black women, could level the playing field for ourselves in terms of opportunities? What would happen if we could shift—yes, literally shift—opportunities in our favor by creating them for each other? I aim to do this for us, for the sake of our future. You’re probably wondering why I speak so much on this topic. That’s because, if not me, then who? Perhaps many others are also thinking about this, but I want to leverage this platform to get the discussions going. With my own business that I am working to bring to the world, along with many other ventures I desire to launch, I want nothing more than to create winning opportunities that also uplift Black women and other women of color, where we can thrive. Because again, if not us, then who? The Power of Collective Effort From many of our stories shared across the web and social media, I can’t help but see a very real problem. A problem where Black women like myself are being impacted severely. Where abuse is rampant and ...

The phrase "The Future is Women" has become a powerful rallying cry for gender equality and the empowerment of women across the globe. This statement embodies the hope, determination, and relentless pursuit of a future where women are not only equal participants but also leading the charge in various spheres of life. From business and politics to science and social justice, women are breaking barriers, shattering glass ceilings, and redefining what is possible. In this blog post, we will explore how women are shaping the future and the significant impact this has on society. We'll also provide helpful links to resources, organizations, and stories that highlight the strides being made. Women in Leadership: Redefining Power and Influence Women are increasingly taking on leadership roles in all sectors, challenging traditional norms and bringing diverse perspectives to the table. Studies have shown that companies with greater gender diversity in leadership tend to perform b...

As a Black woman introvert, I find that it's crucial for us to move in a direction where we not only prioritize our needs but also begin creating our own table for Black women and other women of color. Because, let’s be honest, if not us, then who? This is a question that I have really been deeply sitting with, and the answer continues to be us. I have many ideas about what the future possibilities and opportunities look like for us, and I believe that we have so much we can do in order to move forward in creating a community that is supportive of Black women and other women of color who support Black women. Part of my frustration lies in knowing the hard truth that the current climate of society constantly reminds us that they won’t. And, if they wanted to, they would have by now—not just for us, but for other communities and for the future of young girls. The Importance of Self-Prioritization Self-prioritization is not a selfish act but a necessary one. It's about recogniz...

From researching and listening to the experiences of other Black women and girls like myself, it is clear that now is our time. Recently, as I have been doing my own research related to personality types, I started this journey to learn more about myself and how I can use my own strengths to move forward and progress in my life. Discovering my personality type, combined with understanding our shared experiences, has made it obvious how much society has placed us all in a box. This recognition is where I see our opportunity—an opportunity to dismantle the stereotypes about us. We might be introverted, but what many don’t understand is that introversion combined with being a Black woman is truly a powerful positioning. No one said it would be easy, but it is a unique opportunity for us to leverage our skills and talents. What’s even more interesting is that workplaces often fail to recognize our uniqueness. This oversight has been a huge disservice to them and paves the way for even grea...