“You’re such a Strong Black woman.” “Yes! Strong Black Queen.” Over the years I have been called a Strong Black Woman, a Strong Black Queen, an Independent Strong Black Woman, or an Independent Black Woman. While to the person saying this, this might be a compliment but it isn’t. Now, don’t get me wrong, being strong and independent are great assets for a woman, especially for a woman of color but being labeled as one, not so much. I use to love being called strong and independent until one day I realized that being labeled as a strong woman was stereotyping me. That stereotype eventually became more of a burden…
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Dear Black Woman
Hi Everyone! It’s February and that means it is Black History Month! I wrote this letter to Black woman, something I wish someone wrote to me when I was younger. Anyways, I hope that something will resound with you and that you will feel motivated while reading it. If you want, write a letter in the comments; let’s encourage our young Black women! Dear Black Girl, I want you to know that you are beautiful, smart, talented, and one of a kind. I want you to know that your hair, your skin, your smile, and your style makes you who you are and never change you. I want you to…
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Boss Lady Series: Live an EPIC Life – Courtney
I hope that you have been enjoying Boss Lady July as much as I have. Before we end July, I have one more Boss Lady story to share. I met Courtney back in college and she has been a blessing in my life. Unlike the other Boss Lady July lady’s, Courtney is going to actually share her story. I hope that you are blessed. So without further ado, let me introduce Courtney Buckhanon! Hi! I’m Courtney Buckhanon and I am Miss Black Georgia USA! I get to enact my platform, BossUp (Merging the economic gap between black and white America through entrepreneurship and financial literacy) throughout the state of Georgia!…
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Boss Lady Series: Strength Comes from Challenges
Boss Lady July continues! I had the privilege of interviewing one of my role model’s. She is a boss lady scientist and is doing groundbreaking research. With that being said, I would like to introduce to you Erica Tross- Artis! Erica! Introduce Yourself: Tell us who you are, what you do and a little about you. Hi! My name is Erica Marie Tross. I was born in Toronto, Canada to a Cuban Father and a Kittitian Mother. I was raised in Grand Rapids, Michigan with my two older brothers. I’ve been married to my college sweetheart for 2 years, Andre Artis. I love candles, I love all (sour) candy,…
