Author: cwyoungerblog
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Black Teachers Matter: Brittany Brown
Why did you choose teaching? I am one of those people who always wanted to be a teacher. Many of my role models are educators. I admired the impact that teachers were able to make on children and I wanted to be one of those people. Does representation matter in the classroom? Why or why…
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Black Teachers Matter: Ashley Hodges
Why did you choose teaching? I chose teaching because it’s something that comes naturally to me. I enjoy seeing a person grow based on learning a new perspective. Does representation matter in the classroom? Why or why not? Of course. I teach my students to be proud of their cultures, heritages and background. I created…
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Black Teachers Matter: Rashedda Carroll
Why did you choose teaching? Teaching was always at the forefront of my career decision. Although I went to college and studied communications, I was drawn to teaching to give back to the community. I’ve always had a love for children, and it was my desire to help them learn to be productive and educated…
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Black Teachers Matter: Brittany Gaines
Why did you choose teaching? I often say that I didn’t choose teaching, however it chose me. Naturally, I’m a nurturer and I love learning. It only made sense to mesh those two things together. I became a teacher to make a difference, to inspire, and to share my love with generations behind me. Does…
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L.E.A.D with Anjelynn Chase
Can you name a woman, who had an impact on you as a leader? Lula Mae Reeves and Madam CJ Walker. Reeves became one of the first African American women to own a business in Philadelphia. While Madam CJ Walker was a self-made millionaire, who owned a hair care business. As an African American entrepreneur,…
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World AIDS Day: The Jamey Younger Story
By Jamey Younger As many of you may know, December 1st is World AIDS Day. As a member of For Colored Girls Who Lead, our tagline is Health. Wealth. Spirituality. One of our initiatives in advocating for people with HIV/AIDS. I have always wanted to share my story, but I was afraid of the backlash.…
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L.E.A.D with Erisel Cruz
Can you name another woman, who had an impact on you as a leader? The first inspiration in my life is always my mother. She’s had her own daycare/nanny service for over 30 years in Takoma Park and Silver Spring, Maryland. She’s taught and been a mother to so many children and adults that have…
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L.E.A.D with Nick Gear
Can you name another woman that had an impact on you as a leader? My grandmother, Mary H. Thompson, was my example of a leader. Her life, love and respect of family gave me an example of what it means to be a leader. She went from picking cotton & tobacco in the fields of…
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L.E.A.D with CW Younger
Can you name another woman, who had an impact on you as a leader? My wife, Jamey, has impacted me as a leader. I envy her drive and tenacity. When we first met, she didn’t have a high school diploma. She attended GED school and passed the test on the first try. Then she attended…
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Affirmations
What you think is what you become. Self-affirmations help you create the reality that you want by reprogramming your subconscious mind. When your mind vibrates with positivity, then positive things are magnetically drawn to you. Affirmations are seeds waiting for rich soil, sunlight and water. The more you choose to think positive thoughts and recite…
For Colored Girls Who Lead 