Author: cwyoungerblog
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Black Teachers Matter: Blake Lyle
Why did you choose teaching? I chose to teach because I believe that a truly holistic education has the capacity to change the trajectory of someone’s life. I think that education can be the force that drives systematic and cultural change in this country. I want to have a positive impact on the lives of…
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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…
For Colored Girls Who Lead 