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Another great article featuring our “Thrive as They Lead” report! Thank you Black Enterprise Magazine for bringing more awareness to this critical issue facing Black women leaders. 💚 Check out the full article below!

Stand for Diversity and Inclusion – Support Our Black Women of Excellence Campaign! As the Co-Founder of the Future - Today & Tomorrow Super PAC, I am writing to you with an urgent call to action. Recent court rulings have posed significant threats to diversity and inclusion initiatives, highlighting the critical need for strong, principled leadership in Congress. This is why we are launching our Black Women of Excellence campaign to support three extraordinary leaders in Michigan: Pamela Pugh, DrPH, MS, President of the Michigan State Board of Education (8th Congressional District) Author Tiffany Tilley, MBA, Realtor®, Co-Vice President of the Michigan State Board of Education (10th Congressional District) Mary Waters, Detroit City Councilwoman (13th Congressional District) These dedicated public servants are committed to advancing diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging (DEIB) programs, and they need your support now more than ever. The Threats We Face 11th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals halted venture capital grants by the Fearless Fund aimed at supporting African American women-owned small businesses. Nuziard, et al. v. Minority Business Development Agency – The U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Texas ordered the MBDA to stop using race or ethnicity in determining access to programs aiding minority-owned businesses. Judge Matthew J. Kacsmaryk's Decision against Minority Farmers – Blocking a U.S.D.A disaster relief program from giving preferences to minority and female farmers, citing discrimination against White male farmers. Court rulings such as underscore the importance of electing Democratic African American leaders who will champion legislation protecting DEIB initiatives. Opposing the MAGA Congressional Republicans' Dismantle DEI Act, which aims to end all diversity and race-conscious programs, is essential.   How You Can Help Your donation today will be split between these three great Black Women of Excellence Congressional Candidates and The Future - Today & Tomorrow Super PAC, which will help us finance our critical campaign activities for Dr. Pugh, Ms. Tilley, and Ms. Waters while providing direct support to their campaigns. Together, we can ensure they have the resources needed to fight for the values we all cherish https://lnkd.in/gG8aHGej For more information about The Future - Today & Tomorrow, please visit www.futurepac.today or contact: Eric Foster, Co-Founder & Spokesperson for The Future - Today & Tomorrow Super PAC, eric@futurepac.today Paid for by The Future - Today & Tomorrow (www.futurepac.today) and not authorized by any candidate or candidate committee.

Black women in nonprofit leadership are leaving the sector due to overwhelming challenges, including lower compensation, increased demands from funders, and microaggressions. A group in Washington, D.C. is working to address this crisis by commissioning the "Thrive as They Lead" report, highlighting the negative impacts on their health and financial stability. The initiative aims to raise $3-4 million to implement solutions that support Black women leaders and prevent further exits. https://lnkd.in/gsHKREyb

Black women in nonprofit leadership are leaving the sector due to overwhelming challenges, including lower compensation, increased demands from funders, and microaggressions. A group in Washington, D.C. is working to address this crisis by commissioning the "Thrive as They Lead" report, highlighting the negative impacts on their health and financial stability. The initiative aims to raise $3-4 million to implement solutions that support Black women leaders and prevent further exits. https://lnkd.in/gsHKREyb

Stand for Diversity and Inclusion – Support Our Black Women of Excellence Campaign! As the Co-Founder of the Future - Today & Tomorrow Super PAC, I am writing to you with an urgent call to action. Recent court rulings have posed significant threats to diversity and inclusion initiatives, highlighting the critical need for strong, principled leadership in Congress. This is why we are launching our Black Women of Excellence campaign to support three extraordinary leaders in Michigan: Pamela Pugh, DrPH, MS, President of the Michigan State Board of Education (8th Congressional District) Author Tiffany Tilley, MBA, Realtor®, Co-Vice President of the Michigan State Board of Education (10th Congressional District) Mary Waters, Detroit City Councilwoman (13th Congressional District) These dedicated public servants are committed to advancing diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging (DEIB) programs, and they need your support now more than ever. The Threats We Face: 11th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals halted venture capital grants by the Fearless Fund aimed at supporting African American women-owned small businesses. Nuziard, et al. v. Minority Business Development Agency – The U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Texas ordered the MBDA to stop using race or ethnicity in determining access to programs aiding minority-owned businesses. Judge Matthew J. Kacsmaryk's Decision against Minority Farmers – Blocking a U.S.D.A disaster relief program from giving preferences to minority and female farmers, citing discrimination against White male farmers. Court rulings such as underscore the importance of electing Democratic African American leaders who will champion legislation protecting DEIB initiatives. Opposing the MAGA Congressional Republicans' Dismantle DEI Act, which aims to end all diversity and race-conscious programs, is essential.   How You Can Help Your donation today will be split between these three great Black Women of Excellence Congressional Candidates and The Future - Today & Tomorrow Super PAC, which will help us finance our critical campaign activities for Dr. Pugh, Ms. Tilley, and Ms. Waters while providing direct support to their campaigns. Together, we can ensure they have the resources needed to fight for the values we all cherish https://lnkd.in/ghw3ANdx For more information about The Future - Today & Tomorrow, please visit www.futurepac.today or contact: Eric Foster, Co-Founder & Spokesperson for The Future - Today & Tomorrow Super PAC, eric@futurepac.today Paid for by The Future - Today & Tomorrow (www.futurepac.today) and not authorized by any candidate or candidate committee.

Landing On Purpose Post: WHEN YOU HAVE A VISION, KEEP YOUR GAZE ON THE BIGGER PICTURE. DON'T ALLOW DISTRACTIONS TO DETER YOUR MISSION. At Landing On Purpose, we believe in showing up to any space and place on purpose and on mission. I LOVE how founder, Arian Simone, demonstrates her singularity of focus and appears unfazed and undeterred despite the ruling against one of her funds. She remains in business doing the work of her mission. Developing solutions to close systemic gaps for historically undervalued and under resourced communities, should be lauded not undermined. The statistical disparities clearly tell the story. Do you melt when heat comes? At the first sign of resistance, what is your response? How do you bounce back? The video caption is misleading (funding ended for only one of the programs under this fund--directed toward Black women founders specifically--the rest for men and women of color are still in play), so watch the interview.

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🗣️Linkers, This decision is deeply disappointing and sends a troubling message to me about the value of diversity in America.👎🏾 The 11th Circuit's ruling to block the Fearless Fund from awarding #grants to Black women isn't just a legal setback; it's a blow to our collective spirit and progress. As Black women, we already face the trauma of often being the only one in the room. This ruling compounds that pain, reminding us of the persistent barriers we face. It's not just about the money; it's about the recognition, support, and validation that programs like Fearless Fund provide. Blocking these grants tells us that our efforts to create spaces where we can thrive are not valued, reopening wounds and reinforcing the trauma of systemic discrimination. But here's the truth: We are powerful. This decision, as painful as it is, must fuel our resolve. We have always been resilient, turning obstacles into opportunities. This ruling underscores the critical need for us to stand together, support each other, and fight for our place in every room we enter. For future generations, this decision highlights the importance of resilience and self-determination. We need to encourage entrepreneurial skills and creativity, teaching our daughters and granddaughters to build and lead successful enterprises. Instead of focusing solely on traditional career paths, let's show them how to be their own bosses and innovators. Despite this setback, we have the power to create change. Let's turn this moment of trauma into a catalyst for empowerment and progress. By continuing to support each other, advocating for equity, and fostering diverse talents, we can work towards a future where diversity is not just accepted but celebrated and integral to our collective success. Together, we can ensure that the voices and dreams of Black women are not silenced but amplified. We can and will rise above this, turning our pain into power and our trauma into triumph. Where are our co-conspirators who will stand up with us? #RiseAbove #BlackWomenInBusiness #EmpowerBlackWomen #TurnPainIntoPower #DiversityMatters #BreakTheBarriers #SupportBlackEntrepreneurs #EqualityInAction #OurVoicesMatter #TogetherWeRise 2nd Chance Inc 𝗠𝗪𝗕𝗘 𝗖𝗲𝗿𝘁𝗶𝗳𝗶𝗲𝗱 𝗕𝘂𝘀𝗶𝗻𝗲𝘀𝘀 The Greater Gordon Heights Chamber Brookhaven Town NAACP NPR The Associated Press

Inspirational article detailing the Sunday routine of a New York University business school student. Learn how she efficiently balances her academic pursuits and advocacy for empowering Black women in the legal profession. https://lnkd.in/gzVcUKTG #LegalProfession #LawStudents #WomenInLaw