Will you bloom with me?
As we step into spring, I reflect on what it means to lead with Freedom, Safety, Justice, and Joy in a time when these values are under attack. Like flowers pushing through the last frost, Black women leaders—and all those fighting for equity—continue to bloom against the odds. True freedom is taking up space without apology. True safety is building environments where we can thrive, not just survive. Justice demands we plant new systems rooted in care and accountability. And joy reminds us that thriving is not optional—it’s essential.
This season, I’m not just surviving. I’m blooming.
Will you bloom with me?
I Put Away My Cape!
But what does it mean to be asked to lead during Women's History Month while systems are actively trying to silence my life's work?
Black History is Now
Black History Month isn’t just about remembering—it’s about reclaiming our power and reinforcing the truth: our multiracial democracy has always depended on Black communities' leadership, resilience, and contributions.