From Performative to Capitulate: Rewriting the Narrative on Black Lives Matter Plaza
When Mayor Muriel Bowser commissioned Black Lives Matter Plaza in the wake of George Floyd’s murder, the world took notice. The bold yellow letters stretching across two blocks of 16th […]
The Ongoing Neglect Of Ward 8: Where is the Leadership and the Equity?
I just read this press release (https://mayor.dc.gov/release/mayor-bowser-announces-art-all-night-2025-dates-and-dc-main-streets-awardees), and although I am happy for these new commercial corridors to kick start revitalization and commend the Councilmember’s who fight for funding to […]
Why We Fear Critique
How do Congressmen, women, and staffers feel about the idea of blanket pardons for even the violent January 6th rioters—after cowering under their desks on that fateful day? It’s a […]
Kujichagulia in Action: A Call for Ward 8 to Lead with Self-Determination
As we reflect on Kujichagulia, the second principle of Kwanzaa, its relevance to Ward 8’s current political crisis cannot be overstated. Kujichagulia, or self-determination, calls on us to define ourselves […]
Honoring Soror Nikki Giovanni: A Voice That Echoes Beyond Silence
The death of Soror Nikki Giovanni, a literary titan and unapologetic voice of the Black experience, leaves an irreplaceable void in our collective consciousness. Yet, her passing has been met with a disturbingly quiet response from national media. This silence feels ironic, given the volume and resonance of her voice over decades. Giovanni was a relentless force—she didn’t just write poetry; she challenged, uplifted, and redefined the cultural landscape for generations.
Holding the Mic
The last couple of months have been nothing short of transformative for me and for the Congress Heights Community Training and Development Corporation (CHCTDC), the organization I founded and have led for many years.
Embracing New Challenges, Building Community: My Appointment to the Washington Convention and Sports Authority
The last couple of months have been nothing short of transformative for me and for the Congress Heights Community Training and Development Corporation (CHCTDC), the organization I founded and have led for many years.
Embracing Resilience: Overcoming Doubt to Show Up Prepared
The last couple of months have been nothing short of transformative for me and for the Congress Heights Community Training and Development Corporation (CHCTDC), the organization I founded and have led for many years.
A Transformative Journey: How the Emerson Collective Dial Fellowship is Empowering CHCTDC’s Mission in Congress Heights
The last couple of months have been nothing short of transformative for me and for the Congress Heights Community Training and Development Corporation (CHCTDC), the organization I founded and have led for many years.