"There's something so special about a woman who dominates in a man's world. It takes a certain grace, strength, intelligence, fearlessness, and the nerve to never take no for an answer."
-Rihanna
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#WomensHistoryMonth #education #CivilRights
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“No black woman writer in this culture can write ‘too much.’ Indeed, no woman writer can write ‘too much’…No woman has ever written enough.”
-bell hooks
“The only thing that separates women of color from everyone else is opportunity.”
-Viola Davis
“I am learning every day to allow the space between where I am and where I want to be to inspire me and not terrify me.”
-Tracee Ellis Ross
“We know that when a woman speaks truth to power, there will be attempts to put her down... I'm not going to go anywhere.”
-Congresswoman Maxine Waters
“I wish every woman would love herself and embrace what she was given naturally.”
-Queen Latifah
“There will be people who say to you, ‘You are out of your lane’. They are burdened by only having the capacity to see what has always been instead of what can be. But don’t let that burden you.”
-Kamala Harris, Former Vice President of the United States
Happy International Women’s Day!
Honoring women around the world who have defied the odds, etched their names in history, and made a difference in our communities.
“But you, dear friends, must build each other up in your most holy faith, pray in the power of the Holy Spirit, and await the mercy of our Lord Jesus Christ, who will bring you eternal life. In this way, you will keep yourselves safe in God’s love.”
Jude 1:20-21 NLT
“No country can ever truly flourish if it stifles the potential of its women and deprives itself of the contributions of half its citizens.” -Michelle Obama
“The success of every woman should be the inspiration to another. We should raise each other up. Make sure you’re very courageous: be strong, be extremely kind, and above all be humble.”
-Serena Williams
“Women don't need to find their voice. They need to feel empowered to use it and people need to be encouraged to listen.”
-Meghan Markle
“Each time a woman stands up for herself, without knowing it possibly, without claiming it, she stands up for all women.”
-Maya Angelou
“When Black women win victories, it is a boost for virtually every segment of society.”
-Angela Davis
“A woman who is never seeking validation or the opinion of others is dangerous.”
-Dr. Karri Bryant
Today marks the first day of Women’s History Month. No matter what political barriers, societal expectations, and obstacles, women have contributed greatly to this world and achieved significant progress.
#womenshistorymonth
“May the Lord give strength to his people! May the Lord bless his people with peace!”
Psalm 29:11 ESV
There’s nothing left to be said.
There is no justification for the abuse of power and innocent lives being lost.
Something needs to be done about this corrupt administration.
“I believe all Americans who believe in freedom, tolerance and human rights have a responsibility to oppose bigotry and prejudice.”
-Coretta Scott King
Support independent film and media!
“We younger Negro artists who create now intend to express our individual dark-skinned selves without fear or shame. If white people are pleased, we are glad. If they are not, it doesn't matter. We know we are beautiful.”
-Langston Hughes
"I believe we are here on the planet Earth to live, grow up and do what we can to make this world a better place for all people to enjoy freedom."
-Rosa Parks
“Take a stand for what’s right. Raise a ruckus and make a change. You may not always be popular, but you’ll be part of something larger and bigger and greater than yourself. Besides, making history is extremely cool.”
-Samuel L. Jackson
I pray that Tiny Harris, Delroy Lindo, and Michael B. Jordan get all the love and everything they dreamed of.
I pray that Tiny Harris, Delroy Lindo, and Michael B. Jordan get all the love and everything they dreamed of.
“The very serious function of racism is distraction. It keeps you from doing your work. It keeps you explaining, over and over again, your reason for being.”
-Toni Morrison
"True peace is not merely the absence of tension; it is the presence of justice."
-Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.
“Whoever is kind to the poor lends to the Lord, and he will reward them for what they have done.”
Proverbs 19:17 NIV
