MEET THE FOUNDER

When I reflect on my purpose, I feel deep gratitude for the assignment on my life. I stand on the shoulders of powerful Black Women who came before me, women who nurtured, challenged, and shaped me into the leader I am today. With clarity of vision, I lead with courage and integrity, committed to continuously transforming myself, my family, and my community.

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This work is both my profession and my personal calling. I have had the honor of working alongside organizations and networks dedicated to improving the social, economic, and political conditions of our most vulnerable communities, centering equity, dignity, and collective progress.

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For over 25 years, my work has been rooted in advancing Black Women and Girls, cultivating youth leadership, championing reproductive justice, and dismantling systems of oppression. I’ve designed programs, built curriculum, and created intentional spaces where connection, growth, and opportunity can thrive. I am especially proud of identifying gaps and turning them into pathways—developing spaces for political education, leadership development, and resource access so that individuals are equipped to advocate for themselves and their communities.

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In 1998, I was inspired to create something simple yet powerful—a space where Black Women could come together each month in Sacramento for connection, dialogue, and sisterhood. I envisioned a safe, affirming environment where Black Women and Girls could grow as leaders, share their stories, and build meaningful relationships. That vision began to fully manifest in 2009 with the founding of Our Rightful Place.

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From there, the Sacramento Sister Circle was born, a community that continues to grow in both numbers and impact. By 2019, we reached a vibrant online membership of over 10,000 women, expanding our focus to include holistic wellness, wealth-building, knowledge-sharing, mentorship, and civic engagement.

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This journey is more than work...it’s legacy. And we are just getting started!