Yolanda

“When someone chooses to lift the curtain on a perceived imperfection in her story, on a circumstance or condition that traditionally might be considered to be a weakness, what she’s often actually revealing is the source code for her steadiness and strength.”
― Michelle Obama, The Light We Carry: Overcoming in Uncertain Times

“All I could think about was Shirley Chisholm’s quote, “If they don’t give you a seat at the table, bring a folding chair.”
― Minda Harts, The Memo: What Women of Color Need to Know to Secure a Seat at the Table

“With everything women of color already deal with at work just to gain a little respect, I can’t help but fear the future of the workforce for women of color. Women of color have been dealing with so much shade that many are leaving the workforce altogether to start their own companies. If women of color leave the workforce before their time, I fear we won’t influence the companies that need us most.”
― Minda Harts, The Memo: What Women of Color Need to Know to Secure a Seat at the Table

“I believe that each of us carries a bit of inner brightness, something entirely unique and individual. A flame that's worth protecting. When we are able to recognize our own light, we become empowered to use it. When we learn to foster what's unique in the people around us, we become better able to build compassionate communities and make meaningful change.”
― Michelle Obama, The Light We Carry: Overcoming in Uncertain Times