Happy Black History Month, from Running Start!
Every February since 1976 has been designated Black History Month in the United States, with the intention of celebrating the unique accomplishments, identities and culture(s) of Black people across the country and the world.
Running Start is celebrating Black History Month in part by uplifting past blog posts written by some of the incredible Black women in our community. They are all trailblazers in their own right, contributing to representation and inclusion of young Black women in politics. Read on to learn more about them and why they’re committed to being leaders!
How do I know #ILookLikeAPolitician?
By Yolian Ogbu
This post from Running Start’s 2020 #ILookLikeAPolitician Ambassador has it all: an important Eritrean proverb, an inspiring path to leadership and a reflection on the experience of a lifetime.
“We must lift others as we rise.” — How Running Start is changing the status quo of political power.
By Ewurama Appiagyei-Dankah
Ewurama reflects on the lack of representation that frustrated her, despite her passion for politics, and her hopes going into her tenure as Running Start’s 2019 #ILookLikeAPolitician Ambassador.
What Remembering Ntozake Shange Taught Me About Empowering Young Women
By Reniya Dinkins
Poet Ntozake Shange wrote bravely about the power of authenticity in personal development. Her words reminded Reniya about the importance of self-love and space for growth as a young woman of color.
Redefining the Run for Political Office
By Cierra Jackson
Running Start’s 2018 #ILookLikeAPolitician Ambassador said it best: “Only you were given the vision into your future and greatness. You, and only you, know the gifts you hold.”
Reaching Women Where They Are
By Allyson Carpenter
Organizations that want to increase women’s political engagement have to meet them where they are — and for Allyson, Running Start met her literally where she was, in her college residence hall for an Elect Her workshop!
