Knowledge and Power: Issues in Women's Leadership -Develop syllabus-Provide instruction-Grade submitted assignments and provide meaningful feedback-Provide educational support for students-Participate in department programming as needed

Course: African American History & Cultural Practices

Sankofa Summer School is a non-traditional community school that provides culturally proficient learning opportunities for high school students and adult learners. Founded in 2020 and launched in 2021, Sankofa Summer School provides a unique opportunity for learners around the globe to take classes and participate in workshops with leading experts in various fields. The school offers unconventional educational access and opportunities to many who would otherwise never experience higher… Show more Sankofa Summer School is a non-traditional community school that provides culturally proficient learning opportunities for high school students and adult learners. Founded in 2020 and launched in 2021, Sankofa Summer School provides a unique opportunity for learners around the globe to take classes and participate in workshops with leading experts in various fields. The school offers unconventional educational access and opportunities to many who would otherwise never experience higher education.As Founder and Executive Director, I oversee all programming, curriculum development, fundraising, and recruitment of instructors and students. I supervise one program assistant who manages the administrative and operational aspects of the school. Show less

Highly sought-after public speaker, trainer, and facilitator. Topics include:Organizational Leadership and Management LGBTQ+ Identity and Experiences Gender Equity, FeminismRacial Equity and Anti-RacismHip Hop Culture and African American MediaSocial Work LeadershipMental Health and Psychiatric DisabilityDomestic Violence and Sexual Assault Social Justice Organizing and Advocacy

Critically-acclaimed, award-winning author (Reclaiming Our Space; The Secret of Sugar Water; Push The Button). Social justice activist, organizer, and influencer. Social media marketing and branding expert and high-impact campaign developer.

Africology and African American Studies DepartmentGender, Sexuality, and Women’s StudiesWinner: SAGE Molefi Asante Award (2024)Outstanding Service Award (2022); Outstanding Academic Excellence Award (2021)

Design curricula for undergraduate courses in Africology and African American Studies and Gender, Sexuality, and Women’s StudiesInstruct undergraduate students in GenEd and upper-level elective coursesWork with department administration to ensure adherence to best practices and deliverablesProvide mentoring and support for undergraduate studentsProvide support to departments during special events and campaigns

Yearly position that focuses on developing and delivering engaging, accessible project-basedcurriculum for high school students.Responsibilities include:Develop and deliver up to 15 synchronous hours of relevant curriculum for high schoolstudents, and develop a robust project, roleplay, or simulation that will take students at least10 hours of asynchronous time to complete.Provide prompt and clear guidance and feedback on all student work as needed… Show more Yearly position that focuses on developing and delivering engaging, accessible project-basedcurriculum for high school students.Responsibilities include:Develop and deliver up to 15 synchronous hours of relevant curriculum for high schoolstudents, and develop a robust project, roleplay, or simulation that will take students at least10 hours of asynchronous time to complete.Provide prompt and clear guidance and feedback on all student work as needed. Promote a collaborative, engaging, and supportive classroom atmosphere for students.Work with assigned Pre-College Mentor to monitor student attendance, behavior, andengagement and report any concerns to the Senior Associate Director of Summer and Pre-College Programs.Consult with Pre-College staff and program partners across the university on curriculumdevelopment and delivery, as well as program supply and space requirements, and remainopen to feedback.Meet deadlines in terms of completing curriculum design, incorporating feedback, andsubmitting syllabi.Participate in relevant faculty training and orientation Show less

The Director of Community Partnerships & Strategy assists the CEO of to actualize the mission and vision for North10, providing the strategic thought partnership, relationship management, and project management and execution to define and drive all of the organization’s community initiatives.North10, Philadelphia (“North10”) is an innovative community development and neighborhood revitalization organization in the Hunting Park and East Tioga neighborhoods of North Philadelphia.

Freelance writer for Essence MagazineTopics: Music (Hip-Hop, R&B, Soul); Race; Feminism

Program Manager of Witnesses to Hunger, a research and advocacy project partnering with the real experts on hunger—mothers and caregivers of young children who have experienced hunger and poverty.

Section Editor of the Love & Sex section at BlogHer.com. Created regular content, recruited new writers, developed editorial plans, edited and featured important content, aided in expanding audience, and participated in annual conferences.

Oversee operations and social service provision of a 45-unit Supportive Housing apartment building.Supervise social service, receptionists, security, and maintenance personnel

Freelance columnist contributing weekly sex-positive column on relationships, sex, feminism, intimacy, LGBTQ identity, and more.

Oversaw operations and service provision of Supportive Housing program for the severely and persistently mentally ill.

Interviewed 150 HIV+, homeless clients over the span of 18 months about their access and utilization of health care resources for a study conducted by Montefiore Hospital.