Beauty can also be your presence, your voice, your influence– beauty is whatever you feel it is. For me, I think being a strong communicator and speaking up for what you believe in is beautiful. It’s also a trait that many women of color are afraid to showcase because of the perception that comes from being “loud” or “aggressive” when you express an opinion that differs from the masses.

#HaveYouHerd

Our Friday feature is someone who is known to refocus, refine and reimagine the world around her. She personifies the “Black is beautiful” theme and expands it with her work in journalism, activism, and television.