Beauty should have no shape, no color, no size, and most importantly, NO JUDGMENT. The interpretation of one's inner beauty should highlight all things confidence. The world doesn't always give minorities the opportunity to become a FULL expression of our best selves. This week's Black Is Beautiful Friday Feature helps women build their inner and outer beauty no matter their race, region, or origin.

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.