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Dear Friend--

Essential workers  have been working tirelessly to keep America going during the COVID-19 pandemic. One in three jobs held by women has been designated essential and women of color are most likely the workers on the frontline.

Black women are demonstrating how we lead from home health aid workers and nurses to cashiers and social workers.  These women are working tirelessly and are oftentimes underpaid and under resourced.

Yesterday, First Lady Michelle Obama released her new documentary on Netlfix, “Becoming”, in which she reminds us about the shared experience we all have as Black women. “We can't afford to wait for the world to be equal to start feeling seen,' she says after being asked how she persevered as a black woman. “I feel like I got to share with you all that the energy that's out there is much better than what we see.”

We are extremely grateful for these Black women and  recognize their bravery,  sacrifice and  perseverance.  

We want Black women who are leading in their communities to know that we see you and stand with you as you continue to lead, serve and move this country to higher heights during this global health pandemic.

Won’t you join us today and add your name to our thank #BlackWomenLead roll call?

Onward,

Glynda

Higher Heights
https://www.higherheightsforamerica.org