Personal Q & A :
Best bit of biz advice ? “ Joy goes a long way to propel success !” What is your theme song ? “ At Last ” by Etta James What are you most proud of ?
Without a doubt , I am most proud of my four daughters . The eldest , Nuola Akinde , is the founder and executive director of Legacy Unbound , with the mission of “ erasing the margins in the publishing industry and amplifying BIPOC voices !” Moremi Akinde is my second daughter . Moremi is a creative soul , an artist . The twins , Breanna and Brooke , are two people who share one soul . Bree cares about the world and understands issues far beyond her age . Brooke is an incredibly compassionate and wise soul .
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What is the biggest challenge Women in Training has faced in the last year ?
Donors now believe we have successfully ended the challenge of period poverty in Alabama . We have made a large dent , however , the full cost of ending period poverty is close to $ 5 million annually . The largest population of menstruators who suffer from period poverty are actually unhoused , or homeless , making them more difficult to support through traditional means .
What do you find the most fulfilling about your work ?
I particularly enjoy speaking to large groups about our work to create a society where every girl has the resources and freedom to attend classes , participate in sports and other extracurricular activities and go to work or run their businesses without the stress of worrying about accessing period products !
What accomplishment through the organization are you most proud of ?
I am most proud of Brooke and Breanna meeting with Rep . Rolanda Hollis to share their vision of the state helping to provide menstrual supplies for girls . Hollis then fulfilled her promise to double the allocation to $ 400,000 for the State ’ s new Feminine Hygiene Products Grant program , and she did just that in April 2024 .
What would you tell people who want to make a difference in their communities or start a non-profit ?
Do it ! Take excellent care of your health because community work is endless . Recruit visionaries for your board of directors . And , finally , I recommend that you write a five-year strategic plan to concretize your plans .
What feedback have you received through your work in the organization ?
We have garnered tremendous support from the corporate community , major organizations and national leaders including First Lady Dr . Jill Biden , U . S . Senator Katie Britt of Alabama , the Southern Black Girls and Women ’ s Consortium and more .
How do people get involved with Women in Training and in what ways can they help ?
It would be excellent to have volunteers and participation in fundraising events . We invite everyone to join us !
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