t 24 years old, after finding out my mother
was on drugs, realizing my father would
never be consistent in my life and
accepting the fact that I was now a single parent; I opened up a 501c3 non-profit organization, named Sacrit Devahood Incorporation. SDI, started in the middle of my living room with one young girl and it has now grown and expanded to Kampala, Uganda. Sacrit Devahood Incorporation empowers young girls ages 11-19 through performing arts, social building skills and international connections.
Six years into trials, tribulations, speeches, traveling and personal overcoming: I decided to finally take the time to truly ‘know thyself ’. I noticed that I was setting expectations for my young girls (organization and daughters), but barely setting any for myself. I felt it was time to truly love me. Loving me included: loving what I hated about myself and loving the person within me that I was hiding from. By beginning this process, I eventually began to love the ones that
hurt me
March 10, 2015, “Herstorys- Her history told through the eyes of her true self ” was self-published. This book took 2 weeks of my time during my fasting period and self-actualization.
I learned in order to be truthful with others; I
had to become truthful with self. In this book, I’ve written biographical poems, short stories and confessions to begin my new, true and happier life. With anything that I do, I am always looking at how this benefits others and I wanted this book to help my sisters/brothers as well.
I’ve noticed the lack of camaraderie in the
female community, for years. I made a vow
to begin what I call, “Universal Sisterhood”
by using “Herstorys” as a vessel. In addition;
I wanted to build relationships with the souls
that placed their inquisitive hands on this
book. This sisterhood is the made up of ALL
women, no matter the race, ethnicity, creed or
disability.
We all have a story…and our stories will help
other sisters to grow,
which will build,
“Herstorys”.
As Salt Water Sprite says, “It is honest, painfully beautiful. ”I heard Nyeesha speak about Herstorys in person, and more authentic, open, and loving power I have not previously witnessed in person. Her message about female unity is real and uplifting because she is 100% honest and direct about her experiences and actions in life. When we realize that our honesty frees us from our shadows, we can step into the light. Use the blank pages to write out your own raw, honest truth, and step into the light with all the other women reading Herstorys.”.
Phenomenal Woman of Courage:
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