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        In today’s world, it can sometimes feel like negativity is everywhere. From social media arguments to stressful news stories, it’s easy to get caught up in frustration and anger. But one thing we often forget is that positivity can be just as powerful. A single encouraging word, a smile, or a small act of kindness can brighten someone’s entire day.

       For much of my journey, I leaned heavily into doing. I often felt a strong sense of urgency, sometimes necessary, sometimes self-imposed. I have tried to build bridges with urgency. Not recklessly, but with a genuine desire to help close gaps and remove obstacles. When I noticed barriers, I felt compelled to respond quickly. At the time, it felt like responsibility. In reflection, I now see it was also a belief that my involvement was always required.

       The Africana Arts & Humanities Festival (AAHF) is the signature annual cultural and intellectual convening of the African American Research Library & Cultural Center (AARLCC), a nationally recognized institution dedicated to preserving, celebrating, and advancing the global Black experience through research, scholarship, arts, and community engagement.

       The most recent SociallyGood, hosted by Batch New Southern Kitchen and Tap in Fort Lauderdale, benefited Ballplayers Foundation Inc. which provides athletic opportunities and experiences to underprivileged youth primarily in South Florida. Ballplayers Foundation strives to help individual youth players in need; it is not intended to support a particular team.

During Women’s Appreciation Month, I want to recognize the woman I admire the most—my mom. I truly appreciate everything she has done and still does for our family. No matter how hard life gets, she always finds a way to turn a bad situation into something better and keep us moving forward.