In this episode, Zakiya dives into the challenges Black women face in the startup phase, especially in securing financial support despite recognition and accolades. She stresses the importance of prioritizing financial stability, the need for community-driven solutions over systemic dependence, and the power of radical love and ancestral guidance. Tune in to hear insightful advice on community impact without the default step of starting a nonprofit and how to balance personal well-being with activism.
Books mentioned in this episode:
- Unapologetic: A Black, Queer, and Feminist Mandate for Radical Movements by Charlene Carruthers
- All the Black Girls Are Activists: A Fourth Wave Womanist Pursuit of Dreams as Radical Resistance by Ebonyjanice Moore
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