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Empowering Black Communities through a Political Lens
DATE: March 18th, 2025
TIME: 6-8PM EST
This workshop delves into the historical and contemporary significance of Black political engagement, examining how activism and advocacy have shaped policies and social change. Participants will explore strategies to amplify Black voices in the political arena, focusing on voter mobilization, civic education, and coalition-building.
This session also highlights ways to influence policymaking processes and drive equitable representation at all levels of government. By connecting past movements to present-day challenges, this webinar equips attendees with the tools and knowledge needed to empower Black communities through political participation and leadership.
Speakers
Niciah Mujahid
Niciah Mujahid is an award-winning activist, scholar, writer, and educator dedicated to Black healing and social justice. A 4th generation Washingtonian, she holds a Master’s in Social Justice and Ethics from Howard University and a Bachelor’s in Political Science and Africana Studies from the University of Notre Dame.
In 2017, she founded an organization focused on spiritual and holistic wellness for Black and Indigenous communities as a foundation for political sovereignty. She now serves as the Campaign Manager at FBC, advocating for resource reallocation to underserved communities in DC.A devoted wife and mother of two, Niciah integrates intentional imagination, play, and ritual into her work toward systemic change. Outside of activism, she facilitates healing spaces, studies religion, meditates, and spends time with her family near the Anacostia River.
Tamah Yisrael
Tamah Yisrael is the Chief Solutions Officer of TMH Financial Services LLC and a member of Resolve Financial Cooperative. She founded TMH in 2018 to support small businesses, nonprofits, and social enterprises in Greater New Orleans. She also serves as the Outsourced Executive Director of the Builders of the Highway Foundation (BOTH Foundation), leading mergers and developing educational community centers in New Orleans, Miami, and Orlando.
As a partner at Yisrael Records Inc., she manages local artists like the Yisrael Trio. She previously served as President of the New Orleans Food Coop’s board and is now organizing a cooperative movement while working as a project officer for the Cooperation New Orleans Loan Fund. Recognized by the Metro Birmingham NAACP for her contributions to culture and youth, she is a graduate of multiple leadership programs and continues to serve on committees and working groups dedicated to equity and community development.
Tavian Crosland
Tavian Crosland is the co-founder of the Restorative Justice Cooperative, a for-profit organization focused on systems change through cooperative economics in the cannabis industry. With over 20 years of experience in the legacy cannabis market, he has worked in wholesale and retail distribution and built two grow facilities in Colorado.
A committed advocate for racial economic justice, Tavian founded New York’s SEEN (Social Equity Empowerment Network) chapter and is a fellow at the JUSTÜS Foundation. He also participated in New York State’s Canna Compliance Training & Mentorship (CCTM) Program, ensuring equitable industry access for legacy entrepreneurs.
Moderator
Jamila White
Jamila White (she/her) is a liberationist and global community development advocate with over a decade of experience in Africa and the Caribbean. Deeply committed to social justice, a value instilled by trailblazing women in her family, Jamila empowers Black communities globally to gain agency and power.
As a cooperative operator, she fosters collaboration and shared ownership. Jamila holds a bachelor’s in Business Management from Hampton University and a master’s in Public Administration from Indiana University. Guided by the belief that everyone deserves a dignified life, she dedicates her work and leadership to advancing economic development and equity.
Aimal Masood, serves as Program Facilitator at the Network for Developing Conscious Communities. In this role, she works to promote cooperative business models that enable communities to achieve economic stability and resilience.
Her work focuses on developing educational programs, facilitating webinars, and fostering collaborations among community organizations to enhance cooperative and community development initiatives. Her passion for social justice and economic empowerment has fueled her commitment to creating sustainable solutions for underserved communities.
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The Network for Developing Conscious Communities (NDCC) maintains an active YouTube channel featuring a variety of content related to conscious community development. The YouTube channel includes webinars, including The Roots of Resilience Webinar Series, Black Underserved Farmers Webinar Series and educational discussions aimed at fostering sustainable and equitable Black communities.
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