We Rise In Power - Amplifying Women of Color and Our Voices For Change

About the book: Our world is in dire need of more justice, equity, healing, and connection. Everywhere you turn, women of color are natural leaders and they are ready to amplify their voices and share solutions to incite real change. We Rise in Power: Amplifying Women of Color and Her Voices for Change brings historically excluded voices to the main stage, and makes “representation” the norm rather than an after-thought.

Sharing rich, personal stories of challenge, resilience, and triumph, this book brings together a collective of diverse women from across North America who advocate for social change and offer pathways and strategies for transformative actions. Women of color are risk-takers and game-changers with unique answers for the deep-rooted issues our communities face. They are changing the face of leadership, influence, and power, and activating the shift toward upward growth that our society needs.

From building personal strength to rallying large communities, we demand more than just a seat at the table. Women of color are creating new banquet halls that invite courageous actions and innovative solutions, and everyone is welcome as we build a new world vision.

About the authors: Stacey H. Luces; executive coach, Lola T. Small; author. Lisa Pinnock; educator. Angella Mignon-Smith, P.Eng; engineer. Christina Williams; media professional. Debra Christmas; tech expert. Dionne Bowers; insurance professional. Nancy Chang; business strategist. Suzanne M. Duncan; marketing specialist. Sherry S. Maharaj; legal services professional.

What People Are Saying:

"This book is an inspiring collection of stories from women of color detailing their personal challenges and successes of navigating this gender biased society. I appreciate that it’s an easy read, yet the stories and so many quotable lines are so powerful. While reading a lot of the stories, I realized I had so many similar experiences. While strides are being made, it brings relief in knowing I’m not alone in my fight as a black woman, to make sure my voice is being heard. Many of us are still living in survival mode so empowering books like this can help us know we are not alone in the struggle. I can also appreciate this book gives very specific tips on how to stop, reflect, and make the changes you want to see. For example, there’s a section of the book written by Stacey Luces that identifies strategies you can use to change from a point of complacency to a life of joy. That section is a major reason why I love this book and plan to use it at my wellness and leadership retreats."

MW, Entrepreneur

Do you hear me. Do you see me. Do you care to understand me. We Rise In Power is TRUTH spoken with such grace, courageous vulnerability and reassurance that we are more than enough and not alone in the struggle. There is power in sharing one’s personal truths, breaking the chains of oppression, colonization & historic injustices and inequities that permeate our lives as women and people of color. The love, care and wisdom shared by the authors embraces the reader to believe in the possibilities with courage to rise up and begin their own journey of discovery and unleash their own truths. Hella Yeahhhhh!!! Together, we ride the waves of life; Never alone and with fierce conviction that our united voices, ideas, intelligence and creativity has the capacity to create meaningful change and lead with integrity and humanity in our local and global communities. It starts NOW, be the change you want to see and deserve!

Linda, Office of Minority Affairs & Diversity Lead Counselor, Community Activist and Artivista