In this powerful episode, Yanna Williams, founder of Dear Diary Inc., shares her transformative journey from personal challenges to uplifting black girls through mentorship and support. Inspired by her own experiences as a first-generation college student, Yanna founded Dear Diary to provide young black girls with the confidence, resources, and community they need to succeed. She highlights how her aunt’s advice to overcome societal barriers fueled her passion to create change. From securing a $60,000 grant to launching entrepreneurship programs, Yanna discusses the importance of professional development, grant writing, and the impact of tailored support systems. Her story offers valuable insights for listeners interested in mentorship, non-profit growth, and inspiring the next generation to dream big.
In this episode, you will be able to:
Discover career-building pathways and confidence strategies for young black girls.
Learn how grant writing can open doors for non-profits.
Gain insights into mentorship's impact on youth development.
Uncover empowering tools for early entrepreneurship and professional growth.
The key moments in this episode are:
00:02:38 - Yanna’s Origin Story
00:06:55 - The Birth of Dear Diary Inc.
00:12:10 - Influential Aunt’s Advice
00:29:10 - Grant Writing Journey
00:33:58 - Expanding Program Reach
The resources mentioned in this episode are:
Follow Dear Diary Inc on Instagram and TikTok: @deardiary.org
Find Dear Diary on Facebook and LinkedIn: Dear Diary Incorporated
Learn more or become a member at www.deardiaryinc.org
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