In this heartfelt episode, Kiesha and Heather Burris dig deep into what it means to set an example for those around us.

Together, they talk through Heather’s pandemic journey, one that brought a deep grief that taught her the importance of leaning on and receiving God’s love through community. They also discuss the book she wrote after embracing an uncomfortable lesson about how we embody the lessons we want our children to learn. 

Heather Burris is the Immunization Division Chief at the District of Columbia Department of Health (DC Health). Her expertise includes vaccine operations, program management, and clinical research administration of infectious diseases. In addition, she is mission-focused on health equity and ensuring vulnerable residents or those hard-to-reach community members have access to immunizations. A champion for Black women, particularly Black girls, Heather also authored Hair Like Me, a children’s story about beauty and confidence inspired by her daughter.

Episode Resources:

• Order Heather’s Book Hair Like Me
• Follow Heather on Instagram
• Visit Heather’s Website

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To connect with host Kiesha B. Free, visit kiesha.org