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At the Love & Light Collective, we stand in solidarity with Black individuals and our allies, working to uplift communities worldwide. As a valued voice in the fight against anti-Black racism, we are committed to advocating for diversity and inclusion. Our mission is to inspire all to embody love and light. As part of this effort, Trician-Renée Edwards also known as Ms. Love, produces the Love, Light, & Learn TV, a miniseries dedicated to empowering young black children.

Website: https://theloveandlightcollective.ca/

Youtube: https://youtu.be/KlF3yfk6Sdc

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Gloria Pierre started her company, Clearly Speaking, in 2000 after a workplace incident revealed she was inept at handling situations assertively. Through research and interviews, she discovered communication is the one skill everyone uses regardless of their status, education or experience and that your success hinges on how well you can communicate. 

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Veronica N. Chapman is a graduate of Spelman College (B.A. in Spanish) and Babson College (M.B.A.); Veronica commits her gifts and ideas to improve the world. She is the creator of Black Children’s Book Week.

“I want to live in a world where people feel empowered and compelled to act on their visions. I am committed to using my gifts and talents to authentically address social issues.

For more information about our guest Veronica Chapman and her professional services, please visit her website www.boxxout.com/

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Irina Crigan is a Finance Professional with more than ten years of experience in the asset management space. She’s extremely passionate about personal growth and human transformation. She is also a speaker and a fierce advocate for Transformational Leadership. Irina is also advocating for a world where youth should pursue their journey of self-discovery and growth and integrate leadership skill sets early on in their life journeys.

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Nikki Clarke is the founder, producer, and host of the multiple award-winning talk show, The Nikki Clarke Show on Afroglobal TV Network and www.nikkiclarkenetwork.com.
Nikki just recently launched her women’s fashion line, Navaan. Nikki, an accomplished singer /songwriter, released a gospel single entitled “For Your Love” in the Spring of 2021. 
Nikki is an honouree of the 100 Accomplished Black Canadian Women in 2022 and nominated 100 Dynamic Leaders for 2021 by Exelon Magazine and RBC’s Women of Influence. 
Nikki is currently the Regional Business Manager for the Canadian Black Chamber of Commerce.

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Canadian psychotherapist Dr. Joan Samuels-Dennis, Ph.D., is a multi-award-winning speaker and authority on trauma recovery, reconciliation, and forgiveness. Joan has specialized in promoting the mental health and well-being of individuals, families, and communities for over a decade through her groundbreaking trauma recovery strategy, The Forgiveness Method.

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How important is it for a child to read books that they can identify with the charters in the books they are reading?
Let us listen to Danielle Norris as to why she founded Love of Literature Foundation Canada!

You can reach Danielle Norris:

Website: https://www.loveofliteraturebookclub.ca/
Instagram: @loveofliterature.bookclub
Twitter: @LoveofLit_Books
Facebook: @loveofliterature.bookclub

If there's a book you want to read, but it hasn't been written yet, then you must write it.

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Richard E. Ashby Jr.’s sole mission through LiteracyNation is to promote justice, equity, and diversity in literacy by providing services to underserved communities of Color and supporting diverse independent booksellers and self-published authors.
 
Find out what great goals this organization has reached and the positive effect its hard work has on the people of Sharon Hall, Pennsylvania, USA. 

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Brenda Foreman is a woman in the world of arts and entertainment. Brenda is a certified image consultant and personal brand specialist. Brenda Foreman is a founder of BStyled, a premier styling and professional development company and Honorary Council General for Syn Kits and MES in Toronto! Everyone must listen to her inspirational story!

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Kesha Christie is a dynamic storyteller and speaker.  Kesha ignites the imagination and entices listeners with stories that entertain and educate. She connects people and culture through African and Caribbean folktales, Aesop fables and original stories.  Kesha facilitates workshops and performs in schools, libraries, festivals, and community and corporate events. 

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