This blog post was inspired by key takeaways shared in our masterclass, featuring Ada Williams Prince, Alessandra Benedito and Deloise de Jesus

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1. Solidarity is a Practice, Not a Concept: True solidarity demands consistent, intentional action. It requires showing up for one another across regions, sectors, and generations grounded in empathy, accountability, and courage.

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2. Power With, Not Power Over: Building “Power With Community” means leading collaboratively with shared ownership of both success and responsibility. It’s about creating systems that center shared purpose, where leadership is collective and mutual trust is cultivated through participation.

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3. Collective Dreaming is Not Wishful Thinking, it’s a Strategy: When Black women across the diaspora imagine new realities together, they create blueprints for systems rooted in equity, justice, and possibility.

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4. Joy is a Radical Form of Resistance: In a world that often rewards exhaustion, joy becomes an act of defiance. Black women’s joy sustains movements, leadership and community. It is both healing and strategic.

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5. Global Solidarity Begins Locally: Every act of connection matters. From mentorship to advocacy, solidarity starts in our immediate circles and ripples outward to shape a more inclusive and equitable world.

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6. Our Differences Shape Our Collective Power: Our differences in history, culture, and lived experiences are not barriers but sources of innovation and depth. Embracing this diversity strengthens our collective leadership and expands what’s possible.

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7. Mentorship and Collaboration Sustain the Movement: Beyond formal structures, solidarity grows through mentoring, allyship, and co-creation. Mentorship across borders and generations nurtures the confidence, networks, and emotional resilience that Black women need to thrive.

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Watch the full recording on our YouTube channel for a comprehensive overview.