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✨ Black History Month | CABSW Member Spotlight ✨ “I am making Black history by showing up fully at the intersection of scholarship, practice, and community care. I stand on the shoulders of my ancestors and my family, whose resilience, faith, and sacrifice made it possible for me to lead, teach, and heal in spaces they were often denied. Their history guides my work and grounds my purpose. As a social worker, educator, and grief practitioner, I center Black lives, Black stories, and Black healing in spaces that have historically marginalized or silenced them. Being a Black social worker and leader means I lead with integrity, cultural humility, and courage. I advocate for equity not as a buzzword, but as a daily practice. The legacy I am proud to build honors those who came before me, affirms Black humanity, and ensures that care, justice, and dignity remain at the center of our collective future.” #BlackHistoryMonth #BlackExcellence #CABSW #SocialWorkLeaders #LivingHistory
✨ Black History Month | CABSW Member Spotlight ✨ “I am making Black history by showing up fully at the intersection of scholarship, practice, and community care. I stand on the shoulders of my ancestors and my family, whose resilience, faith, and sacrifice made it possible for me to lead, teach, and heal in spaces they were often denied. Their history guides my work and grounds my purpose. As a social worker, educator, and grief practitioner, I center Black lives, Black stories, and Black healing in spaces that have historically marginalized or silenced them. Being a Black social worker and leader means I lead with integrity, cultural humility, and courage. I advocate for equity not as a buzzword, but as a daily practice. The legacy I am proud to build honors those who came before me, affirms Black humanity, and ensures that care, justice, and dignity remain at the center of our collective future.” #BlackHistoryMonth #BlackExcellence #CABSW #SocialWorkLeaders #LivingHistory
✨ Black History Month | CABSW Member Spotlight ✨ “Ebonie is the founder of Hafford-Daley Services and Consulting, LLC. Her mission is to support individuals in achieving personal and professional growth through a holistic approach that integrates counseling, consulting, training, and mentorship. Through her work, Ebonie creates spaces rooted in healing, empowerment, and equity for children, families, and professionals. Ebonie is proud to model Black History in action for her daughters—demonstrating what leadership, service, and purpose look like when guided by integrity and care. She honors her parents’ living legacy through her work, carrying forward the values of resilience, community, and advocacy they instilled in her. Each day, she serves with intention, supporting individuals and strengthening communities while contributing to a future grounded in access, dignity, and hope.” #BlackHistoryMonth #BlackExcellence #CABSW #SocialWorkLeaders #LivingHistory
✨ Black History Month | CABSW Member Spotlight ✨ “Ebonie is the founder of Hafford-Daley Services and Consulting, LLC. Her mission is to support individuals in achieving personal and professional growth through a holistic approach that integrates counseling, consulting, training, and mentorship. Through her work, Ebonie creates spaces rooted in healing, empowerment, and equity for children, families, and professionals. Ebonie is proud to model Black History in action for her daughters—demonstrating what leadership, service, and purpose look like when guided by integrity and care. She honors her parents’ living legacy through her work, carrying forward the values of resilience, community, and advocacy they instilled in her. Each day, she serves with intention, supporting individuals and strengthening communities while contributing to a future grounded in access, dignity, and hope.” #BlackHistoryMonth #BlackExcellence #CABSW #SocialWorkLeaders #LivingHistory
✨ Black History Month | CABSW Member Spotlight ✨ “I am committed to upholding the Black community and to addressing the disparities and inequities we as Black/African Americans experience. I hold myself accountable for engaging systemic responses that address the discrimination and biases in the moment and the longitudinal inequities that have been massaged into this society in which we live. My gift is to reframe public health issues so that community participation drives change at the local level. As a collaborator in care and a quiet agitator for change, I focus my work on services and programs delivered in our community today, including: Pinwheels for Prevention, which seeks to prevent child abuse and neglect; All Babies Matter, a campaign addressing infant mortality and birth disparities; and the Quality of Life for Black Girls, a community collaborative research project focused on the quality of life for Black girls ages 11-22 residing in Franklin County and the city of Columbus.” #BlackHistoryMonth #BlackExcellence #CABSW #SocialWorkLeaders #LivingHistory
✨ Black History Month | CABSW Member Spotlight ✨ “I am committed to upholding the Black community and to addressing the disparities and inequities we as Black/African Americans experience. I hold myself accountable for engaging systemic responses that address the discrimination and biases in the moment and the longitudinal inequities that have been massaged into this society in which we live. My gift is to reframe public health issues so that community participation drives change at the local level. As a collaborator in care and a quiet agitator for change, I focus my work on services and programs delivered in our community today, including: Pinwheels for Prevention, which seeks to prevent child abuse and neglect; All Babies Matter, a campaign addressing infant mortality and birth disparities; and the Quality of Life for Black Girls, a community collaborative research project focused on the quality of life for Black girls ages 11-22 residing in Franklin County and the city of Columbus.” #BlackHistoryMonth #BlackExcellence #CABSW #SocialWorkLeaders #LivingHistory
✨ Black History Month | CABSW Member Spotlight ✨ “Waytia’s heart is to leave a professional legacy that teaches that true social work is not “Saviorism” or burnout, but regulated presence, ethical boundaries, and embodied dignity, restoring people to themselves rather than keeping them dependent. In doing this, she is leaving a generational imprint that says Black excellence is not just what we endure or achieve—but how we heal, establish, and lead with wisdom.” #BlackHistoryMonth #BlackExcellence #CABSW #SocialWorkLeaders #LivingHistory
✨ Black History Month | CABSW Member Spotlight ✨ “Waytia’s heart is to leave a professional legacy that teaches that true social work is not “Saviorism” or burnout, but regulated presence, ethical boundaries, and embodied dignity, restoring people to themselves rather than keeping them dependent. In doing this, she is leaving a generational imprint that says Black excellence is not just what we endure or achieve—but how we heal, establish, and lead with wisdom.” #BlackHistoryMonth #BlackExcellence #CABSW #SocialWorkLeaders #LivingHistory
Black History Month | CABSW Member Spotlight ✨ “Tei’Asha Simms’ work has always been rooted in community. For over a decade, she has dedicated her life to supporting at-risk youth and communities, with her work deeply grounded in Black youth development while remaining expansive in care and advocacy for all young people navigating trauma and systemic barriers. She has worked directly with more than 1,000 youth, offering mentorship, advocacy, and steady presence in spaces where consistency and trust are often missing. She is the founder of My Melanin Speaks, an organization created to amplify Black voices with a strong emphasis on youth. Through this work, Tei’Asha has helped shape leadership, foster growth, and create spaces where young people are seen clearly, held to their potential, and supported without being reduced to their circumstances. Her contribution to the field is defined by intentionality that returns to the same communities, showing up with the same care. Tei’Asha currently manages a crisis shelter for homeless youth in Franklin County. In this role, she leads staff and builds environments grounded in safety, dignity, and trauma-informed practice. Her focus is on establishing trust and emotional safety for young people navigating crises, and on ensuring support remains responsive and rooted in understanding rather than control. This is where equity becomes visible in the daily decisions that shape how youth are treated and protected. Alongside direct service, Tei’Asha is a published author, the founder of Tha Book Lady Publishing, and a certified life coach. Writing, mentorship, and education are tools she uses to support resilience, self-trust, and healing in ways that feel accessible and sustainable. Her work has been recognized with the Emerging Leader: People Helping People Award, a Certificate of Special Congressional Recognition from Tim Ryan, and the Women Impacting Lives: Humanitarian Award from the Mahoning Valley Women Suffrage Committee. She will be graduating summa cum laude with a Bachelor’s in Social Work this May. Guided by faith, purpose and vision her reflects Black excellence.
Black History Month | CABSW Member Spotlight ✨ “Tei’Asha Simms’ work has always been rooted in community. For over a decade, she has dedicated her life to supporting at-risk youth and communities, with her work deeply grounded in Black youth development while remaining expansive in care and advocacy for all young people navigating trauma and systemic barriers. She has worked directly with more than 1,000 youth, offering mentorship, advocacy, and steady presence in spaces where consistency and trust are often missing. She is the founder of My Melanin Speaks, an organization created to amplify Black voices with a strong emphasis on youth. Through this work, Tei’Asha has helped shape leadership, foster growth, and create spaces where young people are seen clearly, held to their potential, and supported without being reduced to their circumstances. Her contribution to the field is defined by intentionality that returns to the same communities, showing up with the same care. Tei’Asha currently manages a crisis shelter for homeless youth in Franklin County. In this role, she leads staff and builds environments grounded in safety, dignity, and trauma-informed practice. Her focus is on establishing trust and emotional safety for young people navigating crises, and on ensuring support remains responsive and rooted in understanding rather than control. This is where equity becomes visible in the daily decisions that shape how youth are treated and protected. Alongside direct service, Tei’Asha is a published author, the founder of Tha Book Lady Publishing, and a certified life coach. Writing, mentorship, and education are tools she uses to support resilience, self-trust, and healing in ways that feel accessible and sustainable. Her work has been recognized with the Emerging Leader: People Helping People Award, a Certificate of Special Congressional Recognition from Tim Ryan, and the Women Impacting Lives: Humanitarian Award from the Mahoning Valley Women Suffrage Committee. She will be graduating summa cum laude with a Bachelor’s in Social Work this May. Guided by faith, purpose and vision her reflects Black excellence.
In 1968, Black social workers at the NASW conference walked out and formed the National Association of Black Social Workers. Why? Because they refused to stay silent about racism in social work, child welfare, and mental health systems. Their boldness birthed a legacy of advocacy that continues to push for culturally responsive care and justice today. #BlackSocialWorkers #NABSW #SocialWorkHistory #BlackHistoryIsAmericanHistory #FourThirteenCounseling #four13cs
In 1968, Black social workers at the NASW conference walked out and formed the National Association of Black Social Workers. Why? Because they refused to stay silent about racism in social work, child welfare, and mental health systems. Their boldness birthed a legacy of advocacy that continues to push for culturally responsive care and justice today. #BlackSocialWorkers #NABSW #SocialWorkHistory #BlackHistoryIsAmericanHistory #FourThirteenCounseling #four13cs
⭐ This Black History Month, we celebrate the transformative leaders, educators, and changemakers whose contributions have shaped our education system and continue to inspire the work we do today. Their legacy reminds us that building equitable, excellent education requires diverse voices, bold vision, and unwavering commitment to justice. ✊🏾📚 #February #BlackHistoryMonth #TalentAcquisition #Education #Nonprofit
⭐ This Black History Month, we celebrate the transformative leaders, educators, and changemakers whose contributions have shaped our education system and continue to inspire the work we do today. Their legacy reminds us that building equitable, excellent education requires diverse voices, bold vision, and unwavering commitment to justice. ✊🏾📚 #February #BlackHistoryMonth #TalentAcquisition #Education #Nonprofit
February is Black History Month, a time to honor the history, resilience, achievements, and lasting contributions of Black Americans. From leaders in social justice and education to innovators in science, art, and public service, Black history is American history. This month, we celebrate the voices, stories, and impact that continue to shape our communities. #BlackHistoryMonth #CelebrateBlackHistory #EquityInAction
February is Black History Month, a time to honor the history, resilience, achievements, and lasting contributions of Black Americans. From leaders in social justice and education to innovators in science, art, and public service, Black history is American history. This month, we celebrate the voices, stories, and impact that continue to shape our communities. #BlackHistoryMonth #CelebrateBlackHistory #EquityInAction
Celebrating Black History Month ✊🏾 This Black History Month, Bridging For Change Foundation, Incorporated proudly honors the resilience, brilliance, and lasting contributions of Black leaders, innovators, and change-makers—past, present, and future. We celebrate a legacy rooted in strength, culture, and community, and we remain committed to building bridges that educate, uplift, and empower generations to come. Together, we honor the past, lead with purpose today, and create change for tomorrow. 💜 #BlackHistoryMonth #BridgingForChange #HonorEducateEmpower #BlackExcellence #CommunityImpact LegacyAndLeadership Empowerment ChangeMakers CelebrateBlackHistory
Celebrating Black History Month ✊🏾 This Black History Month, Bridging For Change Foundation, Incorporated proudly honors the resilience, brilliance, and lasting contributions of Black leaders, innovators, and change-makers—past, present, and future. We celebrate a legacy rooted in strength, culture, and community, and we remain committed to building bridges that educate, uplift, and empower generations to come. Together, we honor the past, lead with purpose today, and create change for tomorrow. 💜 #BlackHistoryMonth #BridgingForChange #HonorEducateEmpower #BlackExcellence #CommunityImpact LegacyAndLeadership Empowerment ChangeMakers CelebrateBlackHistory
Day #26 of What Black People Actually Want for Black History Month If we are serious about equity, then leadership cannot be an afterthought. Too often in the nonprofit sector, the people holding executive power do not share lived experience with the communities they serve. That disconnect shapes strategy, defines what is considered “data,” and influences which solutions are deemed viable. When leadership is culturally distant from community realities, outcomes suffer. Additionally, staff who do share the identities or background of the population being served are often guilted into working more to fill in the gaps of the executive leadership. If we want effective outcomes: • Leadership must reflect the community. • Governance must be restructured. • Funding must follow proximity. Equity is not achieved by adding diversity to execution. It is achieved by redistributing decision-making power and resources. And, as I share with my clients, strategy without resource alignment is just aspiration in a blazer.
Day #26 of What Black People Actually Want for Black History Month If we are serious about equity, then leadership cannot be an afterthought. Too often in the nonprofit sector, the people holding executive power do not share lived experience with the communities they serve. That disconnect shapes strategy, defines what is considered “data,” and influences which solutions are deemed viable. When leadership is culturally distant from community realities, outcomes suffer. Additionally, staff who do share the identities or background of the population being served are often guilted into working more to fill in the gaps of the executive leadership. If we want effective outcomes: • Leadership must reflect the community. • Governance must be restructured. • Funding must follow proximity. Equity is not achieved by adding diversity to execution. It is achieved by redistributing decision-making power and resources. And, as I share with my clients, strategy without resource alignment is just aspiration in a blazer.
Black History Month is an opportunity to move toward capacity-building investments at your organizations, especially towards the benefit of your Black employees. 📌 Day 2 of 10: Book training with OAAARS. OAAARS offers professional development such as: * In-person and virtual trainings * Mini-retreat PD sessions * Train-the-trainer programs * Cohort-based learning experiences Plus, you get access to our network of 90+ consultants. Booking a training is a direct investment in Black-led expertise. If you influence programming, budgets, or professional learning, this is a concrete way to align values with action. 🔗 Link in bio to inquire or book. #blackhistorymonth2026 #socialemotionallearning #BlackHistoryMonth #DEITraining #WorkplaceLearning
Black History Month is an opportunity to move toward capacity-building investments at your organizations, especially towards the benefit of your Black employees. 📌 Day 2 of 10: Book training with OAAARS. OAAARS offers professional development such as: * In-person and virtual trainings * Mini-retreat PD sessions * Train-the-trainer programs * Cohort-based learning experiences Plus, you get access to our network of 90+ consultants. Booking a training is a direct investment in Black-led expertise. If you influence programming, budgets, or professional learning, this is a concrete way to align values with action. 🔗 Link in bio to inquire or book. #blackhistorymonth2026 #socialemotionallearning #BlackHistoryMonth #DEITraining #WorkplaceLearning
✨ Black History Month | CABSW Member Spotlight ✨ ”It’s important in my household and immediate community to celebrate who we are and to remember history, not just what happened, but what it teaches us about the future. We also try to get them to critically think about what’s happening today and how it connects to history. Visit black owned businesses and reflect on how they are impacting our communities. I try to bring that same energy to work by reminding my team of Black leaders and the powerful impact they’ve had on all of us using the language that matches our inclusion and culture team. Create safe spaces to reflect and discuss heavy topics. It’s important to represent who you are as a black social worker and always remember your voice and advocacy matters.” #BlackHistoryMonth #BlackExcellence #CABSW #SocialWorkLeaders #LivingHistory
✨ Black History Month | CABSW Member Spotlight ✨ ”It’s important in my household and immediate community to celebrate who we are and to remember history, not just what happened, but what it teaches us about the future. We also try to get them to critically think about what’s happening today and how it connects to history. Visit black owned businesses and reflect on how they are impacting our communities. I try to bring that same energy to work by reminding my team of Black leaders and the powerful impact they’ve had on all of us using the language that matches our inclusion and culture team. Create safe spaces to reflect and discuss heavy topics. It’s important to represent who you are as a black social worker and always remember your voice and advocacy matters.” #BlackHistoryMonth #BlackExcellence #CABSW #SocialWorkLeaders #LivingHistory
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