In our hemisphere of the globe, summer is a warm and vibrant time. The cold of winter fades into the background and it becomes easier to connect to a sense of brightness and boldness.

What lessons can we gain from a flower fully in bloom? What can we learn from its brightness, boldness, and openness? How can we reflect the way its presence can elevate the spirits of all who witness it?

Just as our houseplants require certain conditions in order to grow and thrive, so do we! Have you given thought lately to the elements of your environment that are within your control? Allow the beautifully blooming reminders all around at this time of year to help you stay grounded in self-care so that you, too, can flourish as your most authentic self.

The transition into Spring comes with lovely reminders of how growth and transformation can come only after some level of stillness and shedding. In our contemporary capitalist culture, we're rarely encouraged to be still. And especially for entrepreneurial women like so many in our network, it can seem impossible to allow ourselves to really rest.

BlackFemaleProject understands the immense value in telling our stories, and honors the unique power that comes from the profound experience of being a Black woman. Our work is equally grounded in the resonance of shared experience and the expansive potential of bringing together women with diverse journeys and perspectives. By listening to and learning from one another, we're able to reflect and refine our own roadmaps.

At BlackFemaleProject, we feel honored to carry on the legacy of community care passed down to us by our ancestors. In February, as we see and hear more presence to the powerful lineage and history of Black people in America, we welcome Black History Month as we do every month: by listening, learning, and celebrating the vastness of our collective and individual experiences. The legacy of service we inherited is evident in the everyday commitment of Black educators.