The Role of Black Women in Democracy Today: An Antioch Works for Democracy panel organized by the Anti-Racism Task Force
September 17 @ 7:00 pm – 8:00 pm EDT
Tuesday, September 17, 2024, 4–5 PM PT / 7–8 PM ET
Nobody is free until everyone is free.” – Fannie Lou Hamer
Black women have long stood at the crossroads of democracy and liberation. Their voices, advocacy, and resilience have driven progress toward equity and justice, yet the full acknowledgment of their contributions remains elusive. Join us for this one-hour panel featuring three formidable Black women leaders who are advancing democracy despite facing stereotypes, patriarchy, misogyny, and misogynoir, and moderated by a well-known broadcast host.
Panelists:
Judge Ashleigh Parker (formerly Dunston) is a distinguished legal professional known for her unwavering commitment to justice and fairness. Raised in a family dedicated to law and public service, Ashleigh’s integrity and sense of duty were evident from a young age. After graduating with honors from law school, she quickly gained recognition for her legal expertise and empathy. Her impressive track record and impartiality led to her appointment as a district court judge.
Senator Paula S. Hicks-Hudson has served as a member of the Ohio Senate from the 11th District since 2023. Senator Hicks-Hudson has dedicated her career to empowering and improving the lives of her constituents. She has a rich background in both the public and private sectors. Her roles have included assistant prosecutor, assistant public defender, and assistant state attorney general, as well as serving as legislative director of the Toledo City Council, director of the Lucas County Board of Elections, and chief legal counsel to the Ohio Office of Budget and Management under Governor Ted Strickland. Before her Senate position, she was a state Representative for Ohio House District 44. She is the former Mayor of Toledo Ohio, the first Black woman to serve in that position.
Cassandra Stokes is the Democracy and Economy Coordinator for North Carolina Black Alliance, she focuses on redistricting, democracy, election law, and voter protection in North Carolina. She also serves as the vice chair for the Durham Mayor’s Council for Women, first vice chair of the Durham Democratic Party, and political chair for the Durham Committee on the Affairs of Black People. Cassandra has devoted her career to public service, benefiting numerous organizations with her leadership and guidance. Known for her passion for political equity and community advocacy, she has led successful campaigns at municipal, county, and statewide levels.
Moderator:
Danielle Nottingham is the cohost of the Emmy Award-winning NBC show, “California Live.” As an award-winning journalist, she has covered global and national events, including breaking news, entertainment, and politics. Her previous roles include correspondent with CBS News and anchor/reporter at WABG-TV. Danielle has been recognized for her impactful reporting on refugees. She holds degrees from Syracuse University and UNC-Chapel Hill. She is a member of the National Association of Black Journalists and Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated.
This program is offered with support from Antioch Works for Democracy
