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Awards

Michelle Obama Award Recipient

The Office of County Executive Steuart Pittman, in partnership with the Caucus of African American Leaders, will recognize women who advocate for equity, diversity, and inclusion.

Recent Interviews

Values: Social Justice, Integrity, Service to Others

Juanita Banks-Whittington is an award-winning children's book author, Army veteran, social worker, and diversity practitioner. She specializes in empowering individuals to live their best lives by capitalizing on their unique strengths and achieving their full potential.

Her goal is to inspire personal growth and self-acceptance through training that promotes mental health and wellness and fosters positive relationships.

Articles

Connected Woman

At your core, what fuels your passion to help others? Helping others is ingrained in me, and I hope my passion resonates with those in need, positively impacting their lives. My goal is to inspire others to continue the cycle of kindness and support.

Emoir

How The Diverse Children’s Books Matter Movement Creates Inclusivity and Representation

Digital Buzz Now

Celebrating National Family Day with Juanita Banks-Whittington. This blog will explore the heartwarming message behind “I Love My Daddy” and how Juanita Banks-Whittington’s work promotes diversity in children’s books.

Canvas Rebel

Meet Juanita Banks-Whittington

Let’s kick things off with your mission – what is it and what’s the story behind why it’s your mission?

Resilient Magazine

Resilient Magazine's mission is to highlight the resilient aspects of black women, their work, their worth, and their ability to withstand the barriers life bring.

Enspire Magazine

Juanita Banks Whittington, A Veteran Who Advocates for Diversity and Inclusivity.

Baltimore Times

“Purposeful parenting is going above and beyond to pour into your children’s needs and being intentional in making sure their needs are met. It’s more than just raising a child with morals and values. It’s setting clear values and goals focused on the development of the child,” Banks- Whittington said.

Woman to Woman Talk

Civil Rights advocate & Author discusses the need for Diverse Children’s Books.

Femi Magazine

Black Female Veteran Author, Juanita Banks-Whittington Pens a Beautiful Book About Fathers. A beautiful book titled, “I Love My Daddy” is a heartwarming story about a young girl and her father.

Sheen Magazine

Celebrating Fathers with “I Love My Daddy” Written by Juanita Banks-Whittington. It’s important to celebrate fathers because it shows them, they are appreciated, provides a positive male role model for children, and helps to promote/reinforce good behaviors.

The Washington Informer

New Children’s Book, ‘I Love My Daddy,’ Further Dispels Myths About Black Fathers.

The Miami Time

Children’s book dispels myths about Black fathers.

Florida Courier

“The unique and special bond between a father and his little girl.”

Dallas Weekly