As I reflect on this year and the many blessings in my life, I am so grateful to have a platform that enables me to engage with like-minded individuals who spread optimism and good will to others! I hope that you are taking the time to enjoy the end of the year in a loving environment, making joyful memories with family and friends! As I begin to close the year, I thought it prudent to share a recent experience that inspired me. I was invited to the United Nations to attend a

Yesterday I had the honor of being invited as a keynote speaker by Webster University in support of World Aids Day. The University recently announced a collaboration with the African Renaissance and Diaspora Network on one of many awareness campaigns related to the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals, one of them being the promotion of public health and the HIV/AIDS response and awareness. According to HIV.GOV, more than 1.1 million people in the U.S. are living with