On June 26, 2021, the Academy was pleased to hold its first commencement for the 16 candidates of Cohort 1, who completed the program with excellence.
1st Inaugural Cohort Commencement of the Dorothy I. Height Global Leadership Academy (DIHGLA) - June 26, 2021
“The DIH GLA has gifted me with priceless relationships and connections to several dynamic, black women in leadership from around the globe and an opportunity for personal growth. I am forever grateful for the family I have gained through this program and for the safe space provided for me to learn, share and develop as a black woman in leadership.”
Mekia Mason
Alumnae 2021 - The Bahamas
“I gained new friends and built strong connections with Black women globally. I learned my own leadership style, recognized and leveraged my power as an advocate and activist. I would recommend this program to any woman who wants to be a change maker globally.”
Chanelle Brown
Alumnae USA - Policy Fellow, 2020-21, IBWPPI
“I have learned to be present. To always be intentional in process, strategic in planning and executing goals. I have learned to respect other leaders’ perspectives and leadership styles. I am grateful for the experience with the class. I know that our paths will cross again in global spaces. I value everything that I am taking from this course.”
Tammilee Jules
Alumnae 2021 - Bahamas Poet-in-Residence, IBWPPI
“I have learned to be present and that you have a gift and a story. If you stand passionately in your power, you can accomplish anything.”
Opal Enriquez
Alumnae 2021 - Belize
“From this academy I take away so much life lessons including practical tools how to be a leader in my space, community and in a global platform.”
Sine Luthuli
Alumnae 2021 - South Africa