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Honoring Our Fearless Queens
Dear Linked Arms Family, In these challenging times, we begin by honoring the “Fearless Queens” of our community – the strong Black women (the African Descendants of Enslaved) who lead, nurture, and uplift our families every day. We see you persevering through hardship and caring for our children despite uncertainty. Your strength and grace continue to light our path forward. “We may encounter many defeats, but we must not be defeated.” — Maya Angelou This powerful quote re
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A Reflection for Linked Arms
Queens, A Story of Resilience from Altadena Dear Beautiful Queens, As Early Learning Educators, we know what it means to pour ourselves...
Sep 112 min read


Welcome to the Queendom
Beloved Queens, This Labor Day, I write to you not just as a holiday reminder, but as a reckoning with our past and present. The New York...
Sep 12 min read


Linked Arms Nationwide Policy Brief
“Queens, Open Your Mouth!” A National Call to Action Against Gerrymandering and the Silencing of Our Communities Date: August 2025 From...
Aug 93 min read


Straighten Your Crown: A Message to Queens on This July 4th
Today, the United States celebrates its independence from British rule. The fireworks are flying, the parades are marching, and the red,...
Jul 43 min read


Black Women: Pioneers of the Labor Movement
Prepared for Linked Arms (ADOES) Family Child Care Association Members and AFRAM Members of SEIU 925 By Mary Curry, Co-President, Linked...
Jun 204 min read


🌺 A Juneteenth Reflection – From One Queen to Another
Dear Queens of Linked ARMS, As we move through this Juneteenth season, I want to pause and hold space with you—not just for what this...
Jun 182 min read


Remembering with Power: The True Origins & Evolution of Memorial Day
THEY KNOW THE TRUTH. WHY DON'T YOU? (Dedicated to My Dear Sister, Shirley McElroy Ray) Dear QUEENS 🌺, As we move through the seasons of...
May 253 min read


A Missing Birth Certificate Is More Than Paperwork
During the 1950s and 60s, many Black mothers were denied entry to hospitals or relegated to segregated wards. Babies were born at home or...
May 72 min read


The Queendom Votes: Legacy, Leadership, and the 92% Impact
When we hear that 92% of Black women show up at the ballot box, it’s easy to let it pass as another impressive statistic. But those of us...
May 62 min read
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