Yesterday, Aya Collective Publishing proudly kicked off our first Sacred Saturdays session of 2025 with the incredible Jaralyn Roberts. Beyond her role as the Leadership Development Director at the African American Leadership Forum, Jaralyn is a gifted writer and a contributing author to our latest anthology, Finding the Voice Within. Her piece, Buried but Not Lost, is not just powerful—it’s prophetic, speaking directly to the challenges of today’s political climate.
In a world where fear and uncertainty often push us to become mere peacekeepers—careful not to ruffle feathers or step on toes—Jaralyn’s words challenge us to rise as true peacemakers, fearlessly pursuing truth and justice. Her message is a bold reminder that now, more than ever, we must stand firm in our convictions and embrace the courage to create meaningful change.
Did you absolutely love Jaralyn’s reading? Here is what we want you to do right now.
1. Purchase your copy of Finding the Voice Within so that you can read the rest of Jaralyn’s amazing work as well as the work of the other writers.
2. Register for our next Sacred Saturdays session February 22 with Jean Loyd to hear her read from her piece, How In the Hell Did I Get Here. Her session will include time for reflecting on her piece and writing your own thoughts. We look forward to seeing you then.
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