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Students, college life, finals and tips to balance it all.
With the holidays upon us, finals are nearing for college students. For those that balance school, work and all else. Let’s talk about...
Ayada Leads
Dec 5, 2022


10 Ways to improve life.
Times can get hectic and our days can be hard. Caring for ourselves in the smallest ways can make a huge difference in how we live our...
Ayada Leads
Nov 4, 2022


Solidarity in Struggle
There is a constant effort to control women and their choices. The US Supreme Court overturned Roe v. Wade on June 24, 2022, overturning...
Ayada Leads
Oct 5, 2022


Women of Color and the Nonprofit Sector
The reason many women are working at nonprofit organizations is because it is a unique experience. According to Nonprofit quarterly,...
Ayada Leads
Sep 7, 2022


GIVING WOMEN OF COLOR RACIAL EQUITY TO IMPROVE OUTCOMES FOR EVERYONE.
Racial Equity What is racial equity? Racial Equity is a situation in which people of all races and ethnicities are treated in an equal...
Ayada Leads
Aug 2, 2022


A WOMAN'S BODY IS A WOMAN'S CHOICE
With the overturn of Roe vs Wade the last week of June, it brought upon changes involving the women living in America and their health....
Ayada Leads
Jul 1, 2022


WE NEED GUN CONTROL LAWS.
Two weeks after a racist attack at a Buffalo grocery store that left 10 dead, the United States is now facing another mass shooting....
Ayada Leads
Jun 1, 2022


WOMEN, PARENTHOOD, AND POLITICAL PARTIES
The inclusion of women in politics results in improved democratic outcomes and contributes to a better quality of life for communities,...
Ayada Leads
May 3, 2022


First Successful Training of 2022 with Guest Facilitator Lula Dualeh
Last Thursday, January 27, Ayada Leads held its first training of the year: “The Art of Political Storytelling in the Digital Age” with...
Ayada Leads
Feb 1, 2022


Six Ways to Stay Safe from Omicron in 2022
As we near two full years of the COVID-19 pandemic, it’s obvious that our communities are exhausted. But we must remain cautious,...
Ayada Leads
Jan 1, 2022


Future Leaders in the Making Fundraiser Underway
One of the key initiatives here at Ayada Leads is Future Leaders in the Making, our mentorship program for growing women. Our Fall 2021...
Ayada Leads
Dec 1, 2021


Redistricting: Understanding the Basics
Redistricting is the process of drawing new political districts–from the U.S. Congress to state legislatures, county commissioner...
Ayada Leads
Nov 1, 2021


Ranked Choice Voting: What You Need to Know
Ranked choice voting, also known as instant-runoff voting, is an electoral process that allows voters more choice: not only do voters...
Ayada Leads
Oct 1, 2021


New Study Published Centering Diaspora Voices
While many articles cite the rising crime in Minnesota in particular and the nation at-large, little attention is paid to the victims of...
Ayada Leads
Aug 1, 2021


Why Women Make Great Leaders
Historically, women have oftentimes been characterized as not being “built” or having the qualities necessary to be successful in...
Ayada Leads
Apr 1, 2021


How We Help Women Get More Involved In Politics
Historically, and even in the present day, women have been and are largely excluded from politics and civic participation. This has led...
Ayada Leads
Mar 15, 2021


Why Run For Office?
Are you a woman of color who is thinking about running for office? As it is, there is a great need for more women and, specifically,...
Ayada Leads
Dec 30, 2020


The Importance of Early Voting For the 2020 Election
The first day of Early Voting for the 2020 Presidential Election started on September 18th in Minnesota, which means it’s time to start...
Ayada Leads
Oct 30, 2020


How To Register To Vote & Why Voting Is Crucial
The 2020 United States General Election is just around the corner, so, if you haven’t yet, it’s important to make sure that you register...
Ayada Leads
Oct 30, 2020


Voter Turnout & Early Voting In The 2020 Election
With the 2020 election only a few days away, many are speculating what the final voter turnout rate will be overall during this election...
Ayada Leads
Oct 15, 2020
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