Essence McDowell

Communications strategist, organizer, and co-author of "Lifting As They Climbed: Mapping the History of Black Women on Chicago's South Side"

[Essence McDowell @Inspirationess]

I'm sharing the journey of Lifting As They Climbed at the Chicago Women's History Center this month, 10/27 3pm.
I love that the talk is taking place in the historic Fine Arts Building, downtown Chicago.

Learn more & RSVP: https://t.co/d2blIKy6E7

[Essence McDowell @Inspirationess]

CHICAGO: You're invited to the in-person book launch for the new Lifting As They Climbed. Event includes a multimedia book talk, screening of the short documentary Invisible Giants, light reception and more! Come celebrate with me!

Get Your Tickets Here: https://t.co/O9ODLc87aT

[Haymarket Books @haymarketbooks]

LIVE NOW!

Lifting as They Climbed

Join authors Essence McDowell (@Inspirationess) and Mariame Kaba (@prisonculture) for the launch of Lifting As They Climbed: Mapping a History of Trailblazing Black Women in Chicago

Stream:
https://t.co/4FPmJd45wE

[Interrupting Criminalization @interruptcrim]

Today—join @Inspirationess and our co-founder @prisonculture for this virtual book launch. Lifting As They Climbed is a testament to trailblazing Black women in Chicago, whose lives reveal powerful connections to present-day struggles for radical community-building and solidarity

[Theodore R. Foster III @TRF123RD]

On now! Loving learning about Emma Atkinson who moved to Chicago in 1847, among the first 13 Black families to settle in Chicago where she confounded the first Black congregation & church, Quinn Chapel AME & where Frederick Douglass once spoke! Join here: https://t.co/30ehGmi7IO

[Essence McDowell @Inspirationess]

Tomorrow! Join @projectnia and I with @haymarketbooks for the virtual launch of Lifting As They Climbed. We'll be talking all about the new book + there will be a raffle with prizes for attendees!

RSVP here: https://t.co/yZbDhJQmVA

#WomensHistoryMonth #WomensHistoryMonth2024

[BBC News Africa @BBCAfrica]

''We are tired, we have suffered enough!"

Nigerians took to the streets in different parts of the country, to protest against the massive spike in prices of food and everyday needs in the country.

Our reporters from @bbcafrica heard from the protesters in different cities.

[Essence McDowell @Inspirationess]

So excited for the upcoming launch of the new Lifting As They Climbed. It's been a journey and we can't wait to share!

Join me & @prisonculture on March 6th for the virtual book launch & March 24th for the Chicago launch + film screening.

https://t.co/Fkj2TMuzET

[Essence McDowell @Inspirationess]

@akosseffjones @prisonculture SUCH great news! Thank you so much for your help with the book Anne and for posting this. It absolutely brightened my day!!

[Essence McDowell @Inspirationess]

This win is not everything but it's absolutely something to celebrate. Enjoy!!! #BrandonJohnson
#MayorofChicago

[Essence McDowell @Inspirationess]

This is beautiful news!!! I just came to do my happy dance.
#BrandonJohnson
#MayorofChicago

[Chicago Sun-Times @Suntimes]

BREAKING: Brandon Johnson will be Chicago’s 57th mayor.
https://t.co/wQtW1jQGL9

[Chicago Tribune @chicagotribune]

BREAKING: Brandon Johnson has defeated Paul Vallas to become the next mayor of Chicago, the Associated Press has declared. https://t.co/hAQhXMRNNw

[Essence McDowell @Inspirationess]

@prisonculture There's also a woman doing a two-year research project where she uses the book and tour to delve into the feelings of belonging and agency in multigenerational residents of south side neighborhoods. #LiftingAsTheyClimbed

[Essence McDowell @Inspirationess]

@prisonculture I can't believe how fast time flies. The fact that we still sell books every single month (four years later) just keeps me in awe. What a beautiful journey it's been. Happy four year anniversary! https://t.co/aL5qEnZmIV

[Chicago Public Library @chipublib]

Tune in now to watch @Inspirationess @6figga_dilla @joihasquestions & CSU president Z Scott talk about Mamie Till-Mobley's legacy, based on @ABCNetwork Women of Movement miniseries & Devery S. Anderson’s book about Emmett Till's murder at https://t.co/kX2JyFRvkU

[Essence McDowell @Inspirationess]

Today at 3:30p CT, I'll be announcing the release of a new #SjiPortalProject digital hub during the Future of Freedom event featuring Angela Davis, @KeeangaYamahtta, @orangebegum and Jacinta González.

If you're free, join me online: https://t.co/0HPzk3qaaf

[Essence McDowell @Inspirationess]

@blkfemfuture THANK YOU so much for hosting the #BlackFeministCanon. Between yesterday's connections with folks from around the nation & today's conversation, this experience has already been glorious.

[Essence McDowell @Inspirationess]

It feels so affirming to know I'm not crazy for the things I've been thinking and feeling about this current moment and movement. #BlackFeministCanon

[Essence McDowell @Inspirationess]

@DrJoyJames really blew my whole entire mind this morning!!! The historical education, revolutionary analysis and candor in her presentation caused mental fireworks! #BlackFeministCanon

[Essence McDowell @Inspirationess]

Highlight of my day was talking to 7th grade students about #LiftingAsTheyClimbed and Black Women's Histories. I was nervous because I haven't talked to young people in SO long but it turned out great. #BlackWomenInHistory