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    Stevona Elem-Rogers

    Director of Programming Partnership at Black Education for New Orleans (BE NOLA)

    Stevona "Stevie" Elem-Rogers is a womanist writer, educator, and orator who currently serves as the Chief of Community Programs and Partnerships at BE NOLA (Black Education for New Orleans).13 She is passionate about innovative examination and advocacy of Black culture and womanhood.12

    Elem-Rogers received her B.A. from The University of Alabama in English and African-American Studies. She began her teaching career in 2007 through Teach For America - New Orleans and later earned her Master of Arts in Teaching from Louisiana College, specializing in Culturally Responsive Teaching.12

    In 2016, Elem-Rogers launched the "Black Women Are For Grown Ups" campaign, which aims to celebrate and increase visibility of the complex narratives of Black women.12 This initiative has evolved into Project BWAFGU, which continues to inspire projects and collaborations exclusively for Black women.2

    Elem-Rogers has been recognized for her work, appearing on Refinery29's list of "20 Black Women You Need To Know Right Now".2 She has been invited to interview artists, lecture, conduct workshops, and share her written works at various institutions, including The New York Times, Saint Heron, and The Schomburg Center for Arts and Culture.2

    Her driving ethos is one of intergenerational wisdom, citing her grandmother as her biggest influence in understanding her identity as a Black woman.1 Elem-Rogers' upbringing in Birmingham, Alabama, significantly informs her worldview and work, connecting her to the legacy of the Civil Rights Movement through her family's experiences.1

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    SHE SAYS: Stevona Elem-Rogers - Aurate
    Women Raising The Bar: Stevona Elem-Rogers - Aurate
    Jan 1 · stevona.com
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    Location

    Greater New Orleans Area