In 2015, Rowana Abbensetts ’13 founded Spoken Black Girl Publishing to spread mental health awareness and holistic wellness in communities of color. Rowana built this platform to end stigmas around mental health in communities of color, particularly for women of color, but it evolved into a business that, along with building her portfolio as a freelance writer and web content creator, has provided a sustainable career for Rowana.
Join this conversation to learn what inspired Rowana, how she built Spoken Black Girl, and what’s next for her. Are you considering a digital company of your own? Bring your questions, ideas, or just come listen to how Rowan took Spoken Black Girl from idea to reality.