Lezli Baskerville on Empowering Women and Advocating for Historically Black Colleges and Universities

Join us and be inspired in this replay episode from Women Acquiring Assets, featuring Lezli Baskerville, CEO of the National Association for Equal Opportunity in Higher Education (NAFEO), has dedicated her career to advocating for Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs). With a strong foundation in constitutional law and social justice, Baskerville's leadership has been instrumental in addressing systemic disparities in education, particularly through efforts to secure more funding for HBCUs. She has been at the forefront of litigation to ensure that these institutions receive the resources they need to continue their vital role in educating underrepresented populations and closing educational, economic, and health gaps in society. Under Baskerville's guidance, NAFEO has worked to highlight the critical importance of HBCUs as communiversities that serve not only their student bodies but also the surrounding communities. Her leadership has brought attention to the need for collaboration between HBCUs and other sectors, including tech entrepreneurs, to foster innovation and growth. Furthermore, Baskerville emphasizes the value of leadership grounded in empathy, courage, and vulnerability, inspired by the "Love Leadership" principles of John Hope Bryant. This approach has allowed her to drive significant change, from improving HBCU visibility to securing new corporate and foundation partnerships. To further support and strengthen HBCUs, consider collaborating with NAFEO and engaging with their initiatives. By contributing to these efforts, you can help empower the next generation of leaders and ensure these institutions receive the support they need to thrive. Visit NAFEO’s website to explore partnership opportunities and learn more about how you can get involved in advancing the future of HBCUs. We’re happy you’re here! Like the pod? Visit our website! Start your trial on Simplified. Schedule a consult, get on the mailing list, and learn more about my favorite tools and programs via https://www.yourbrandamplified.com