Diversifying The Workforce

Hi Community,

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My name is Chiquita Jackson, and I am the founder and C.E.O. of C.J.E. Consulting. I received my bachelor of general studies focused on political science, sociology, and pre-law. Currently, I am pursuing my graduate degree in Legal Studies at the University of Baltimore and a post-graduate certificate in Community Leadership at U.M.B.C.  

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As a young professional leader and Detroit native, I'm an experienced advocate for civil rights and liberties. My passion lies in serving underrepresented communities through community empowerment, grassroots advocacy, professional development, career readiness support, and entrepreneurship resources. 

 

My professional leadership journey started during my time as an undergrad, where I held numerous leadership roles, including Student Senate and Black Student Union. I've also interned for several elected officials, including Kansas's first African-American State Senator Oletha Faust-Goudeau (D-KS), the youngest State Rep Jewell Jones (D-MI), and U.S. Senator Ben Cardin (D-MD).

 

.During my time with Sen. Cardin, I assisted in drafting 2020 congressional floor statements for Black History Month and the centennial anniversary of the Women's Suffrage Movement. I've continued my advocacy mission by drafting public policy recommendations with well-known organizations such as The Aspen Institute and The Leadership Conference. My dedication to fighting for social justice has been proved by serving as the inaugural 2019-2020 IGNITE National Detroit Fellow, where I curated safe spaces for young women to learn politics and increase their involvement.

 

Aside from my professional involvement in political environments, her membership in programs that directly advocate for marginalized and underrepresented communities includes Young People For (YP4) c/o 2020, N.A.A.C.P. NextGen Fellow c/o 2020, and CBCF Emerging Leader Alum.

 

Recently, I founded Say It Loud Advocacy, a grassroots advocacy organization that addresses the racial inequalities that impact the lives of those living below federal poverty levels. I am also the founder of Captivating Events By Chi and P.R.O.M.I.S.E. Youth & Sports MD.
 

I am here to empower YOU!