This week, we have the honor of conversing with the board chairwoman of the Black Lives Matter Global Network Foundation, Cicley Gay. The foundation is now expanding its vision to center joy, love, and play as revolutionary practices and redefines what it means to build lasting social change. This conversation explores how transparency, truth-telling, and risk-taking are reshaping the landscape of philanthropy and fighting misinformation regarding marginalized communities. 
Cicley Gay is the Board Chairwoman of the Black Lives Matter Global Network Foundation and a social entrepreneur with over 20 years of experience serving under-resourced communities. Her expertise in philanthropy and nonprofit leadership allows her to empower Black-led organizations and advance systemic change. She is a proud mother of three and joined us today to give us a picture of the work of Black Lives Matter and how they are moving communities forward. 

In this episode, you will be able to:
- Learn about the role of transparency, truth-telling, and risk-taking in fighting against misinformation regarding marginalized communities. 
- Discover how love can be a superpower in leadership and philanthropy. 
- Learn how funding play, arts, and wellness programs can transform communities and empower youth.
- Discover why joy is foundational, not optional in building lasting impact. 

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