Two-time Emmy and three-time NAACP Image Award-winning television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald interviewed Domonique Briggs.
Discusses her journey from corporate America to community leadership, sharing insights on entrepreneurship, education, personal struggles, and resilience. As the founder of Urban Community Alliance, she focuses on emotional intelligence and social-emotional learning, aiming to strengthen urban communities.
Segment Breakdown & Key Highlights Introduction & Background
- Host Rushion McDonald introduces Domonique Briggs, emphasizing her commitment to uplifting underserved communities.
- Domonique speaks about her Detroit roots, her passion for community service, and how her upbringing shaped her mission-driven work.
Education & Leadership
- Graduated from Cass Technical High School, later attended Hampton University on a presidential scholarship.
- Became the first female head drum major at Hampton, demonstrating persistence and leadership.
- Member of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, which played a role in her development as a leader.
Miss Corporate America & Entrepreneurship
- Crowned Miss Corporate America Illinois, using the platform to promote her business and community impact.
- Advocates for women in leadership, highlighting her achievements in business and education.
- Competing for Miss Corporate America national title, showcasing her dedication to corporate and social leadership.
Mental Health & Personal Growth
- Discusses her struggles with postpartum depression and anxiety, particularly during pregnancy.
- Emphasizes the importance of therapy, self-awareness, and faith in overcoming challenges.
- Advocates for mental health support within communities, encouraging open conversations around emotional well-being.
Urban Community Alliance & Community Impact
- Founded Urban Community Alliance, focusing on social-emotional learning and emotional intelligence in schools and businesses.
- Works with educators to equip teachers with strategies for student emotional well-being.
- Uses her personal experiences to shape programs that foster resilience and support for underserved communities.
About Domonique Briggs
- Detroit-born entrepreneur and community advocate, passionate about empowering under-resourced communities.
- First-generation college graduate, Miss Corporate America Illinois, and founder of Urban Community Alliance.
- Strong believer in faith, leadership, and emotional intelligence, working to expand her impact nationwide.
Domonique’s story is one of perseverance, advocacy, and leadership, proving that challenges can be transformed into opportunities for growth and empowerment.
To learn more, visit Urban Community Alliance at ucanation.com or follow Domonique on social media (@ucanation).
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