May, 2023 - Modern Green Book

Tuma’s Books

Owner: Fatuma (aka Tuma) Hydara

Tuma’s Books is an online/popup bookstore based in NYC with a uniquely diverse selection of books, curated by an avid reader and educator. As a Black, Muslim, First Generation, Gambian-American, the owner, Fatuma aka Tuma Hydara didn’t have access to books that reflected her unique identities.

All readers, especially those who identify as Black, Indigenous, and/or People of Color and have been historically underrepresented, deserve to see their heritage, culture, and experiences validated and representation in great stories. There is also great power in reading diversely and learning about others to help build empathy and a more inclusive world without racism, bigotry, or prejudice.

Our mission at Tuma’s Books is to offer readers of all ages diverse, compelling books representing the different cultural identities, traditions, and experiences of Black, Indigenous, and People of Color (BIPOC) people that they might not otherwise find on their own. We aim to offer titles that will delight, inspire, and teach you because we need to create a world that is safe for all of us.

Authentic representation matters; let’s read diversely together!

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Hibiscus Healing

Durham, North Carolina, Online

Owner: Laquasha Roache

Laquasha, better known as Quay, is the Founder and Doula of Hibiscus Healing. She is a trained Full Spectrum doula with a passion and special love for postpartum and lactation. Quay is also a mommy to an energetic, charismatic boy.

Quay strives to decolonize and reimagine birth work so that all who experience the reproductive stages of trying to conceive, pregnancy, labor, and birth know there are safe spaces and people for authenticity, humility, and love to thrive together. She challenges societal norms and reminds her families of the power they already possess; to live in their truth and be heard and protected.

Through education, compassion, resources, and more, Quay strives to help improve and be a witness to all experiences surrounding not birth, but parenthood.

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Jenkins Public Health Consulting, LLC

Alabama, Birmingham, Online

Owner: BRITTANEY JENKINS

+1-205-777-1653JPHC utilizes a 5-Step Community IMPACT Framework to help organizations bridge the gap between the resources available and communities in need accessing them. We provide training and consulting on capacity building, community engagement, and the development of culturally responsive marketing and communications strategies online and offline. This aids in building trust with communities and tailoring interventions to effectively serve the specific needs of diverse populations. JPHC also offers The Public Health Mentor Program. An 8-week virtual mentorship and coaching program that has empowered diverse men and women worldwide, equipping them with the necessary skills and knowledge to navigate the public health workforce. This program is perfect for current college students, recent graduates, and current professionals that are pursuing public health as a career.

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Love That Relationship

Indiana, Indianapolis, Online

Author: Shar’ron Mason, LMFT

+1-317-762-6136

Love That Relationship offers empowering therapeutic services and products. Books, workshops and therapy sessions are some of the ways that support is offered to children, men and women.

Launched in 2018, Love That Relationship was established to serve couples, families and individuals who desire to overcome various life challenges. The founder, Shar’ron Mason, desires to not only support those who are navigating through difficulties but to also proactively equip children with tools so that they have what’s needing to guard against destructive factors.

The SELF-LOVE Collection began with This is Good Hair children’s book. Shar’ron knows how societal views good hair/bad hair can leave a lasting negative impact on our girls. In This is Good Hair she has brilliantly crafted a story that is fun, heart-felt, and empowering.

The second book in the SELF-LOVE Collection, No Shade Here, Baby: Loving the Skin I’m In, addresses colorism/shadeism. Shar’ron has had countless conversations with men and women whose sense of self has been damaged by colorism. She has shed light on this delicate topic and offers a story that speaks to the what our girls and women experience.

Emotional intelligence is so critical in our lives; yet, it’s a topic not discussed enough in our homes, schools and society in general. Mrs. Breelings’ Safe Space for BIG Feelings teaches children how to identify their emotions and offers tools to deal with BIG emotions. It is truly a MUST-READ for all children.

Kids Can Be Superheroes Too encourages team-work, problem-solving and self-confidence.