Unshackled Leadership: A Lantern for Black Women

Black Women: Resilience in Crisis | Featuring Dr. Avis Jones-DeWeever

In this powerful episode of Unshackled Leadership: A Lantern for Black Women, Executive Leadership Coach and Emmy Award-winning journalist Joia Jefferson Nuri, PCC, sits down with award-winning author, political commentator, entrepreneur, and leadership expert Dr. Avis Jones-DeWeever to explore what it takes for Black women to lead with courage during times of political uncertainty, social change, and personal adversity.

Together, they discuss Black women's leadership, resilience, executive presence, political power, strategic communication, entrepreneurship, race and gender equity, wealth building, and the unique challenges facing Black women leaders in today's rapidly changing world.

Drawing on decades of leadership experience, Dr. Avis shares practical wisdom on navigating crisis, influencing change, communicating with purpose, and building a lasting legacy while remaining authentic.

Whether you're an executive, entrepreneur, nonprofit leader, public servant, or an emerging leader seeking to strengthen your confidence and leadership impact, this conversation offers inspiration and practical strategies for leading with clarity, resilience, and purpose.

In this episode you'll learn about:

• Black women's leadership
• Resilience during times of crisis
• Executive leadership and career advancement
• Strategic communication and influence
• Political leadership and civic engagement
• Entrepreneurship and business leadership
• Race, gender, and workplace equity
• Building confidence and personal power

About the Podcast

Unshackled Leadership: A Lantern for Black Women is hosted by Joia Jefferson Nuri, PCC, Executive Leadership and Public Speaking Coach, Emmy Award-winning journalist, and former Technical Director of the CBS Evening News and Face the Nation. Each episode features extraordinary Black women leaders who share their journeys, wisdom, and practical strategies for overcoming the inner critic, strengthening executive presence, and leading with confidence and purpose.

Connect with Dr. Avis Jones-DeWeever

Website: https://nouveauxstrategies.com
Email: avis@avisjonesdeweever.com
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dravisjonesdeweever/

Connect with Host Joia Jefferson Nuri

Website: https://www.inthepubliceyecoaching.com
Email: jjn@inthepubliceyecoaching.com
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/joiajeffersonnuri/