Kimberly Durdin
Licensed Midwife, IBCLC, Doula Trainer, she has spent 29 years supporting families in NYC, DC, and LA. Co-founder of Kindred Space LA, South LA’s only Black-owned birth center, offering midwifery care, doula training, and support.
This Black History Month, we celebrate those bold enough to be CHANGE MAKERS.
Discover what makes them Change Makers, get inspired, and become the Change Maker you were born to be!
Licensed Midwife, IBCLC, Doula Trainer, she has spent 29 years supporting families in NYC, DC, and LA. Co-founder of Kindred Space LA, South LA’s only Black-owned birth center, offering midwifery care, doula training, and support.
Naturopath, Master Herbalist, Formulator, Organic Gardener, Counselor, Kinesiologist, Author, and Creator of WombLoveOlogy. She helps overcome reproductive challenges and promotes healthy pregnancies and overall wellness.
Founder of Project Osmosis, supports young minority talent in applied arts. The initiative amplifies underrepresented voices, fostering inclusive art and design that transcends barriers, borders, and boundaries.
Senior Director, Communities of Color & Media at GLAAD + Founder/Exec. Dir. of MOBI, DaShawn promotes visibility, understanding, and acceptance across the Black diaspora, LGBTQ+ communities, entertainment, and media.
A cultural leader in arts and advocacy, she founded ARTs East NY, led ReNew Lots Market, and helped shape NYC’s equity-focused cultural plan. She empowers communities of color to co-create change through art and storytelling.
Inspires excellence as Associate Dean/Executive Director at UCLA’s School of Arts and Architecture. A filmmaker, author, and educator, she honors cultural stories with transformative narratives that “heal, thrill, and fulfill.”
Andre founded an organization driven by the mantra, “From the soul of your heart, to the sole of their feet.” He partners with students, nonprofits, and brands to give back through community service and outreach.
VP, Community & Gov. Affairs at Creative Development Partners and Founder of Support Oakland Artists, he uses his expertise in design, communications, and public affairs to champion arts, culture, and community development.
Cricket is committed to supporting diverse communities, people and culture
This Black History Month, discover inspiring stories of leaders driving community empowerment and cultural change. Through stunning visuals and storytelling, we honor Change Makers who redefine leadership and inspire action. Learn how to “Be the Change” today!