Lauren Blackwell, chief of staff at LTYC PHOTO COURTESY OF LTYC.NET

Baltimore, MD – Leaders of Tomorrow Youth Center (LTYC) is basking in the post-event buzz surrounding the monumental success of its 3rd Anniversary Black Leading Women’s Celebration: Honoring the Impact of Rising Stars and Shining Legacies.

This event, a testament to LTYC’s unwavering commitment to integrating the arts in education and honoring Black Women who are breaking barriers and shattering glass ceilings, has profoundly impacted our community. It’s the shared celebration of empowerment and support from our community that has made this event a true success.

LTYC, a Baltimore-based nonprofit with outreach extending into Washington, DC, Baltimore County, Prince George’s County, and the Hampton Roads area with its notable concentration of female leadership, didn’t just look to plan a serendipitous event. The organization was deeply intentional in supporting missions that drive impact and

Lauren Blackwell, chief of staff at LTYC elevation. This deliberate commitment, evident in the meticulous planning and execution of the event, is a clear testament to their dedication and unwavering belief in the power of women of color in leadership.

Lauren Blackwell, Chief of Staff at LTYC and the event host, says, “I see firsthand how important self-discovery is with managing 146 school and organization partners across nine school systems. I understand that engaging and positive interaction is needed even more with age—that positive acknowledgment and support are needed for our Black women leaders at every age.”

Each honoree’s contribution was highlighted through dedicated marketing campaigns, ensuring their influence was recognized beyond the immediate invited audience. A dedicated budget from LTYC also supported the event. Dr. Dermell Brunson, President of LTYC, says, “This event is the organization’s way of showing that we not only uplift and support women within our community but that we do so by investing in this celebration to tell their stories of success and accomplishment.”