1. SOT YOUNIVERSITY NEWSLETTER Issue 4
SOT
YOUniversity
Newsletter
Winter 2015 /2016
EMPOWERING WOMEN AND GIRLS IN THIS ISSUE
Sisters of Today and Tomorrow (SOT)
recently guest hosted girls from the Boys &
Girls Clubs of Hall County, GA, to attend the
Rainbow Push Youth Summit, in Atlanta,
Georgia. The organization also partnered
with YALE Heritage Theatre Ensemble
(HTE) in New Haven, Connecticut for the
workshop and play of “For Colored Girls Who
Considered Suicide when the rainbow is
enuf” by Ntozake Shange.
Partnering with two organizations provided a
pel0thra of experiences for both sets of girls
involved with SOT, who were more than 1,000
miles apart.
In Atlanta, the experience was overwhelming
for the girls, whose facial expressions spoke
volumes. Visiting the Hyatt Regency was a
first for them and the decorum, including the
glass elevators just blew them away.
Before the Summit began, I shared the history
of Reverend Jesse Jackson, Sr., and Rainbow
Push, as well as the importance of being open
to receiving all information provided to them
for their development. The girls smiled and
agreed to be open to the opportunities
bestowed upon them.
The coding and college workshops, were
included in the Youth Summit, along with the
sports luncheon, where the girls were
exposed to fine dining and empowerment
speeches from Reverend Jackson, Former
NFL Player Dextor Clinkscale, Former MLB
player Charles Johnson, Reginald
Humphrey of General Motors, Poet Hank
Stewart and more.
After the Summit, the girls toured the hotel,
where they rode the glass elevators to the top
floor of the hotel, and discovered the rotating
restaurant Polaris. Their excitement was
refreshing, as they viewed the entire City of
Atlanta, through the restaurant’s windows.
(Continue on p. 4)
SOT at YALE University
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SOT with Rev. Jesse Jackson
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EXPOSURE IS EVERYTHING…
by Carla Morrison
@CarlaMorrison

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Photos by Donna Permell
Atlanta, Georgia.-- Sisters of Today
and Tomorrow (SOT) hosted its 8th
Annual National Leadership
Conference for Girls, "WE MATTER
II, Sharing Our Story", at Georgia
Tech, last Summer.
The day long program included fun
interactive workshops with over 20
facilitators / mentors engaging the
young ladies through-out the day on
leadership development, goal-
setting, health & wellness, self-
esteem building and more.
Conference highlights included:
Fashion Show with 16 yr. old
designer "Amari & Mari Co.”; My
Image on Social Media workshop; a
campus tour; powerful Sisters Circle
and a creative writing workshop,
where the essay contest winner was
presented with a $500 scholarship
from Denny’s. #WEMATTERII
INSPIRATION SPONSOR
Health & Wellness with Natlyn and Dr. Wells. Learning about the development of her body Touring the campus of GA Tech.
SOT’S
8TH
ANNUAL LEADERSHIP
CONFERENCE FOR GIRLS
“WE MATTER II”
SHARING OUR STORY
by Carla Morrison

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Dr. Sherri Allen, Licensed Clinical Psychologist
with daughter Avah and SOT Founder
Carla Morrison.
Avah recites “Phenomenal Woman” by Maya
Angelou during the Self Esteem Workshop.
SOT Alumni Saleigh Derico, (now a Spelman
student) joins SOT Conference to share.
Sister Scribes and SOT Essay Contest winners
with sponsor, RWDT Operating Co. dba Denny’s.
SISTERS CIRCLE HIGHLIGHTS
IN GAINESVILLE GEORGIA.
“AWAKENING THE DREAM IN ME”
Sisters Circle with Dr. Law
Dr. Law and her mother, Ms. Frances breaks down
barriers with the girls in the Sisters Circle.
The Village
The collaborative efforts of Sisters of Today and
Tomorrow, Boys & Girls Clubs of Hall County, Delta
Sigma Theta of Hall County and Dr. Tameeka Law, led to
a powerful half day workshop in Gainesville, Georgia.
“Awakening the Dream in Me” with SOT’s Terri Lewis.
SOT Sisters Circle “Awakening the Dream in Me”
participants receive a certificate of completion.

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A Word From Our Founder
by Carla Morrison
@CarlaMorrison
How Loud Are Your Actions ?
‘’Your actions speak louder than words.’’
Those were the words of wisdom imparted to
me by Ms. Wilson, my first grade teacher.
Forty years later, that statement resonates
louder than ever.
My actions say, I am about the business of
empowering girls to become goal-oriented
young leaders. What drives me is a natural
desire to help those, who have the will to do
and be great, by providing them exposure and
access to my personal & professional
network.
People often tell me what a good thing I am
doing in the community and how I’m helping
so many young people. Often times, it’s hard
for me to see it, because I’m so deep in the
trenches and the results of my actions aren’t
immediate; Yet I persevere.
My passion to help and mentor others is
deeply rooted in my DNA; however, the fuel
that keeps me going is God and the giving
people he sends my way. Will your actions
help support our girls ?
Sisters of Today and Tomorrow
gratefully acknowledges the
support of the following
corporations, organizations and
individual partners. Your
investment in SOT is an investment
in developing girls.
94.3 WYBC
Aaron's
Atlanta Brand Central
Bettye Morrison
BJ’s Wholesale Club Inc.
Body Workers LLC.
Boys & Girls Clubs of Hall County
Boys & Girls Club of New Haven
Brenda Neal, AT&T
Buck Collins
CakesbyTatyana.com
Carla Morrison
Carolyn Clark
Chit Chat Communications
Chris Burke
Denny's
Donald McAulay
Donna Permell, Prime Phocus
Dr. Tameeka Law
Dunkin Donuts
Federal Home Loan Bank of Atlanta
Final Call Newspaper
Gainesville Bowling Center
Georgia Tech Office of Government
& Community Relations
Hot 93.7
Howard Morrison Photography
Inner City Newspaper
James “Jay” Bailey
Janice Parker Crudup
Jeanette Morrison
Jordan Johnson
Joseph Green
Kellogg's
Kevin Flegler
Kilwin’s at Atlantic Station
Kroger
Lisandra Samuels
Mary Moore
McDonald’s on Whalley Avenue
Michelle Myers
Nikki Young
NewHavenIndependent.org
New Haven Register
Orsella Cooper-Hughes
Publix
QueMillar Payne
Rainbow Push
Reggie Rouse
Rising Roll
Rodney Williams
Rolling Out
Shannon Flowers
Stacey Hobson-Johnson
Starbuck’s in New Haven
Stop & Shop
Subway
Tammi Jackson-Bolden
Tara Walters
V103
YALE Heritage Theatre Ensemble
Zaxby's in Gainesville
(Continued from page 1, ‘Exposureis Everything’)
While the young ladies in Georgia, were
experiencing the Youth Summit, SOT New
Haven was visiting the African American
Cultural Center at YALE University, where
they engaged in “For Colored Girls” workshop
with YALE Heritage Theatre Ensemble
(HTE). The girls had an insightful discussion
with members of HTE about black women
and their lack of visibility in society. They also
learned how performance can act as a vehicle
for self-expression.
A few weeks later, SOT hosted its Mommy,
Mentor & Me outing during “For Colored
Girls Who Considered Suicide when the
rainbow is enuf” play and talk back, where
Sisters of Today and Tomorrow met the
entire cast of the play. Being exposed to these
opportunities, can make the difference in a
young girl’s life. Let’s continue to expose,
empower and inspire girls.
Supporting Sisters of Today and Tomorrow
through partnerships, sponsorships and
donations are ways to ensure you are
providing exposure that will impact a girl’s
life. www.sistersoftodayandtomorrow.org

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SOT MEMBER SPOTLIGHT
As the winner of Sisters of Today and
Tomorrow’s essay contest, during SOT’s
Leadership Conference for Girls last
Summer in Atlanta, De’sha, a high school
senior in Henry County, Georgia., was
awarded a $500 scholarship from Denny’s.
De’sha’s essay was well written and
included a detailed plan as to what her
goals are and how she plans to achieve
them.
We are proud De’sha is a part of SOT and
look forward to helping her on her
entreprenuerial journey. (See part of
De’sha’s essay)
by De’sha Winslow
Since I was a young child, my dream
has always been to become an
entrepreneur. Because I have a
passion for cooking and making
others happy, I would love to
incorporate my love of culinary arts
and baking. Eventually, I plan to own
my own bakery. Since I plan to start
my own business, I believe learning
fundamental business skills will be
beneficial. Therefore, I plan to attend
college with a major in Business
Administration or Entrepreneurship
and a minor in Culinary or Baking and
Pastry Arts.
While earning my degree, I intend to
work part time at a bakery and during
the summers, work as an intern in a
bakery.Astarter positionwillhelp me
learn from others in my field of
interest. Successful entrepreneurs
often work for others in their field of
choice before striking out on their
own. Spending a few years in the
industry under an excellent mentor
will provide a good base. During this
time, I can learn from my mistakes
and brainstorm about how to
improve once I begin my own
business.
Additionally, this experience will help
build my reputation in the culinary
and business fields.
My Experience with SOT
New Haven Conference
by Bryanna Moore
I gained a lot of knowledge from this
conference. I learned about the
importance of not procrastinating at
school, the family life cycle and the
dynamics of family.
I discovered that the qualities of a
strong family include building trust
between family members and
establishing traditions.
Creating goals for yourself and being
confident in your ability to be
competent in a particular study are
qualities of leadership.
Leadership is being able to lead
others and guide them towards
accomplishments they wish to
achieve. A good leader considers
their mentor’s opinion and /or idea. A
leader must not only be able to lead
their team in the right direction, but
rely on the individual strengths of
their team to succeed.
This experience was very enriching
and I would like to thank those who
made this opportunity possible.
The Meaning of
Leadership
by Tremaine Hall
“What does leadership mean to me?”
There are many definitions of
leadership, but to me it means being
able to stand out above others in a
positive way. Having the ability to
take control of situations and turn it
around for the better.
When I grow up, I would like to be
able to own a business focusing
around dance. So by going to this
leadership workshop I plan to learn
how to go about business situations
with the many leadership skills, I plan
to learn about throughout the day in
the SOT New Haven Leadership
Conference.
FOR MORE INFORMATION
Contact: Carla Morrison,
(404) 319-2130
Sisters of Today & Tomorrow
PO Box 54066
Atlanta, Georgia. 30308
sistersoftodayandtomorrow@
gmail.com
www.sistersoftodayandtomorr
ow.org

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News woman Michelle Turner says she uses her
talent as a reporter to expose the injustices.
SISTERS CIRCLE HIGHLIGHTS
IN NEW HAVEN, CT.
”DOES BLACK LIVES MATTER?”
New Haven Board of Aldermen
Official Citation presentation to
Sisters of Today and Tomorrow
Erica Lynn of Hot 93.7 shares with SOT New Haven.
We Matter!
(l-r) Alexandria Givan, Angela Carter, Deborah Busch,
Jeanette Morrison, Babz Rawls-Ivy, Tanya Poole-
Hughes. Sister Love: The women of Zeta, AKA and
Delta came together to empower our girls. Giving back
is what they do.
SOT New Haven
Mentoring At Its Best!
Circle of Mentors with
SOT New Haven
Your tax-deductible contribution
is an investment in our girls.
Donate today!
www.sistersoftodayandtomorrow.org

7. SOT YOUNIVERSITY NEWSLETTER | Issue 4 7
Sisters of Today and Tomorrow-
New Haven hosted its 2nd
annual
Leadership Conference for Girls at
City Hall in New Haven, Connecticut
last winter, in partnership with Alder-
Woman Jeanette Morrison of Ward
22-NH.
Highlights included: Lunch with a
Leader – Mayor Toni Harp; Chat with
an Entrepreneur, featuring Business
Leader Roberta Hoskie; Zumba,
with Fitness Guru Chaila “Cameo”
Gilliams of Body Workers LLC., and
a powerful Sisters Circle with a
woman judge, lawyer, police officer,
social worker, journalist, radio
personality and other prominent
women in the community, topic:
“DOES BLACK LIVES MATTER?”.
Since the New Haven Conference,
Sisters of Today and Tomorrow was
honored by Pastor Sharon Burns &
Kingdom Mantles Ministry Jewels &
Gems Women’s Conference, in New
London, Connecticut.
“Preparing for College” with SOT Alumni
Jasmine Lopes, who attends
Howard University.
Family Life Cycle with Alexandria Givan
Vision Board Creation
Photos by: Howard Morrison
Lunch with a Leader
Chat with an Entrepreneur
Get Fit with Body Workers LLC.
SOT New Haven Leadership Conference for Girls
“WE MATTER”

8. SOT YOUNIVERSITY NEWSLETTER Issue 4
SOT
YOUniversity
Newsletter
PO Box 54066
Atlanta, Georgia. 30308
www.sistersoftodayandtomorrow.org
SOT New Haven
PO Box 8334
New Haven, Connecticut. 06530
Carla Morrison
Founder / Executive Director
Sisters of Today and Tomorrow
Sisters of Today and
Tomorrow transforms the lives
of girls and the women who raise
them, through innovative
programs that focus on self-
esteem, education, health and
fitness and careers/
entrepreneurship. We strive to
connect girls in our program with
mentors and career
professionals based on their
interests. Our goal is to awaken
and inspire the dreams of the
girls in our program.
”Sisters of Today and Tomorrow”
(SOT) a 501C(3) nonprofit
organization, is a direct result of
community programs Carla
Morrison has produced since
2003.
The official launch of Sisters of
Today & Tomorrow took place in
Atlanta, Georgia, October 1,
2008, establishing itself as a
leading grassroots organization
with global connections.
For daily updates on SOT, follow us:
www.twitter.com/SistersofToday
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Log onto: www.sistersoftodayandtomorrow.org
Email: info@sistersoftodayandtomorrow.org
Telephone: (404) 319-2130