Welcome to another, very special edition of For Her, an ongoing series from Shoe Palace and Nike, where we’re illuminating female leaders in the Black and LatinX community who are actively making change in their world around them. On this episode we focus on a very important topic -- something so essential in our daily lives -- mental health and wellness.We’re joined by our good friends at Black Girls Smile, founder Lauren Carson brings her inspirational and motivational energy that has propelled her to her place as leading writer and speaker on mental health. As Lauren tells Black Girls Smile has built a platform to provide education and resources for African American females in efforts to see that they lead healthy, balanced and productive lives. It is some quality insight and a conversation we’re all better off to experience.

Six | Leadership | Choreographer, Dancer Storm DeBarge

For Her is an ongoing initiative from Shoe Palace and Nike, where the next generation of female leaders from the Black and LatinX come together to speak on their respective journeys to make a difference in the world around them.&nbsp;Driven to inspire and lift up their communities, our panelists will share stories of successes, learning experiences and perspectives on how to make a real difference through everything from art and activism, to mental health and leadership. Our sessions are led by the heads of groups including: Runway 4 Peace, The Youth Justice Coalition, Sista Skate and Black Girl Smile, and others who have built impressive platforms that strive for empowerment, a strong sense of self and a path for future generations of women to follow.&nbsp;In the For Her series, beyond the panel discussion, you’ll also experience a series of workshops focused on relaying the blueprint for breaking barriers and building meaningful initiatives. We’ll provide the framework, show you how and explore where else we can go. Changing the game for sure!