MWOC [Massachusetts Women of Color Coalition] and Mosaic would be two organizations that I would love to do full time, if it is in God's will to do that, because of finally being in an environment of like-minded women who are in these institutions and looking at the different generations of women coming together and being able to create a paradigm shift that will make change for women of color. And that's power to me.
Brenda Jenkins was born in Worcester, Massachusetts and currently works as the Health and Wellness Coordinator at the YMCA. This interview follows the professional and personal story of Brenda Jenkins Co-founder of Mosaic Cultural Complex and Massachusetts Women of Color Coalition (MWOC). Ms. Jenkins details her upbringing growing up in Worcester’s diverse neighborhoods. Ms. Jenkins describes what it meant to grow up in vibrant African American community, brimming with black-owned businesses and social activism. Ms. Jenkins describes the discrimination and injustices she faced as an activist and business owner due to her race and gender. Throughout the interview, she explains the struggles faced by those standing up for those in the minority, whether it be due to gender, race, or socio-economic background.