Planting People Growing Justice (PPGJ), a pioneering social enterprise, is proud to announce that its founder, Dr. Artika R. Tyner, has been honored with the 2024 Black Women Give Back Award. This prestigious accolade is granted annually to ten exceptional philanthropists and funders who significantly impact Black women and girls worldwide through their donations and investments.
The Black Women Give Back Award (BWGB), established by Dr. Jacqueline “Bouvier” Copeland, celebrates visionaries whose work has created meaningful opportunities and empowerment for Black women globally. Dr. Tyner expressed her profound gratitude for this honor: “I am deeply honored to be recognized as one of the recipients of the 2024 Black Women Give Back Award. This recognition inspires me to continue this vital work with even more passion and purpose.”
Dr. Tyner’s groundbreaking work through PPGJ embodies the spirit of BWGB. Founded as a first-of-its-kind social enterprise that merges a publishing house, bookstore, and literacy organization, PPGJ is dedicated to promoting literacy and leadership development among Black girls and women. This unique model has significantly contributed to advancing educational and economic empowerment within the Black community.
In addition to her work with PPGJ, Dr. Tyner’s philanthropic efforts have made considerable national and global impacts. She actively sponsors education and healthcare initiatives that create access to education for Black girls and promote the health and well-being of Black girls and women. Her dedication to fostering leadership and development is reflected in the lives of countless individuals who benefit from these initiatives.
Dr. Tyner acknowledged the profound influence of Dr. Jacqueline “Bouvier” Copeland in her journey: “A special thank you to Dr. Jacqueline ‘Bouvier’ Copeland, founder of BWGB, BPM, Reunity, and WISE, for her visionary leadership and dedication to creating opportunities and empowering Black women globally. Your work inspires us all to continue making a difference.”
Planting People Growing Justice remains committed to its mission of educational equity and leadership development. Dr. Tyner’s recognition as a 2024 Black Women Give Back Award recipient underscores the impact of her work and the broader vision of empowering and uplifting the Black community.
For more information about Planting People Growing Justice and its initiatives, please visit: www.ppgjli.org
About Planting People Growing Justice:
Planting People Growing Justice is a groundbreaking social enterprise dedicated to promoting literacy, leadership, and arts-based community development. Through its unique combination of a publishing house, bookstore, and literacy organization, PPGJ empowers communities by creating educational and economic opportunities for Black girls and women.
