As a Black American Muslim and a mental health advocate, my identity intersects with the challenges experienced by the Palestinians. Just as my community has experienced the horrific effects of systemic oppression and discrimination, Palestinians have also endured generations of oppression. The limited media coverage of the Palestinian struggle has caused a situation in which […]
Author Archives: Astrid Sayeedah Ross
Astrid Sayeedah Ross is a 53-year-old mother, grandmother, and devoted Muslim convert of 32 years. With 19 years of experience as a Montessori Preschool to 8th-grade principal, she's passionately nurtured holistic education. She also founded the Mental Health Support Network, a nonprofit advocating for mental health, and aspires to contribute to Black Mental Health in the future. Ross is dedicated to creating a compassionate and understanding society, leaving a lasting impact on education and mental health advocacy.