Meet Meka Da’Veas | Founder of Sisterhood University

We had the good fortune of connecting with Meka Da’Veas and we’ve shared our conversation below.

Hi Meka, maybe we can start at the very start – the idea – how did you come up with the idea for your business?

The idea for my business (my purpose), Sisterhood Sunday, emerged from what was a seemingly ordinary conversation on the ride back from the taping of Oprah’s 5-part series, “Black Women OWN the Conversation.

As we journeyed back, I engaged with the group, seeking their reflections on the experience. It was then that a woman beside me with tears streaming down her face spoke up and said that despite the fact that women had finally been invited to the table they were still being silenced and had no voice.

For days her voice echoed in my soul and filled me with the conviction that we needed to go beyond the confines of television ratings and translate our dialogue into tangible change in the real world. And just like that, the first seed of Sisterhood Sunday was sown.

So I hosted a get together with just 20 women, some from the taping and some were friends, where we didn’t just talk about the problem but got to the root cause. The atmosphere was electric with real conversations, real tears and real solutions. Encouraged by the women to do this every month, I convened another gathering the following month, and this time, over 65 women showed up—each one a testament to the power of genuine connection and community.

Alright, so for those in our community who might not be familiar with your business, can you tell us more?
What started out as meetings on Sunday’s, it has now expanded into Sisterhood University. Sisterhood University is a membership-based alliance of leaders showcasing support in action. It is a transformative community that unites high performing professionals and business owners providing a safe space for collaboration, education and inspiration. This is done through our Sisterhood Live events, think tanks, mastermind classes and a unique twist on networking.

At the heart of our tribe is the mutual desire to promote each other’s dreams, visions and businesses. By showcasing support in action it fosters an environment where everyone feels seen and heard. In the famous words of Ne-Yo “I’m a movement by myself but a force when we’re together!”

Any places to eat or things to do that you can share with our readers? If they have a friend visiting town, what are some spots they could take them to?

Well because I’m a foodie I’m helping them dive headfirst into Atlanta’s Food Scene. Here are my top 10!

·        Breakfast Boys

·        Breakfast at Barnies

·        Gocha’s Breakfast Bar

·        Slim & Husky’s

·        Soul Food Culture

·        Southern Gentleman

·        Chai Yo

·        Po Calvin’s

·        Peach Cobbler

·        Indulge Gourmet Popcorn

Discovering Atlanta’s Culture and History we’d visit:

·        Martin Luther King Center

·        High Museum

·        The Aquarium

·        The iconic Fox Theater

·        St. James Live Jazz club

·        Chattahoochee River trails or the Beltline

·        Visit Usher’s Foundation: “Usher’s New Look” to witness Youth in Action. For over 25yrs their 10yr program is unmatched by their ability to help youth find their spark, expose them to it, create a life plan and help them implement it.

And of course end on the highest note by attending a Sisterhood Live event to be inspired and given the tools to live life intentionally!

Who else deserves some credit and recognition?
The person who deserves the most credit is my tour guide who routed me here from heaven to earth; my mother Dr. Sheila J. Spencer. She was my source of inspiration. From my earliest memories, she demonstrated unwavering fearlessness, never allowing her voice to be silenced. Even during the TV taping that sparked the inception of Sisterhood Sunday, she stood tall in front of cameras to challenge misconceptions and the importance of not letting cultural influencers dictate personal decisions.

As a minister, she dedicated 35 years of her life touching thousands of lives by empowering others and helping women find their voices. Her courage and tenacity paved the way for me, instilling in me the importance of living in your purpose to pave the way to help others live in theirs.

Though she may have shed tears in the dark, my mother always radiated strength in the light. I am forever grateful for her trailblazing spirit and the indelible mark she left on my life. This interview is dedicated to her memory, as a tribute to her legacy of empowerment and resilience.

Website: www.SisterhoodUniversity.com

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Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@sisterhooduniversity2031

Image Credits
Erica J. Simmons Photography