For Parents

Parents, you are your child’s first and most powerful teacher. Affirming and protecting Black Genius begins with your wisdom and radical imagination. Our programs are designed to tap into your wisdom to create ideal learning environments for children.

Dreamship

There is no limit to what children can do. But classrooms aren’t built to affirm them. Their liberation is in your dreams.

Parent Directory 

Laquita “Nikki” McDonald

Laquita “Nikki” McDonald is a Durham native and mom of three awesome star seeds who are rooted and supported in...

Samuel Ma’at

Samuel Ma’at, aka Baba Sam or Baba Bear, is one of Village of Wisdom’s OG parents, serving as a parent leader and group facilitator. A husband...

Damon Walker

Damon Walker is a devoted father (both adoptive and biological), husband, and homeschooling parent to his two daughters. He is...

Camille Brown-Lowery

Born and raised in Flint, MI, Camille, also known as Cami, is a social scientist and writer. Having grown up...

Resources

A child’s environment is the key to unlocking their full potential. Our Black Genius Workbook is designed to help you

The Black Genius Framework shows how a child’s learning environment directly impacts the full expression of their brilliance. This framework

The Keep Dreaming Toolkit is your guide to affirming and protecting your child’s genius. Whether navigating schools or building a