“When Black and Brown women are safe, all women are safe.” - Lakeisha Lee

Learn how Lakeisha Lee turned the tragedy of the 2013 murder of her sister into advocacy through the Brittany Clardy Foundation.

In this conversation, we explore Lakeisha’s journey, the foundation’s mission, and how community involvement can drive significant change in addressing violence against women, particularly Black women.

Takeaways

• Advocacy for Black and Brown women
• Intersectionality of issues
• Importance of community support

Chapters

• Introduction and Background - 2:10
• Brittany's Disappearance - 2:30
• Family's Efforts and Challenges - 5:21
• Athena's Story - 7:54
• Finding Strength and Advocacy - 11:52
• Brittany's Foundation and Initiatives - 17:12
• Legislative Efforts and Task Force - 21:36
• National Advocacy and Partnerships - 24:53
• Public Awareness and Support - 46:20
• Solidarity with Indigenous Communities - 49:07
• Beyond the Story: 51:41
  

Listen at 6 p.m. on Power1047.fm on Tuesdays or follow on YouTube @ShereeCurryMedia

Lakisha Lee shares the tragic loss of her sister, Brittany Clardy, and the impact it had on her life. In this short clip, she emphasizes the perpetual injustice faced by Black women. Her full story can be found in Episode 4 of This Conversation Matters. The episode coincides with the Day on the Hill, supported by The Minnesota Office for Missing and Murdered Black Women, founded in part because of Brittany Clardy's tragic murder.

Find full episodes on podcast platforms and subscribe on the YouTube channel of host Sheree Curry. https://www.youtube.com/@ShereeCurryMedia

Takeaways

• Cultural sensitivity in storytelling
• Advocacy for justice and safety of Black women

Athena Joy Curry has been missing for 15 years. She is the baby sister of Sheree Curry, the host of "This Conversation Matters." In an upcoming episode, Sheree speaks with their other sister, Aisha Magee Curry. The conversation delves into the emotional journey of coping with the disappearance of a loved one. It explores their initial concerns, the impact on the family, and the emotional toll of hope and disappointment.

Prior to this episode set to debut in May, Sheree first will speak with Lakeisha Lee, the sister of Brittany Clardy, another Black woman who went missing and was soon found murdered. Catch the episode with Lakeisha Lee on April 7, 2026, wherever you find your podcasts or on Sheree's YouTube channel: @ShereeCurryMedia.