This week in USA Today, HIS client Dr. Natasha Sistrunk Robinson and her transformative “Journey to Freedom” Global Leadership Experience Tour are prominently featured by reporter Trevor Hughes in the outlet’s special American Journey series marking the 250th anniversary of the United States.
The article, “We explored the ‘uncomfortable’ and inspirational truths about the Underground Railroad,” highlights Dr. Robinson’s powerful work leading young women along portions of the historic Underground Railroad this summer. As a former Marine and founder of Leadership LINKS Inc., a mentoring program for Black girls, Dr. Robinson brings both leadership expertise and deep conviction to this important educational experience.
In the piece, Dr. Robinson addresses why confronting difficult historical truths matters:
“We don’t tell truth because the truth a lot of time makes us uncomfortable. We want and need to tell the whole truth of this country, how we came to be, how we came to be great, what was done to other humans to help us gain all this wealth. The truth liberates us.”
The article features testimonials from tour participants, including 13-year-old Eisley Brown from Dallas, who shared how retracing Harriet Tubman’s journey brought the courage of freedom seekers to life. Dr. Robinson’s “Journey to Freedom” tour helps young people understand not just history, but its relevance to who we are today.
Dr. Robinson’s message resonates throughout the article: “That abolitionist movement represents the best of who we can be. It’s an inspiration for us all.”
This national feature underscores Dr. Robinson’s vital role in making history accessible, meaningful, and transformative for the next generation of leaders.
Read the full article here.
