Monique Couvson presents “Black Stats” and “Pushout: The Criminalization of Black Girls in Schools” in conversation w/Lisa Snowden

Monique Couvson (formerly Monique W. Morris), president/CEO of Grantmakers for Girls of Color and co-founder of the National Black Women’s Justice Institute, is the author of several books, including Pushout, Black Stats, Sing a Rhythm, Dance a Blues, Charisma’s Turn, and Girls, Unlimited (all from The New Press). Her work has been featured by NPR, the New York Times, MSNBC, Essence, The Atlantic, TED, the Washington Post, Education Week, and others. She lives in New York.

Lisa Snowden is CEO and cofounder of Baltimore Beat, a digital and print-based news product based in Baltimore City. Lisa draws on decades of leadership experience to reimagine a new approach to news and storytelling that highlights and strengthens community. With over 15 years of rich experience in local journalism, she’s shaped Baltimore Beat into an innovative and inclusive platform, focusing on literary reportage and insightful, impactful reporting.