The Tucson community is continuing important conversations during Black History Month. On Tuesday night, four Black women innovators shared their perspectives that have made a significant impact in the Tucson community.
The discussion, titled “Making Magic Happen: Black Women Enriching Tucson,” took place at the University of Arizona, where Black women innovators like Taranika Sanders shared the magic they bring to their roles.
As the principal for Utterback Middle School, Sanders has made great strides in improving the school since she became principal in 2018. When she started, Utterback had an “F” letter grade, and now it’s at a “B.”
Her conversations with the other women participating in the panel showed her approach to making a difference, specifically in underserved communities. To highlight her perspective, she sat down with KGUN 9 to continue the conversation.
As she dived into the “magic” of her work, Sanders said she couldn’t think of magic without associating it with the influence of love. She explained how she grew up with a loving family and builds her community around people who also lead with love.