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Jasmine Crowe’s tech company raises awareness about socioeconomic issues

ROLLINGOUT.COM — Jasmine Crowe is using her superpowers of vision and service to foster change and bring awareness to pressing socio economic issues such as poverty, education and hunger.

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April 4, 2019

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By Giana Levy

Jasmine Crowe is using her superpowers of vision and service to foster change and bring awareness to pressing socio economic issues such as poverty, education and hunger.

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In January 2017, Crowe created a technology company that aids in the elimination of hunger and reducing food waste. Goodr has diverted over one million pounds of food from landfills and serves clients such as the NFL, The Georgia World Congress Center, Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport, MetLife and more.

Rolling out recently spoke with Crowe about how her superpowers of vision and service have led her to create a technology company that impacts the world in a major way. Crowe also gives advice to other Black women about how to use their superpowers to influence social change.

What key skills or qualities make you unique as an African American female leader? Compassionate, forward-thinking and zealous.

What thoughtful, encouraging piece of advice would you give to your younger self?

Don’t worry. I think so often in my older life I got consumed with worry, the best advice I could give myself was that joy always comes in the morning and to keep going.

Why is it important for women of color to lead or work in leadership roles and decision-making capacities?

Women of color need a seat at the table in every room. Society is becoming more diverse than ever and we need to be part of the decision-making process to make sure our viewpoints are heard.

If you could thank any Black woman history maker for her contributions to society, who would it be and why?

I would thank Michelle Obama. Under the highest level of scrutiny, she always exuded class and she gave us eight flawless years of Black girl magic. She showed the world that we are full of grace and she deserves my sincerest thanks.

Why is it important for experienced Black women to reach back and help younger women of color?

During my college years, several of my professors helped me and I feel like it’s my duty to do the same. As busy as I get, I always make it my duty to reply to messages and lend an ear to those that are up and coming as much as I can.

What are three success habits you implement into your daily routine to maintain your success, sanity and peace of mind?

I do five things every day to maintain my peace and self-care. I read, [write in my] journal, meditate, pray and stretch.

As a successful woman in business, what is your greatest or proudest achievement?

I am most proud that I feed people every day that would have otherwise gone hungry. There have been a lot of awards and honors that have come with it, but ultimately I am most proud that I am living my dream.

This article originally appeared in Rollingout.com.

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Financial Wellness and Mental Health: Managing Money Stress in College 

While everyone’s financial situation is unique, several common sources of stress have the potential to strain your financial health. These include financial and economic uncertainty, existing debts, unexpected expenses, and mental or physical health changes. Financial stress may differ from situation to situation, but understanding the factors contributing to yours may help you begin to craft a plan for your unique circumstances.

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As a college student, managing financial responsibilities can be stressful.

If you’ve found yourself staying up late thinking about your finances or just feeling anxious overall about your financial future, you’re not alone. In one survey, 78% of college students who reported financial stress had negative impacts on their mental health, and 59% considered dropping out. While finances can impact overall stress, taking steps to manage your finances can support your mental, emotional and physical well-being.

When it comes to money, the sources of stress may look different for each student, but identifying the underlying causes and setting goals accordingly may help you feel more confident about your financial future.

Consider these strategies to help improve your financial wellness and reduce stress.

Understand what causes financial stress

2. Determine your financial priorities

Start by reflecting on your financial priorities. For students this often includes paying for school or paying off student loans, studying abroad, saving for spring break, building an emergency fund, paying down credit card debt or buying a car. Name the milestones that are most important to you, and plan accordingly.

3. Create a plan and stick to it

While setting actionable goals starts you on the journey to better financial health, it’s essential to craft a plan to follow through. Identifying and committing to a savings plan may give you a greater sense of control over your finances, which may help reduce your stress. Creating and sticking to a budget allows you to better track where your money is going so you may spend less and save more.

4. Pay down debt

Many students have some form of debt and want to make progress toward reducing their debt obligations. One option is the debt avalanche method, which focuses on paying off your debt with the highest interest rate first, then moving on to the debt with the next-highest interest rate. Another is the debt snowball method, which builds momentum by paying off your smallest debt balance, and then working your way up to the largest amounts.

5. Build your financial resilience

Some financial stress may be inevitable, but building financial resilience may allow you to overcome obstacles more easily. The more you learn about managing your money, for instance, the more prepared you’ll feel if the unexpected happens. Growing your emergency savings also may increase resilience since you’ll be more financially prepared to cover unexpected expenses or pay your living expenses.

6. Seek help and support

Many colleges have resources to help students experiencing financial stress, like financial literacy courses or funds that provide some assistance for students in need. Talk to your admissions counselor or advisor about your concerns, and they can direct you to sources of support. Your school’s counseling center can also be a great resource for mental health assistance if you’re struggling with financial stress.

The bottom line

Financial stress can affect college students’ health and wellbeing, but it doesn’t have to derail your dreams. Setting smart financial goals and developing simple plans to achieve them may help ease your stress. Revisit and adjust your plan as needed to ensure it continues to work for you, and seek additional support on campus as needed to help keep you on track.

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