For Black women in college...
Cocoa Diaries is uniquely positioned to understand and break down the barriers Black women face when accessing collegiate resources. Diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives should not have a one size fits all solution for all minority students, which is why our resources are tailor made to fit the unique needs of Black collegiate women.
... take what you need.
As we work to build a pipeline between Black collegiate women and pre-existing resources, we also work to actively us create new resources using our knowledge if the specific challenges Black collegiate women face.
FAQs
Does Cocoa Diaries just focus on Black women?
While the majority of our resources apply to any students of color, we do primarily focus on supporting Black female students.
What types of programs and events does Cocoa Diaries offer?
We host a mix of in-person and virtual events that focus on academic, professional, and social development. In the past, we have hosted pop-up shops for Black collegiate women starting their own businesses as well as panel discussions to ease pose graduate transitions.
How can I get involved with cocoa Diaries?
Follow us on Instagram (@offocialcocoadiaries) to stay up to date on upcoming events and programs. Click here to join our Atlanta GroupMe in order to attend our monthly meetups.
How can I be featured on your social media?
One of our primary areas of focus is celebrating the accomplishments and highlighting the stories of Black women in college. That will never change. If you would like to be featured, make sure you fill out our feature form or DM us on Instagram @officialcocoadiaries!
How can I get Cocoa Diaries to come to my university?
Email our program director at Maleigha@cocoadiaries recommend your institution for our pilot on-campus workshops and retreats.
How can I apply for a Cocoa Diaries funded scholarship?
At the moment, our scholarship application are only released during select fall and spring semester. Our Instagram @officialcocoadiaries is the best way to stay updated on our scholarships. In the meantime, please check out our scholarship portal for access to consistent scholarship opportunities.