Meet Jessica Reed. If you know her, you know that nothing keeps her down. If you met her only once, you would have that same takeaway and first impression.

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Jessica's dedication and focus gave her the courage to leave an abusive marriage to make a better life for herself and her son.

 

In her own words: "I am working diligently to break every mold that says I will not find success due to lack of education, that I will earn less and that I will live a life riddled with poverty. No matter how overwhelming life's challenges become, I plan to persevere."

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As a single mom, Ms. Reed earned a B.A. degree in six years while holding down a full-time job, raising her son and starting her own business as a virtual secretary.

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How is Bettie Brand empowering Jesscia?

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With a hand up from the Bettie Brand Mothers' Empowerment Fund,  Jessica will continue her pursuit of a Master's Degree in Business Administration. The extra support will empower her to stay the course, fulfill a promise to herself, realize the fruits of her hard work and ultimately live a life "that is productive, positive, and inspiring."