Must-Follow Minorities | September 2024

Amplifying Voices, Empowering Change

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Must-Follow Minorities: Amplifying Voices, Empowering Change | September 2024

Every month, I have the privilege of highlighting phenomenal individuals making waves in their communities through “Must-Follow Minorities: Amplifying Voices, Empowering Change.” These changemakers are leading the charge for the Kingdom, reminding us all of the incredible power in our shared humanity. I’m beyond excited to introduce this month’s inspiring set. Let’s lift up their stories and stand behind their missions!

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These individuals are not merely influencers; they are change-makers who inspire and lead by example.

Without further ado, here are some must-follow Christian minorities making a significant impact across various fields:

Nicole O. Salmon Author, Speaker, Strategist, and Pastor | Host of "The Best Kept Secret" Podcast

Nicole O. Salmon

Nicole O. Salmon is an author, speaker, strategist, and pastor lovingly referred to as “The Purpose Coach.” She specializes in empowering Christian women, guiding them to attain profound clarity regarding their purpose, and facilitating the creation of strategic plans to seamlessly transition from ideas to impactful implementation.

Pastor Nicole is dedicated to unlocking the potential within every woman, fostering a transformative journey towards purposeful living.

Before launching her coaching firm, Nicole worked with organizations serving communities experiencing marginalization for over twenty years. Nicole is a certified life-skills and marriage coach with a bachelor’s degree in Christian ministry and certifications in adult learning and cognitive behavioral therapy. She’s also a contributor on the YouVersion Bible app, the author of Courage and Confidence, and the founder and host of The ActivateHer Summit, a global movement and event for Christian Women. Together with her husband, Evon, and their five children, she lives a full and purpose-filled life in Brampton, Ontario.

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Twyla Franz, Writer and Speaker | Host of the "Even If" Podcast

Twyla Franz

Twyla Franz is a big believer in baby steps and ripple-effect living. An Enneagram 9 learning to live open. She loves front-yard conversations with neighbors, chalk-painted furniture, and Yogi’s blueberry tea. As a missional neighboring guide and founder of The Uncommon Normal, Twyla helps others get close to Jesus and grow deep, missional friendships with neighbors.

Twyla Franz is a big believer in baby steps and ripple-effect living, helping others get close to Jesus and grow deep, missional friendships with neighbors.

She is a frequent guest on podcasts and speaker for virtual summits. Twyla’s words appear in (in)courage, Relevant, Her View From Home, and The Grit and Grace Project, among many others. She also hosts the popular Begin Within: A Gratitude Series to encourage year-round gratitude (because gratitude, she says, has a ripple effect).

Website | Instagram | Facebook

Hadassah Treu Author, Poet, and Speaker | Award-Winning International Author

Hadassah Treu

Hadassah Treu is an award-winning international author, poet, speaker, and contributor to several faith-based platforms and a dozen award-winning devotionals and poetry anthologies. She is passionate about encouraging people to draw near to God in the dark valleys of life.

Hadassah Treu is passionate about encouraging people to draw near to God in the dark valleys of life, where painful experiences become the birthplace of blessings.

Hadassah is a COMPEL Proverbs 31 Blog writer and Freelancing Community Group leader. Her writing is featured on (In)Courage, The Upper Room, Proverbs 31 Ministries, Her View From Home, Living by Design Ministries, Thoughts About God, Today’s Christian Living, and other popular sites. She is the author of Draw Near: How Painful Experiences Become the Birthplace of Blessings.”

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Fathia Savory Ministry Coach and Consultant | Founder of Fathia Savory, Fashion Consulting

Fathia Savory

In the world of fashion, Fathia Y.P. Savory is not just a stylist; she truly believes in helping women feel confident and empowered from the inside out. As the founder of Fathia Savory, fashion consulting firm, Fathia brings over 10 years of unparalleled expertise through styling women. 

Fathia Y.P. Savory is not just a stylist; she truly believes in helping women feel confident and empowered from the inside out.

Fathia’s journey into the world of styling was sparked by a genuine passion for fashion and an innate desire to serve and uplift others. With over fifteen years of rich and diverse industry experience, she is a strategic partner who thoughtfully guides clients in making impactful decisions about their image.

Fathia holds a B.S. in Fashion Merchandising and Design and a B.S. in Marketing from North Carolina A&T State University, she blends creativity with strategic acumen. 

Website | Instagram | LinkedIn


These exceptional individuals represent a fraction of the outstanding Christian minorities shaping their communities and beyond. As we champion diversity and unity, let’s elevate and amplify these voices that have too frequently been marginalized or muted.

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Stay tuned for more “Must-Follow Minorities” next month as we continue to highlight and empower inspiring individuals who are driving change and creating a better world.

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Until next time,

Dawn Mann Sanders

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