Deesha Dyer\, a former White House socia
l secretary for President Barack Obama and First Lady Michelle Obama\, sha
res her inspiring journey of self-discovery in her book. She recounts how\
, as a hip-hop journalist and community leader\, she overcame imposter syn
drome to land one of the most exclusive positions in the White House.
The event will feature a discussion on the book\, followed by a Q&\ ;A session. You can learn more about the book below and register to let us know you're coming. \;First fifty attendees will received a complimen tary copy of Undiplomatic\, courtesy of the DC Public Library Foundation\n
For reasonable accommodations\, please contact the Center f or Accessibility at 202-727-2142 or DCPLaccess@dc.gov. For ASL or tactile interpretation\, please allow at least seven (7) days notice.
\nWithout credentials\, connections or a college degree\, a hip-hop jou rnalist and community leader conquered her imposter syndrome while landing one of the most exclusive\, sought-after and fun positions in the White H ouse. Deesha reflects on how imposter syndrome threatened her self-esteem\ , proven aptitude and survival until she realized that it was neither her fault nor her responsibility. In Undiplomatic\, she invites you on a journ ey of self-discovery where she overcame doubt\, unearthed true love for he rself and learned that your unique worth is not something to be earned\, b ut something inherently deserved.
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Marissa Mitchell is a three-time Emmy award-winning journalist and the main anchor at FOX 5 DC. She has nearly 17 years of experience in print\, broadcast\, and digital media\, covering major events across the country a nd interviewing numerous newsmakers. Marissa has received several communit y awards for her commitment to philanthropy and community service\, and is a member of the Washington Association of Black Journalists\, the Nationa l Association of Black Journalists and the Rho Mu Omega Chapter of Alpha K appa Alpha Sorority\, Incorporated in Washington D.C. She also sits on the Board of Governors of the National Capital Chesapeake Bay Chapter of the National Academy of Television Arts and Sciences. In her free time\, Maris sa frequently speaks to youth\, women\, and nonprofit organizations to inf orm\, entertain\, and inspire.
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