Courtney Boston
Social Entrepreneur • Educator • Digital Creator • Keeper of the Culture
Representation Matters
“Sometimes you have to see a physical manifestation of your dream. Otherwise, you have to hope, pray and try to conjure something in your mind to feel like it’s possible.” ~ Viola Davis.
I am a child of Urban Boston. Born and raised in Mattapan, I took the METCO bus to high school in Newton, but my heart always belonged to the city. The daughter of two Doctors of Education and urban public-school pioneers; empowering young people has always been part of the “family business.” I grew up on Liz Walker, 106 & Park and the Cosbys and when I was done in the classroom at Newton North, I would head home to my other teachers: MC Lyte, TuPac, Queen Latifah, Common, Biggie, Lauryn Hill and all the other giants of early and 90s Hip Hop.
I am the product of the #1 ranked Public HBCU (FAMU) and #1 communication school in the country (Emerson), which molded me and laid the foundation for my journey and lifelong commitment as an exceptional communicator, community champion and collaborator. I am a Black woman who believes in the power of mentorship because I have been poured into with the, Congresswoman Ayanna Pressley coined, “righteous rage and radical love,” of the countless Black women who have grounded, mentored, and inspired me in this work. A career spanning 20 years, working on behalf of, for and with BIPOC girls and women.
A career that continues to evolve today ….
Bold energy.
Cool Vibes.
Elevating Culture.
"Courtney has been instrumental in bringing our Boston While Black events to life. Her infectious energy and ability to engage a crowd are truly remarkable. She creates a feeling of belonging that's truly special, and her passion for the community shines through in everything she does."
