Diane Deaderick DeMartra, a professional who has worked in corporations, non-
profits, and higher Education, devotes her passions and talents to “enlighten,
educate, and empower inner-city teen girls and young women, especially teen
and young, single mothers at risk of continuing the intergenerational cycle of
poverty and complex Trauma that are rampant among women and children in the
Black community.” This is the mission of Just For You Girlfriend, the nonprofit
organization that Diane founded in 2017 and continues to lead. Having lived her
pre-teen and teen years in ‘the projects’ in Chicago, Diane understands the
environment where, without access to resources and support, many people “live
and die like they did in the projects–in abject poverty.” In 2022, Diane wrote a
book to pass on crucial life lessons and wonderful witticisms learned from her
own momma–Momma Wit: Words of Wisdom, encouragement, inspiration, and
Love. Diane lives each day with energy, enjoyment, and gratitude. "
Connect with Diane
Email: [email protected]
Website: https://www.justforyougirlfriend.org
Book: Momma Wit (available on website)
