About Us
Our Mission
Melanin Mommies PGH centers historically marginalized African American, pregnant or parenting millennial and teen mothers.
Our mission is to assist these mothers to address and overcome intergenerational trauma and combat negative family cycles by supporting mental wellness and recovery.
We are the Village!
Our Vision
We believe that not only does it take a village to raise a child, but the village also has a responsibility to support, uplift and nurture the mother as well.
The coming together of support for that mother is transformative and we are obligated to provide access to the tools they need to become the best women and mothers they can be.
Through mentorship, connection to resources, mental health advocacy, financial education and development; we will greatly impact the world by helping to produce confident, self-sufficient, educated and empowered mothers.
Our Founder and Executive Director
Latrice "Phoenix" Rose started Melanin Mommies Pgh, Inc in 2014 as an online support group for expecting African American mothers. Her mission was to create a space where new mothers could build a village of support for each other.
Since then Latrice has helped Melanin Mommies Pgh, Inc evolve into a full service organization that focuses on programming, resources and activities to help mothers holistically.
Latrice holds a BA in Communications and Public Relations from Edinboro University, a Masters in Human Resource Management from Carlow University and currently pursuing dual MBA and Psychology degrees.
Latrice is a certified Life Coach, Multi business Mompreneur, Inspirational Speaker and holds various certifications including Mental Health First Aid Instructor and Maternal Mental Health.
She was recognized and honored as a Pittsburgh 40 Under 40 honoree in 2019 as well as a Martin Luther King Jr Award nominee, Athena Pittsburgh award nominee for 2019 and 2021, Cribs for Kids Women of Achievement Honoree and New Pittsburgh Courier 40 under 40 Honoree.
She has been mentioned in various media outlets such as Pittsburgh Post Gazette, New Pittsburgh Courier, Local Pittsburgh, Voyage MIA magazine, Pittsburgh City Paper, Soul Pitt and more!
Advisory Board
Nathaniel Broadus
Dr. Toya Jones, University of Pittsburgh
Dr. Toya Jones, University of Pittsburgh
Nathaniel Broadus is a military veteran with extensive experience in Community relations. He served as a coordinator of the African American Male Mentoring Initiative and managed the Fatherhood program at Healthy Start. Since 2018 he has been the Workforce Specialist at Catalyst Connection assisting to develop new pathways to employment
Nathaniel Broadus is a military veteran with extensive experience in Community relations. He served as a coordinator of the African American Male Mentoring Initiative and managed the Fatherhood program at Healthy Start. Since 2018 he has been the Workforce Specialist at Catalyst Connection assisting to develop new pathways to employment in robotics and advanced manufacturing. Nathaniel is also a Co Founder of Black Packing, a mental health community hiking initiative.
Dr. Toya Jones, University of Pittsburgh
Dr. Toya Jones, University of Pittsburgh
Dr. Toya Jones, University of Pittsburgh
Dr. Toya Jones is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker for the state of Pennsylvania. She is the BASW Program Director at the University of Pittsburgh’s School of Social Work She is the founder and president of Freedom Indeed LLC, a community organization that focuses on servicing and empowering ex-offenders and victims of crime. Dr. Jo
Dr. Toya Jones is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker for the state of Pennsylvania. She is the BASW Program Director at the University of Pittsburgh’s School of Social Work She is the founder and president of Freedom Indeed LLC, a community organization that focuses on servicing and empowering ex-offenders and victims of crime. Dr. Jones has extensive experience working with children and families impacted by violence and crime for over twenty years. She provides crisis intervention, counseling, and community education programs that address the causes and impacts of various categories of violence and crime.
Sharnay Hearn Davis, MsED
Sharnay Hearn Davis, MsED
Sharnay Hearn Davis, MsED
Sharnay Hearn Davis a dedicated professional, servant leader and founder of Sisters Lifting as We Climb network. As a faithful community advocate and liaison, he has committed her life's work to education, social justice and creating equitable opportunities for all citizens. She has dedicated her professional career to addressing the iss
Sharnay Hearn Davis a dedicated professional, servant leader and founder of Sisters Lifting as We Climb network. As a faithful community advocate and liaison, he has committed her life's work to education, social justice and creating equitable opportunities for all citizens. She has dedicated her professional career to addressing the issues of poverty as a social work professional and public sector leader. She holds a master's degree in Community Leadership from Duquesne University and is currently pursuing a Doctor of Education Degree in Educational and Leadership Administration.
Mikea Wall, LCSW
Sharnay Hearn Davis, MsED
Sharnay Hearn Davis, MsED
As a native of Pittsburgh, PA, Mikea has always been vested in community work since high school. Due to that passion, her career goals led her to pursue a degree in social work from Clark Atlanta University (BSW) then Rutgers University (MSW). Upon her return to Pittsburgh after post secondary education; Mikea began working on a micro a
As a native of Pittsburgh, PA, Mikea has always been vested in community work since high school. Due to that passion, her career goals led her to pursue a degree in social work from Clark Atlanta University (BSW) then Rutgers University (MSW). Upon her return to Pittsburgh after post secondary education; Mikea began working on a micro and macro level to provide psychotherapy, increase access and education to resources, and volunteer with community organizations. Now, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker; Mikea continues helping those around her through professional works as a community health therapist, provides clinical supervision to LSWs via the University of Pittsburgh, has become aboard member with Melanin Mommies Pgh, and spends time with her 4 year old Pitbull Terrier during her down time.
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