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The Soultown's 52!
52 Black Women. 52 Stories.
We’re calling on 52 powerful Black women—just like you.
Was it joyful? Painful? Awkward? Divine?
Whatever it was—it was yours.
If you’ve got a story, we’ve got the platform.
About Chillin Kabba
Chillin’ Kabba is the CEO and Founder of The Soultown Magazine. Born and raised in Chicago, she spent much of her teenage years between Waterloo and Cedar Falls, Iowa—spaces that helped shape her perspective, purpose, and commitment to community storytelling.
Her guiding philosophy is simple yet powerful: “To have what I’ve never had, I must do something I’ve never done.” That belief fuels both her leadership and her work.
In 2026, Chillin’s primary focus is uniting 52 Black women and encouraging them to share their transformative journeys of becoming—stories rooted in growth, resilience, identity, and purpose. Through The Soultown Magazine, she continues to create space for voices that deserve to be seen, heard, and honored.
Learn more about Chillin’ Kabba and The Soultown Magazine by following along on social media and joining the movement.
Liz Anderson
Elizabeth “Liz” Anderson is a devoted wife, proud mother of two sons, and a loving grandmother whose life is deeply rooted in faith and service. A committed member of Gift of Life Church in Waterloo, Iowa, Liz walks daily in her love for God
and her calling to uplift others.
Through her work with youth at a local middle school, she pours guidance, encouragement, and wisdom into the next generation, striving each day to help young people stay focused, grounded, and hopeful. Liz believes that leading with love, faith, and consistency can change lives—and she lives that belief in both word and action.
Beverly Woods
Beverly Woods is the Executive Director and founder of Treasure Box U-S, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit rooted in the heart of the Quad Cities. She is a devoted mother of three and a fierce advocate for youth, bringing more than 30 years of lived experience in mentoring, education, and community engagement to her work.
Her journey began with a deep, unmistakable calling—to help young people recognize their voice, their value, and their power.
Beverly carried that mission forward into her work with Family Resources, where she served for over a decade as a supervisor.
Beverly Woods doesn’t just serve her community—she pours into it, building pathways of hope, dignity, and opportunity for generations to come.
Shay Tate-Moore
Shay Tate-Moore is a bold, visionary fashion designer and the founder of Moore Divahs LLC, launched in 2014. Known for her creative edge and generous spirit, she shares her expertise in embroidery, design, and sewing with audiences of all ages. Shay has produced her own fashion shows and partnered with school districts, libraries, and nonprofit organizations to bring fashion, skill-building, and self-expression directly into the community.
Her work has taken her across multiple states, where she has showcased her designs in shows, parades, and featured appearances in magazines, newspapers, podcasts, and interviews. Deeply committed to giving back, Shay supports initiatives centered on children’s mental health and confidence-building. At the heart of her mission is a simple truth she lives by: with belief, discipline, and determination, dreams can be stitched into reality.
Dr. Deirdre Jones-Lowman
Dr. Deirdre is a purpose-driven, award-winning educator, global executive and leadership coach, and motivational speaker dedicated to inspiring others to Take Charge, Move Forward. For more than a decade, she has led with authenticity—motivating students, educators, and leaders to pursue excellence,
equity, and mental wellness.
Her journey includes building platforms that amplify marginalized voices, contributing to Heart & Soul, Rolling Out, and The Soultown Magazine, and launching The Pay It Forward Initiative Coaching and Mentoring Service on YouTube. Whether in the classroom, on stage, or in coaching sessions, her mission remains unwavering: to empower others to lead with vision,
heal through truth, and rise unapologetically.
The Soultown Magazine - Your Source for Inspiration
CHILLIN'S 150 WORD PITCH FOR THE SOULTOWN'S "52"
I realized I was no longer a Black Gyrl when my spoken word begin to change.. I began writing with a deeper intention and clarity. What once flowed raw and rebellious evolved into language laced with purpose. As my vocabulary expanded, so did my sense of identity—each word carefully chosen to represent not just my truth, but a collective legacy. I refined my diction, practiced my enunciation, and made a conscious decision to strip away profanity and generational slang that, while authentic, limited how far my message could travel. It wasn't about censorship—it was about elevation. I knew my voice had power, and with it came responsibility. In that shift from expression to impact, I felt the change. It was like an internal morphing — rooted in culture and responsibility, sharpened by experience, and committed to storytelling that transcends time and trends. I am a Black, female poet and I am standing on it, 10 toes down!
