Watch my exclusive interview for the "Motivate U" podcast hosted by the talented and uplifting June Archer. We dive into the importance of representation in children's books, my Niyah Zuri movement, and so MUCH MORE! Had to bring the fire…

Deepest gratitude to Her Excellency, Connecticut Lieutenant Governor Susan Bysiewicz for my second Official Connecticut Proclamation!

Diversity should be a defining thread in the weaving of a child’s education, for it produces an undeniable texture that will impact all of their decisions and…

My Niyah Zuri journey started five years ago, with constant “No’s”, closed doors, and obstacles in my path. Through it all, I remained consistently persistent, for I vowed to never let that younger version of myself down. The younger version…

AUGUST 27, 2020 - HARTFORD, CT --- ‘Strength is our motto’ for 5th annual 100 Women of Color Gala 

Susan Dunne 

Hartford Courant 

A CNN commentator, a children’s book author and an 8-year-old activist will be among the speakers at…

"Don't play with our kids, our children are not your pawns to do testing with for statistics. Our children are our future and we need to safeguard them!" What an incredible moment returning to "The Vibe Show" on 97.9 FM…

It's with great esteem that I announce my selection as a member with the exclusive For(bes)The Culture! For(bes) The Culture was formed in Boston at the Forbes Under 30 Summit in October 2017 to gather the world’s current and future…

AUGUST 7, 2020 - NEW YORK, NY --- Anna Nyakana Publishes Adventures of Young Heroine to Empower Children of All Backgrounds

ENSPIRE Contributor: Elizabeth Duchan 

Anna Nyakana…

"Everyone loves that glorious peak because you can see everything from up there but don't forget the valley that you came from and the strength that you got from pulling yourself up so you can then help others!" What an…

THANK YOU PopFuzion TV and the talented Creator and Host Francesca Ellanafor featuring me on "PopFuzion the Talk Show!" Watch my segment as we dig into the Niyah Zuri Movement, the importance of representation in children's books and media, and…

HOUSTON, TX - JULY 27, 2020 --- Meet Anna Nyakana from Stamford, Connecticut who is an author and entrepreneur. 

Has it been a smooth road? If not, what…

I had the amazing opportunity to speak to the youth of Full Circle Youth Empowerment (F.C.Y.E.) in Bridgeport, CT this week. Despite their past traumas and setbacks, they have the potential to make a huge impact in the world and…