'Fresh Prince' Actress Brings Stories of African-American Achievement to Children

Karen Parsons, known for her role in 'The Fresh Prince of Bel Air,' transitioned to storytelling to highlight African American heroes through her company, Sweet BlackBerry. She shares the inspiring story of Henry Box Brown, who mailed himself to freedom, and discusses the importance of telling such stories to empower children. Parsons also highlights the achievements of Bessie Coleman, the first black female aviator. Her transition from acting to nonprofit work was facilitated by industry connections, which she leveraged to promote these stories.

What challenges did Bessie Coleman face in her pursuit of becoming a pilot?

How did Karen Parsons leverage her connections from her acting career to support her nonprofit work?