Interviews
Articles
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The Miami Times
Children’s book dispels myths about Black fathers.
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Florida Courier
“The unique and special bond between a father and his little girl.”
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Dallas Weekly
Civil Rights advocate & Author discusses the need for Diverse Children’s Books.
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AFRO American Newspapers
The 27-page book, complete with fascinating illustrations by Ananta Mohanta. It follows a father and his baby girl, who play together in parks, and the doting dad reads bedtime stories each night to his beloved daughter. For Whittington, the book opens her home to readers.
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Enspire Magazine
Juanita Banks Whittington, A Veteran Who Advocates for Diversity and Inclusivity.
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Baltimore Times
“Purposeful parenting is going above and beyond to pour into your children’s needs and being intentional in making sure their needs are met. It’s more than just raising a child with morals and values. It’s setting clear values and goals focused on the development of the child,” Banks- Whittington said.
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Woman to Woman Talk
Civil Rights advocate & Author discusses the need for Diverse Children’s Books.
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Femi Magazine
Black Female Veteran Author, Juanita Banks-Whittington Pens a Beautiful Book About Fathers. A beautiful book titled, “I Love My Daddy” is a heartwarming story about a young girl and her father.
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Sheen Magazine
Celebrating Fathers with “I Love My Daddy” Written by Juanita Banks-Whittington
It’s important to celebrate fathers because it shows them, they are appreciated, provides a positive male role model for children, and helps to promote/reinforce good behaviors.
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The Washington Informer
New Children’s Book, ‘I Love My Daddy,’ Further Dispels Myths About Black Fathers.
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Connected Woman
At your core, what fuels your passion to help others? Helping others is ingrained in me, and I hope my passion resonates with those in need, positively impacting their lives. My goal is to inspire others to continue the cycle of kindness and support.
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The DC Voice
Representation in Writing: “You know, it should be books that you can pick up and you’re like, ‘Oh, my gosh! That looks like me!’ And it is portraying people of color positively, showing that father that is of color in the household doing things with the child.”
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Emoir
How The Diverse Children’s Books Matter Movement Creates Inclusivity and Representation
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Digital Buzz Now
Celebrating National Family Day with Juanita Banks-Whittington
This blog will explore the heartwarming message behind “I Love My Daddy” and how Juanita Banks-Whittington’s work promotes diversity in children’s books.
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Canvas Rebel
Meet Juanita Banks-Whittington
Let’s kick things off with your mission – what is it and what’s the story behind why it’s your mission?
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Resilient Magazine
Resilient Magazine's mission is to highlight the resilient aspects of black women, their work, their worth, and their ability to withstand the barriers life bring.