Jasmin Barnett is the founder of Ladies in Training, an organization that empowers girls ages 10-18 to make appropriate lifestyle choices, build self-confidence and self-esteem, and become contributing members of their community.

Barnett received her Bachelor of Arts from Howard University in Political Science and African American Studies, and a Master of Arts in Community Development and Social Justice from Marygrove College. An active and dedicated member of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated, Jasmin believes the first step in finding one’s purpose is to “change your words and watch how your life changes with them.”