Author Profile Of The Week Gale Glover
Gale Glover, a native of Flint, Michigan has become an iconic figure in the Flint community. She holds a Bachelor of Arts in Criminal Justice, Sociology, and Africana Studies and a Master’s in Public Administration, a post-masters education specialist degree with an superintendent administrative certification.
GOALS
Her goal is to also pursue a doctorate in education so that she may help others achieve their
educational goals.
WORKS / ACHIEVEMENTS
Gale is an established author and has written five books with two upcoming books. Her children’s book “Learning, Recycling, and Becoming Little Heroes” depicts the strength of the Flint children during the water crisis. In addition, her “Reach Higher Ed Series” helps kids get prepared for higher education. Gale noted the importance of higher education by stating “It’s important to get kids thinking about college earlier so they can successfully complete it in a more affordable manner”. To add to her many accomplishments Gale has started a nonprofit called, “Flint Kids Matter” which focuses on improving literacy, getting kids prepared for higher education, developing workforce skills, and recovering from the effects of the Flint Water Crisis. Gale has been recognized as ABC News Person of the Week and has also been nominated for the Christ Enrichment Literacy Award. Those are just a few of her many accomplishments, but her passion to empower, educate and enrich the lives of people within her community supersedes her reputation.
LIFE
Like many kids in Flint, Gale grew up in a single parent household, mother no father and she is the younger of two siblings. Growing up poor, Gale also struggled with literacy so it is easy for her to relate to kids in similar situations. Gale is a survivor of domestic abuse and has conquered many obstacles in her life. Her passion comes from that pain and compels her to help others reach their goals. Gale has a strong faith and believes that through God, along with persistence and prayer you can achieve anything. Gale went on to start her own publishing company and hires many local artists to work alongside her. Her dedication to the Flint community is unparalleled. Gale Glover, Flint Born! Flint Bred! Flint Educated!
To purchase any of her books please visit Amazon.com, GloverPCO.com
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