We were lucky to catch up with Chevalier DeShay recently and have shared our conversation below.
Chevalier, looking forward to hearing all of your stories today. What was it like going from idea to execution? Can you share some of the backstory and some of the major steps or milestones?
How Chosen Women Empower Was Born: A Journey from Family Inspiration to Community Transformation
Growing up in a tightly knit family, I often witnessed my grandmother and her sisters interacting in the most loving and bonded way. Their laughter, encouragement, shared stories, and support for one another filled our kitchen with warmth and joy. This sisterhood was a source of inspiration, and I knew I wanted to create a similar circle of support and empowerment for women when I grew older.
Fast forward to 2015, my husband Carl and I established Kingdom Harvest Ministries in Bastrop, Texas. With servant hearts and a passion for helping others, we then felt a calling to create a space where women could come together to discover and embrace their uniqueness. This vision gave birth to Chosen Women Empower.
Turning Vision into Reality: Steps to Launching Chosen Women Empower
1. Pray: Every decision I make begins with prayer. While some may find this unconventional, it is my way of seeking guidance and clarity.
2. Define the Mission: I outlined the mission for Chosen Women Empower with three simple words: Learning, Growing, Evolving. These words became the foundation upon which our mission stands. We are dedicated to the profound journey of empowering women to embrace their innate potential and become the embodiment of their unique selves. Our path leads to the discovery of purpose, igniting every facet of their being and propelling them towards a life rich with meaning, impact, and fulfillment.
3. The Team: I sought out individuals who shared my passion for empowering girls and women. Having a diverse group of individuals with different talents and skill sets was crucial to our success in launching Chosen Women Empower.
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