International Writers Inspiring Change presents author, Dr. Moneshia Dashiell

About

Dr. Moneshia Dashiell exemplifies what it means to dedicate one’s life to the service of others. Her story is one of remarkable perseverance, resilience, and an unyielding belief in the transformative power of education. Every step of her journey has been marked by a profound commitment to uplifting children and young learners, ensuring that every child can thrive academically, socially, and emotionally.

Dr. Moneshia Dashiell has dedicated her professional life to empowering young learners, championing child development, and inspiring change through education and literature. Her journey is one of resilience, achievement, and unwavering commitment to the future generation.

Dr. Dashiell’s journey, originating in Atlanta, showcases her remarkable dedication to education and her ability to inspire meaningful change in the lives of young learners. With an unwavering focus on child development, she embraced every opportunity to deepen her knowledge and expertise, shaping her into an educational pioneer whose work resonates globally. Her career path has been a blend of academic excellence, innovative thinking, and heartfelt compassion, creating an enduring legacy that uplifts and empowers countless children.

Dr. Moneshia Dashiell: A Legacy of Education and Empowerment

An Inspirational Journey of Service and Advocacy

Dr. Moneshia Dashiell exemplifies what it means to dedicate one’s life to the service of others. Her story is one of remarkable perseverance, resilience, and an unyielding belief in the transformative power of education. From her roots in Atlanta to becoming an internationally recognized icon, Dr. Dashiell’s journey has been marked by a profound commitment to uplifting children and young learners, ensuring that every child can thrive academically, socially, and emotionally.

Education and Expertise

Dr. Dashiell’s unwavering dedication to education began early, as she recognized the transformative power it holds in shaping lives and communities. After completing her schooling at Doughty County Public Schools, she graduated from Monroe Comprehensive High School in Albany, Georgia in June 1993, fueled by a deep desire to become an educator who truly cares about children’s well-being.

Her thirst for knowledge led her to earn a doctorate in Christian education from Christian Bible College & Seminary in April 2016, followed by another doctorate in psychology from the University at Dayspring in June 2019. She further pursued her passion at Albany Technical College, earning various degrees in childcare and early childhood education. These include becoming an Infant Toddler Child Care Specialist in 2004, a Child Development Specialist in 2005, and earning a degree in Early Childhood Care & Education in 2007. Equipped with her extensive expertise, Dr. Dashiell obtained a Clinical Therapist License, enabling her to make significant impacts on children dealing with depression and anxiety.

Achievements and Recognition

Dr. Dashiell’s monumental contributions to children’s education and well-being have garnered her numerous accolades. Among her most distinguished honors are the 2023 & 2024 President’s Lifetime Achievement Award from President Joseph Biden and Vice President Kamala Harris, and the 2024 President’s Gold Volunteer Service Award. She has been celebrated as Counselor of The Year, Educator of the Year, and Pioneer of the Year, winning consecutive I AM HER INTERNATIONAL AWARDS from 2021 to 2022. Additional recognition includes the 2022 ICON HOINSER AWARD, the 2022 CREATOR OF SUCCESS AWARD, and the 2022 HOINSER AWARD, among others.

Magazine Features and Hall of Fame Inductions

Dr. Dashiell’s impactful work has captured the attention of renowned publications worldwide. She has graced the covers of INTERNATIONAL INSPIRING CHANGE Magazine in 2019, I AM QUEEN Magazine in 2018, 2019, and 2021, WOMEN OF INFLUENCE Magazine in 2018, and AUTHENTICALLY YOU Magazine in 2018. Her significant literary contributions have earned her inductions into the INTERNATIONAL WRITERS INSPIRING CHANGE HALL of FAME (2019), the I AM QUEEN MAGAZINE HALL of FAME (2020).

Conclusion

Through her tireless work in education, advocacy, and mental health, Dr. Moneshia Dashiell has made significant contributions to education. Education and Expertise: Dr. Dashiell graduated from Monroe Comprehensive High School in Albany, Georgia, in June 1993. She earned a doctorate in Christian education from Christian Bible College & Seminary in April 2016, and a doctorate in psychology from University at Dayspring in June 2019.

iWIC interview with Moneshia Dashiell

Winner of the International Writers Inspiring Change or iWIC, Hall of Famer award 2019 in children's books, we interviewed Moneshia to get more insight into her work. Here it is:

iWIC: Tell us about yourself

My name is Dr. Moneshia Dashiell. I was born in Atlanta, Ga to Loraine Rich and Joe Gardner. I have three beautiful sisters and two loving brothers. I attended Dougherty County Public school. I graduated from Monroe Comprehensive High School in Albany , Georgia in June 1993 with a strong desire to become an educator who really cares about the well being of children and in doing so, I graduated from Christian Bible College & Seminary in April 2016 with a doctors degree in education.

Over time, I decided to further my education at Albany Technical College where my exciting future was waiting for me. In 2004 I graduated with a degree as an Infant Toddler Child Care Specialist. Then, in 2005, I received my degree as a Child Development Specialist and in 2007 I graduated with a degree in Early Childhood Care & Education. I am currently majoring in Child Art therapy and I am so excited about helping children who are dealing with depression and anxiety. Art therapy is a mental health profession that I will use to create a process of art to help improve and enhance the physical and mental well-being of children.

Due to the fact that I have demonstrated my love, care and concern for children I educate; I was nominated for the ACHI MAGAZINE Awards and now I am the recipient of the 2018 ACHI MAGAZINE, The Editor’s Choice Award; the recipient of the 2015 Women Leadership Award; the recipient 2014 Black Essence Award; and the recipient of the 2013 Black Essences Award. Two of my books were honored and placed in the Black Writers Museum and six of my children books were honored and placed in the Clemson Area African Museum.

iWIC: What inspired you to start writing?

As an educator, I can truly say that my students have really inspired me to continue to author books like never before, and it is simply because I have had the opportunity to see my students go from struggling to advancing in their academics, when my books were presented to them. They are now encouraged to learn, and they are doing it with a smile.

iWIC: Is there a message in your books?

I am changing the world because “I am too busy mothering nations through education”, and now my students are too busy advancing. I am so honored to know that readers such as my student’s parents have said that I make reading and math easy, that I make learning fun and that my books are a must buy.

iWIC: Tell us about your book.

My Alphabet Friends is a fun book to read and I really do believe that when people purchase it for their children it will relax them and allow them to be challenged about what they are reading. The purpose of My Alphabet friends is to introduce the sounds and letters of the ordered alphabet to kindergarten through fifth grade children. This book will provide opportunities for: building vocabulary, developing conversation, proficiency in oral language, increase phonemic awareness, and sequencing.

My Alphabet Friends also presents letters of the alphabets with corresponding words, images, upper case letters and lowercase letters. The children that I educate daily inspired me to write this fun reading book. During my internship as a college student I came across children who did not know how to read, did not know the letters of the alphabet or the sounds that each letter makes.

iWIC: What’s coming up?

I am preparing to release a new book entitled “All About B words”. This book will be a great help to pre-k through kindergarten students to enhance their reading skills and to be able to hold a simple conversation with other people or children.

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