506 Raising minimalist kids in a world of excess | Christine Platt, Afrominimalist and Author

'Twas the week before Christmas, and you still haven't done your
holiday shopping yet. But hold your reindeer! We've got a special
bonus episode featuring Christine Platt, author of the
Afrominimalist guide to Living with Less. 


This is a must-listen for those who wish to tackle
overconsumption and inspire their students to embrace a more
minimilast and intentional lifestyle!


ABOUT CHRISTINE PLATT


A multi-genre author and advocate for representation and
inclusion, Christine Platt has carved a unique path in
literature, lifestyle, and wellness. Also known as the
Afrominimalist, Christine’s work centers on honoring Black voices
and experiences—past, present, and future. She holds a B.A. in
Africana Studies from the University of South Florida, M.A. in
African and African American Studies from The Ohio State
University, and J.D. from Stetson University College of
Law. 


Christine’s literary works include the influential adult titles
'The Afrominimalist’s Guide to Living With Less' and 'Rebecca,
Not Becky', and the beloved children’s series that teaches kids
about media literacy, 'Frankie & Friends'. Her multifaceted
career in advocacy spans working as a Senior Policy Advisor for
the U.S. Department of Energy to Managing Director of American
University’s Antiracism Center to Director of Communications for
Rihanna’s nonprofit, The Clara Lionel Foundation.


Christine is a member of the Association of Writers and Writing
Programs, Society of Children’s Book Writers and Illustrators,
Association of Black Women Historians, and the Association for
the Study of African American Life and History. She also serves
as an Ambassador for Smithsonian’s National Museum of African
American History and Culture.


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