Deon Haywood facts for kids
Deon Haywood (born April 4, 1968, in New Orleans) is an American champion for human rights. She is an activist, educator, and leader. Deon is known for her important work. She fights against unfair treatment of Black women. She also works to improve living conditions for people who are struggling. Deon helps people in the American South get better access to healthcare for HIV. She is the executive director of a group called Women With A Vision. This group works for social justice.
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Awards and Recognition
Deon Haywood has received many awards for her important work. These awards show how much she has helped people.
Early Recognition
In 2010 and 2011, TheBody.com recognized Deon. They called her a "Person Who Makes A Difference" for her work in the HIV/AIDS community.
In 2012, she was chosen as the Queen of Krewe du Vieux for Mardi Gras. The parade's theme that year, "Crimes Against Nature," celebrated her victory against unfair laws.
Health and Human Rights Honors
In 2013, BET named her a "Health Hero." That same year, she became the representative for the southern United States. She worked with The Human Rights Defenders in Dublin.
Continued Achievements
In 2016, Deon Haywood received a Public Voices Fellowship. This was from the Ms. Foundation for Women. She also got the Ben Smith Award from The ACLU.
In 2017, she was named a Dream Keeper for Black History Month. This honor recognized her contributions to the community.
In 2018, she received a fellowship from the Rockwood Leadership Institute. She was also given the Flame Thrower Awardee by The Red Door Foundation.
In 2019, The Advocate named her a "Champion of Pride." She also received the Gloria Award from Gloria Steinem. This award was for her work "igniting change in communities to ensure equity and opportunity for all women." It recognized her efforts to create fairness and chances for all women.
