Melonie Wright is a remarkable woman who overcame many challenges to achieve her dream of becoming a lawyer. She was born into a military family and had to take care of her siblings while her parents were busy. She was diagnosed as a delayed learner and placed in special education classes when she was four years old. She struggled with insecurities and made poor choices in relationships. She became pregnant with her daughter in college and faced domestic violence from her partner. She was homeless for two weeks and lived in a motel with her baby. She had little money and support while pursuing her law degree at Emory University School of Law.
Despite all these obstacles, Wright never gave up on her education and her faith. She excelled in high school and college, earning scholarships and honors. She took the LSAT while eight months pregnant and scored well enough to get into Emory Law, one of the top law schools in the country. She balanced motherhood and studies, often staying up late to finish assignments and take care of her daughter. She relied on God’s grace and guidance to overcome her fears and doubts. She graduated from Emory Law in May 2016, wearing her cap and gown with pride and joy.
Wright’s story is an inspiration to many people who face difficulties in life. She proves that nothing is impossible with hard work, determination, and faith. She shows that one’s past does not define one’s future, and that one can rise above any circumstance with courage and resilience. She is a role model for single mothers, special needs students, domestic violence survivors, and aspiring lawyers.
Wright’s achievement is also significant in the context of the legal profession, which is still dominated by white men. According to the American Bar Association, only 5% of lawyers in the U.S. are African American, and only 2% are African American women. Wright’s graduation from Emory Law adds to the diversity and representation of black women in the field of law. She also contributes to the advancement of social justice and human rights, as she plans to use her legal skills to help others who are marginalized and oppressed.
Wright’s story deserves to be celebrated and shared widely and we at Rising Africa wants to celebrate her today. She is a living example of black excellence and #BlackGirlMagic. She is a testament to the power of education and faith. She is a reminder that no matter what challenges we face, we can overcome them with God’s help and our own strength.
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Sources:
[Learn How Melonie Wright Went From Special Ed to Homeless Single Mother to Now a Soon-to-Be Law School Graduate](https://www.theroot.com/learn-how-melonie-wright-went-from-special-ed-to-homele-1790888267)
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