“Black girls defy the odds.” Those were the opening words from Jamila Trimuel, Founder and President of Ladies of Virtue (LOV), and they instantly grounded the room in purpose. Though the space was already filled with love, laughter, and an unmistakable sense of joy, Trimuel’s message reminded everyone why they gathered for the 2025 Leading With Virtue Cocktail Reception—to invest in the brilliance, resilience, and future of Black girls.

From the moment guests entered the venue, it was clear they were in for a special evening. Volunteers and staff cheered as attendees arrived, registration flowed seamlessly, and servers weaved through the room with beautifully crafted hors d’oeuvres. If the night had a theme song, it would have been “A Night to Remember”—because that’s exactly what it was

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