Schachere journal

When the State of California officially selected Mysti’s Adult & Family Services as a PATH CITED Round 4 awardee for Contra Costa County, it wasn’t just another program milestone. It was a defining moment in my work, leadership, and the mission that has shaped my life for over two decades.

From the lawn of Dorsey High School to the boardroom, my journey began in South Los Angeles. The Law Magnet program sparked my passion for advocacy, West Adams gave me resilience, and those early jobs taught me grit. Today, as CEO of Mysti’s Adult and Family Services and host of The Giovanne Show, I can trace it all back to Dorsey.

Leaders must stop confusing enabling with helping. When someone demands that one client receive special treatment above hundreds of others,

Five years ago, our mother, Mysti Bluee, transitioned — but her spirit never left us. She was a giant in every sense: a truck driver, an artist, a healer, and above all, a mother who taught us to fight, love, and rise. This tribute brings together the voices of her children — my brother, my sister, and me — to honor her life and legacy. It’s not just about what we lost. It’s about what we carry. Her lessons still guide us. Her words still comfort us. Her presence still fuels

She was an actress. A trucker. A justice warrior. A mother. And five years ago today, the world went dim without her. On July 22, 2020,...