
Dr. Katurah York Cooper
Educator, Pastor, Human Rights Advocate, Founder & Director
Empowerment Temple African Methodist Episcopal Church-Liberia / Helping Our People Excel (H.O.P.E. Inc)
Dr. Katurah York Cooper fled with her daughters from the Liberian civil war to reside in the United States as a refugee for eleven years. Since returning to Liberia in 2001, she has served as an educator, human rights advocate, leadership coach, author, and pastor. Her latest book, You Can Lead!, invites readers to reflect on their own experiences while learning from hers, and discover unique paths to becoming the leader God has called them to be.