<p/><br></br><p><b> About the Book </b></p></br></br>"This volume centers on the lives and experiences of female and African American leaders of foundations and nonprofits. Contributors to the volume examine race and gender as constructs and provide a theoretical background for understanding their effect on the psycho-social development of the individuals. They explore their family backgrounds and childhood experiences as well as the impact of education on their lives and future leadership"--<p/><br></br><p><b> Book Synopsis </b></p></br></br>This volume centers on the lives and experiences of female and African American leaders of foundations and nonprofits. Contributors to the volume examine race and gender as constructs and provide a theoretical background for understanding their effect on the psycho-social development of the individuals.<p/><br></br><p><b> Review Quotes </b></p></br></br><br><p>'Through the voices of contemporary female and African American leaders, the reader is treated to engaging and meaningful insights to diversity and inclusiveness in the nonprofit sector. A must-read.' Dwight Burlingame</p><br><p/><br></br><p><b> About the Author </b></p></br></br>Author Marybeth Gasman: Marybeth Gasman is Professor of Higher Education in the Graduate School of Education at the University of Pennsylvania, USA. Author Vida L. Avery: Vida L. Avery is the Resource Development Manager of the Texas Center for Grants Development at Harris County Department of Education in Houston, Texas, USA.