Cassandra Grant was among a group of powerful Black lesbian sisters in the seventies who founded Salsa Soul Sister Third World Women, Inc. A voice and a movement that became a force to be reckoned with within the NYC gay community. In a time filled with discrimination, fear, and oppression, they were faced with the challenge of changing societal norms. Cassandra is married to Sharon Lucas, who is another original member of Salsa. She holds a Master’s degree of Education from Bank St. College and a Bachelor’s degree from Florida A&M University. She retired from the New York State Education Department in 2011. Her work in education spans over forty years, from pre-kindergarten to higher education. Today she continues to give back to her community and to society to improve life outcomes. She believes that it is important to be grounded, both spiritually and culturally in your journey through life.