Legacy in Love: Dr. Mattie Jo Redefines Motherhood Through Faith, Leadership, and Unconditional Support

Dr. Mattie Jo, a mother of ten and South Side changemaker, blends structure, honesty, and unconditional love to raise empowered children—proving that parenting with purpose can shape legacy and community (Photo Provided).
 
The Chicago Defender pays tribute to an exceptional mother during Mother’s Day.
 
Dr. Mattie Jo directs Target Area Development as chief operating officer for a social justice organization based on Chicago’s South Side. The organization runs resear