Weekly News & Updates

As the school year wraps up, I find myself reflecting on my learning journey, which began at age four. I recall being so eager to learn that my young parents had me tested for early admission into kindergarten at John Dibert in Mid-City. Later in life, it dawned on me...

What a week to be a woman.I have spent the past few days attending events geared towards women’s issues in Louisiana. Yesterday, Women’s United hosted a Public Policy Luncheon on Pay Equity. A panel of business leaders, as well as appointed and elected officials...

This week honors the hardworking women and men in the hospitality and tourism industry in New Orleans, who welcome 17.74 million visitors annually, which created an economic impact of $8.7 billion to our local economy in 2017. Last week marked the 50th anniversary of...

This week in Baton Rouge, the Senate and Governmental Affairs Committee passed SCR 2, the Equal Rights Amendment Resolution. The bill now moves to the Senate Floor. I would like to commend Senator J.P. Morrell on his hard work and commitment to the women of our state,...

Yesterday, I was invited by Councilmember Brossett to provide guidance on a proposed ordinance that would establish an Equal Pay Advisory Committee to address the issue of pay inequality in the City of New New Orleans. I am pleased to report the Council voted...

Kea Sherman Announces Candidacy for State Representative March 13, 2019 New Orleans, LA - Kea Sherman, a local attorney and civic activist has formally announced her candidacy for State Representative for District 98. Sherman is the founder of Sherman Law firm and...

Last month, I announced my campaign to run for State Representative in District 98. The response has been humbling.These past few weeks, I have spent every day meeting with people from all walks of life. One thing is evident, we all share similar concerns for our city...