About
Monique Washington is an Author, Speaker, Community Leader and Consultant. She's inspiring people Worldwide. Washington is a sought after Writer and Speaker, speaking at Universities/Colleges, Corporations, Schools, Churches and to individuals and companies as a Consultant. A passion for the betterment of people. Her first book entitled, 'Who's Your God?' - A simple guide to help you avoid making a god out of your possessions; encourages individuals to look within. The Book is a reminder, that what we have is not who we are.
This Renaissance Woman truly believes, "Giving back is not only a good gesture, it’s necessary. We must pay it forward." She is on a mission to reach people from the inside out. "It’s an inside job, when working on self-improvement." This former 5th-8th grade Math Teacher is now on a bigger platform reaching children and adults worldwide through her writing and speaking. Washington Inspires You Higher!
A freelance Writer. Her Articles have been featured in Newspaper Publications and Magazines Nationwide. Monique consults and works with Professional Athletes with their Organizations and their Youth Camps as a Speaker or Coach. She's teamed up with several NBA (National Basketball Association) Athletes; Michael Jordan, Kobe Bryant, AC Green and Jordan Farmar are a few she's had the opportunity to work with. For the past five years she's been a Guest Speaker and / or Coach at the 'Hoop Farm Basketball Camp' held at the University of California Los Angeles (UCLA). The camp is lead by Jordan Farmar, Los Angeles Laker (NBA Champion). He was impressed by her work ethic and level of professionalism. Jordan said, "She did a great job of breaking down complex ideas so that campers could relate to her message. That takes real talent." In 2012 and 2013 she worked with Kobe Bryant (NBA 5 time Champion and MVP), of the Los Angeles Lakers with his Basketball Academy for boy and girl youth. Washington believes, "We must invest in our youth with our time, support and monetery contributions. The youth is our future."
A graduate from the University of Nevada, Reno - Monique has a B.A. in Speech Communication and Journalism. In High School she was recruited by several Universities to play Collegiate Basketball. A few of the Colleges included Pepperdine University, University of Hawaii, University of California Santa Barbara (UCSB), University of California Irvine (UCI), University of Pacific (UOP), Ivy League member Columbia University, Cornell University and the school of her choice, the University of Nevada-Reno.
In College she was a Student-Athlete who played on the Women’s Basketball team. Monique was focused as a Student first and an Athlete second. She kept the end in mind while a Freshman in college, to graduate in four years. Washington accomplished her goal and graduated from the University of Nevada, Reno in four years! If being a Student-Athlete wasn’t enough on her plate while at UNR; during her last Semester of College she was nominated to run as Homecoming Queen. Washington made history, as the first non-Caucasian in 123 years at UNR to be named Homecoming Queen. It was a Historic moment. She was featured in the Ebony Magazine for the achievement.
Her speaking is genius in helping ignite the gift we all have within. Monique will continue inspiring and motivating individuals to be the very best they can be!
This Renaissance Woman truly believes, "Giving back is not only a good gesture, it’s necessary. We must pay it forward." She is on a mission to reach people from the inside out. "It’s an inside job, when working on self-improvement." This former 5th-8th grade Math Teacher is now on a bigger platform reaching children and adults worldwide through her writing and speaking. Washington Inspires You Higher!
A freelance Writer. Her Articles have been featured in Newspaper Publications and Magazines Nationwide. Monique consults and works with Professional Athletes with their Organizations and their Youth Camps as a Speaker or Coach. She's teamed up with several NBA (National Basketball Association) Athletes; Michael Jordan, Kobe Bryant, AC Green and Jordan Farmar are a few she's had the opportunity to work with. For the past five years she's been a Guest Speaker and / or Coach at the 'Hoop Farm Basketball Camp' held at the University of California Los Angeles (UCLA). The camp is lead by Jordan Farmar, Los Angeles Laker (NBA Champion). He was impressed by her work ethic and level of professionalism. Jordan said, "She did a great job of breaking down complex ideas so that campers could relate to her message. That takes real talent." In 2012 and 2013 she worked with Kobe Bryant (NBA 5 time Champion and MVP), of the Los Angeles Lakers with his Basketball Academy for boy and girl youth. Washington believes, "We must invest in our youth with our time, support and monetery contributions. The youth is our future."
A graduate from the University of Nevada, Reno - Monique has a B.A. in Speech Communication and Journalism. In High School she was recruited by several Universities to play Collegiate Basketball. A few of the Colleges included Pepperdine University, University of Hawaii, University of California Santa Barbara (UCSB), University of California Irvine (UCI), University of Pacific (UOP), Ivy League member Columbia University, Cornell University and the school of her choice, the University of Nevada-Reno.
In College she was a Student-Athlete who played on the Women’s Basketball team. Monique was focused as a Student first and an Athlete second. She kept the end in mind while a Freshman in college, to graduate in four years. Washington accomplished her goal and graduated from the University of Nevada, Reno in four years! If being a Student-Athlete wasn’t enough on her plate while at UNR; during her last Semester of College she was nominated to run as Homecoming Queen. Washington made history, as the first non-Caucasian in 123 years at UNR to be named Homecoming Queen. It was a Historic moment. She was featured in the Ebony Magazine for the achievement.
Her speaking is genius in helping ignite the gift we all have within. Monique will continue inspiring and motivating individuals to be the very best they can be!
