Black Dad and Daughter Collaborate on Children's Book to Change the Narrative of Black Families and Fathers

When her daycare closed during the pandemic in 2020, Kyleigh accompanied her father on important advocacy trips, notably for Ahmaud Arbery's case, which received national attention People began asking, "When are you going to tell this story, Dontaye?"

He founded CMG in 2017, after leading the PR department in the Fulton County DA’s office and working in television news for over a decade

Dontaye Carter, a pioneer in the world of Public Relations and Communications, has teamed up with his five-year-old daughter, Kyleigh, to challenge stereotypes and celebrate Black fatherhood in their new children's book, My Daddy and Me.

As the Founder and Lead Communication Strategist of Carter Media Group (CMG), Dontaye has made significant strides in elevating marginalized voices, including the families of R Kelly's survivors and Ahmaud Arbery His dedication has earned him international recognition, with three prestigious awards from the 26th Annual Communicators Awards.

Throughout Dontaye's journey in PR, politics, and social justice, his daughter, Kyleigh, has been his constant companion.

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Reflecting on fatherhood, Dontaye shares, "There’s been no title that I’m prouder to wear than Dad. Everything that I do comes from a desire to leave this world better for my daughter than what I inherited. However, I’m not the only Black father fighting to protect my family and provide for them As Kyleigh and I sat down to write this book and she told me what she saw in me; it was the same thing I saw in every Black father I encounter day to day. We often feel unseen, unheard, and devalued, but this is an opportunity to add hope, love, and strength to a narrative that is often only seen through the lens of hip-hop and gang life " Dontaye's professional achievements include securing features for his clients in major publications like Time Magazine, New York Times, and BBC.

My Daddy and Me is a heartfelt celebration of Black fathers and their essential role as heroes in their children's lives. Dontaye and Kyleigh aim to shatter stereotypes and showcase the love, strength, and dedication of Black fathers, often overlooked by prevailing narratives When not working, Dontaye serves as the Communications Chair for the Georgia NAACP, actively participates in Kyleigh's school PTO, and contributes to the Board of Directors of CURE Childhood Cancer.

The release date for My Daddy and Me is set for July 28th For more information and to support Dontaye and Kyleigh's vision, visit MyDaddyandMeBook com This book promises to be a powerful addition to children's literature, spotlighting the significance of Black fatherhood and fostering a more inclusive narrative for young readers

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