Meet Jasmine Robinson: Founder of Collegiate Mom Coalition

By Laura Onyeneho Jasmine Robinson’s journey from teen mom to founder of the Collegiate Mom Coalition is nothing short of extraordinary. The odds were stacked against her, but she defied expectations, shattered stereotypes, and created a movement championing the potential of student mothers. What began as a single pageant to offer scholarships to mothers in college has evolved into a powerful nonprofit organization that is changing lives, challenging societal norms, and inspiring a generation of women to dream big and break through barriers. As a Prairie View A&M University graduate, the spark that ignited her mission came during a moment of exclusion that could have broken her spirit. Jasmine Robinson graduated from Prairie View A&M University with her Bachelor of Science in Architecture in 2012 and received her Master of Community Development in 2013. Credit: Collegiate Mom Coalition “I wanted to compete in the Prairie View University pageant,” Robinson said. “When you win, you get a scholarship, a full wardrobe, and the chance to represent the university.” However, she was met with disheartening news. “I was pulled aside and told I couldn’t compete because I had children.” The news stung and was compounded by stipulations against being married, divorced, or...