Raqiyah Mays (born November 11, 1975 in Piscataway, New Jersey) is an author, journalist, radio personality, stepmother, and activist.
Born to a teen mother and domestic abuse survivor, Raqiyah's climb from mastering a speech impediment to being bullied in school, led a shy, insecure, girl into becoming the confident, outspoken, success she is today.
Featured in The Limited clothing store's 2015 nationwide “New Look of Leadership” campaign, she's been chosen and honored as a female leader for her passionate work.