Nebraska Writers Collective

Kara Warner is a published author, and public speaker from Omaha, NE, committed to empowering women and youth struggling with self-esteem, identity, and resilience. She earned a degree in Black Studies and Psychology from the University of Nebraska at Omaha and a Master of Science in Family Life Education from Concordia University. In 2015, she launched initiatives such as the Beauty Is Skin Deep Program, which reshapes perceptions of women of color, and the Black Studies Bootcamp for Youth, providing Black history education. From 2021 to 2023, she worked with Douglas County’s juvenile justice programs, earning the African American Corrections Officer Community Beacon Award in 2020 and recognition from the Nebraska State Legislature. She continues advocating for youth and families through initiatives that promote self-empowerment, heritage, and culture.