Sacia Burgess
What makes Sacia Wildly Capable?
Sacia is the chair person for the Social Action Committee for the Oklahoma City Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta, Sorority Inc. She relentlessly builds programming that supports leadership, advocacy, and empowerment to affect social change and public policy. SHANNON MUSE
Who is the biggest influence in your life? Why?
My biggest influence would hands-down be my mother. My father passed when I was seven years old, and my mom didn’t miss a beat. I admire her mental and physical strength to endure tough times. She is the epitome of a Godly women who always has a positive outlook on life regardless of the situation. As an educator and former principal, she gave me a first-hand view of what dedication and servant leadership looks like.
What’s been the biggest obstacle in your life so far?
As an attorney, one of my biggest academic obstacles was studying for the bar exam. On a personal level, my hardest obstacle has been serving as a caregiver for my aunt and grandmother who have now both passed. Witnessing those you love decline in health definitely takes a toll on you mentally, physically, and spiritually. Although both of theses obstacles are in the past, I know I was only able to overcome them with the help of the Lord.
One year from today, how do you hope you’re different?
I hope to be a mother, or at least on my way to being one. As a new wife, I am still trying to manage this role. Knowing how to achieve work-life balance without losing myself while doing it can be difficult. I hope I am different because I have learned to implement better time management and show more grace to myself when I miss the mark that I have internally created.
What’s the single biggest problem you’d like to solve in your community?
The biggest problem I would like to solve in my community is political apathy in our younger generations. Unfortunately, there has been a disconnect in communicating the power of one vote. While engaging with high school students I have noticed disregard for political process, and although solving this problem will be difficult, it is my duty to at least try.
What’s the best advice you’ve ever received?
My grandmother always told me a closed mouth doesn’t get fed. Therefore, I always ask for what I want. The worst thing you can receive is a “no,” which often serves as a catalyst to ultimately obtain your “yes.”
