My name is Sharell D. Cannady, and I’m the Chief Executive Officer of Docked Ships. I created this space in 2020 for African American women who move through life at full speed—juggling demanding careers, businesses, caregiving roles, and community responsibilities. Docked Ships is for the women who keep it all together on the outside but often feel stretched thin and overlooked on the inside.

Why Docked Ships?

If you’re a high-achieving, over-functioning African American woman, you know what it means to carry the weight of being everyone’s anchor. You push through exhaustion, silence your struggles, and rarely stop to celebrate your wins. I see you because I’ve been you. My experiences and work in mental health taught me that African American women face unique challenges rooted in societal expectations, cultural pressures, and a legacy of resilience passed down through generations.

Our Mission
Docked Ships exists to help women like you take...