Growing up, our mom shared with us the basic tenants of her life – no one is better than you, education is paramount, and asking questions can break barriers. She always wanted people to do their best and work hard to live up to their potential. Most of all, she was humble. In fact, some people who have known her for years, including friends and family, were just as shocked to find out the extent of her career because of how little she bragged about herself.

Katherine Johnson was more than a character in a movie. She was also a teacher, a sorority sister, a mentor, a devoted daughter, a loving wife, a sister, a cousin, an aunt, a friend. To us, she’s Mom. We carry on her legacy as a family and continue to share her inspirational story with people all over the world.

 – Joylette Hylick & Katherine Moore