About

My Journey

Growing up as a dark-skinned Black American, I was consistently teased — people used to call me "African" like it was a curse word. For a long time, I despised my culture, my heritage, my skin, and Africa as a whole. Everything changed in 2016, when I gave my life to Christ. The first thing the Lord asked me to do was “Find my people” — and that’s exactly what I set out to do. You can read more about that journey, and how to begin your own without losing yourself along the way, in How to Find Your Roots Without Losing Yourself.

If someone had told me 15 years ago that I would become a Genealogy Strategist, helping people navigate their personal ancestry, and that I would build a ministry rooted in storytelling and legacy, I would have laughed and said, “No way!”

Osisi & Co.

“Osisi” means tree in Igbo, symbolizing roots, growth, and legacy — the heart of everything I do. What began as creating handmade African-print baby bibs has grown into a space for storytelling, ancestry research, and reflection. Today, I help people reconnect with their past, preserve family stories, and reclaim narratives that shape their lives. Through writing, research, and community, I guide individuals in remembering, healing, and sharing their histories with care.

This space is for anyone who wants to preserve their heritage, explore ancestry, or tell their story — whether through books, devotionals, courses, or conversation. Every project here is rooted in care, intention, and a love for legacy.

If you would like me to help with your own family history, you can see everything I offer on my Work With Me page.

— Victoria Carlos