[1] Her recognition was widespread, including awards from the National Association for the Advancement of Colored People (NAACP), Rosie's Place, the Museum of Afro-American History, and Action for Boston Community Development (ABCD).
Her mother, Annie Bell Bomar King, was involved in the distinguished civil rights activities of Melnea Cass.
She led various projects centered on voter education and registration, in addition to supporting welfare programs in housing, rights and advocacy.
[5] In 1968 that Shaw made her first television appearance on Say Brother (now known as Basic Black), a public affairs broadcast by Ray Richardson.
Shaw strived to oust prevalent racial stereotypes by featuring special reports that emphasized contributions made by minorities in Massachusetts.