I am really excited to be a presenter for the upcoming Building Bridges Conference being hosted by the Sexual Violence Center in Minnesota on November 20, 2024. The following is an excerpt taken from promotional material regarding my presentation. Be sure to visit their website to learn more about the conference, scholarship opportunities, and the organization as a whole.
“In “Building Resilience and Restoration: Maintaining Wellness Strategies to Thrive”, Joyce Kyles of Joyce Kyles Consulting guides attendees through survivor-centered wellness and resilience strategies. Explore both traditional and innovative methods to establish survivor trust and support holistic success. Network with peers, share strategies, and leave with tangible resources to support your wellness goals. Be part of this journey at the Building Bridges Conference 2024!” November 20, 2024 Mystic Lake Casino Hotel, Prior Lake Register at:sexualviolencecenter.org
The University of South Florida’s Black Women in Medicine is hosting a public event to address sexual assault. I am one of two presenters for this virtual public forum. The time is 7:30pm to 9:00pm EST time. Please feel free to share this with others and join us for this very timely discussion.
I had the absolute pleasure of being the Keynote speaker for this year’s Project STAND event. Project STAND is an annual fundraising event designed to provide awareness and resources to victims/survivors of domestic violence and the community at large. I’ve been fortunate to attend almost every year. And, our nonprofit organization, Walking Into A New Life, Inc., has benefited from the proceeds of the event. This year, I was privileged with the task of being the Keynote speaker.
In my address, I wanted to make sure attendees understood the importance of giving, being a good servant leader and being mindful of the language they use when addressing victims of abuse. I also stressed the importance of seeking help, counseling and trusting the judicial system. Among other things, talked about not simply encouraging survivors to just leave an abusive relationship without a plan, as that plan will help to determine when and how they can do it safely.
As always, we had a great time! Food, fun, fellowship and outstanding entertainment. If you didn’t attend this year, I suggest you make plans to come out NEXT year.
As we continue to recognize October as National Domestic Violence Awareness month, I am reminded of one of the single biggest questions I’m asked, Why Doesn’t She Leave? I decided to write a few of my thoughts and submit them to The Memphis Flyer. I’m pleased to share my thoughts were featured in this week’s Viewpoint section of their newspaper. I am hopeful that those who read it will find it to provide a more intimate look at the barriers individuals affected by domestic violence are facing. I also hope it inspires others to become more involved in establishing and maintaining solutions to help our brothers and sisters who need help, support, guidance and resources.
Girls Night Out began six years ago at the Whitehaven Library. One of the directors, Donna Windham, reached out to me and asked if I’d be one of the facilitators. She felt domestic violence was a topic that needed to be addressed among young ladies, especially the teens. I agreed to participate. I thoroughly enjoyed myself and learned some great information from the attendees and the other agency presenter.
The following year, I was asked to come back. This time, I would be the sole presenter. Again, I agreed and again, I had a great time interacting with the attendees. I’m honored to say this year will mark six years of me serving in this capacity. It is extremely important that we continue to bring awareness about domestic violence, encourage our young people to make healthy and informed choices and guide their plans and purpose in a positive way. I do hope you’ll make plans to join us, share the information and bring as many young ladies with you as you can.
I am really excited to be a presenter for the upcoming Building Bridges Conference being hosted by the Sexual Violence Center in Minnesota on November 20, 2024. The following is an excerpt taken from promotional material regarding my presentation. Be sure to visit their website to learn more about the conference, scholarship opportunities, and the organization as a whole.
