As a passionate advocate for children affected by abuse and trauma, I lead several initiatives to speak for the silenced voices and ensure these children's experiences and needs are clearly heard and addressed.
Speaking:
I serve as a voice for children who have suffered abuse and trauma, delivering my message of hope and healing to diverse audiences including civic and community organizations, boards, church groups, and schools. As a keynote speaker for fundraising and other events, I seek to motivate listeners to action. After each presentation, survivors—both children and adults—often thank me for shining a light on their stories. This responsibility and opportunity fuel my commitment. If my message would resonate with your organization, please contact me to discuss speaking opportunities here!
Strategic Partnerships with ANCAC:
As the official State Ambassador for the Alabama Network of Children's Advocacy Centers (ANCAC), I am collaborating directly with the Executive Director on several projects. I also educate the community concerning these vital, nonprofit agencies and their comprehensive services for abuse survivors and their families. To discover the life- changing impact of Child Advocacy Centers (CACs) in Alabama, click here. And to visit the national organization, click here.
Legislative Advocacy:
I am spearheading initiatives with legislators to strengthen and expand laws allowing traumatized children to testify via video or zoom. The critical reform protects vulnerable young witnesses from the additional trauma of facing their abusers in court - an environment that can compromise their testimony due to fear and intimidation. The desired result is to create a safer space for children to share their experiences truthfully.
Additionally, I am working to secure increased government funding for Child Advocacy Centers across Alabama. These organizations currently receive only 33% of their operating budget from government sources, forcing them to divert precious resources to fundraising. With needed funding increases, these centers can focus on their mission of providing free counseling and comprehensive support services that can transform the healing journey for abuse survivors and their families.
Media:
My advocacy extends through media partnerships, including multiple television news appearances, magazine features, newspaper articles, and digital publications that spotlight issues facing child abuse survivors. I maintain a dynamic social media presence focused on abuse prevention, education, and supporting resources, reaching thousands with actionable information. View examples of some of this media coverage here.
Children's Book Series - Evie and Jaggy:
My Evie and Jaggy book series seeks to use child-centered stories and visual supports to help children understand and navigate challenging situations, such as the unfamiliar advocacy center environment. Expected completion January 2026. More information coming soon!
