Diamond's House - Stop Domestic Abuse Awareness Workshop was a success! It was a day of caring, sharing and the beginning of healing for many. Everyone was presented with purple ribbons as they arrived to signify that they are against domestic violence. The powerful presenters really empowered the audience as they delivered presentations on the the following topics: 3T's- Time, Trust and Testimony (Baron Howard), Toxic Relationships (Liletta Thompson), We All Are Defective (Chris Barnes), Woman Against Violence (Diana Chappell-Lewis), Be Aware Of Your Surroundings (Katrina Riddick) and Trusting Your Intuition (Linda Kinchley). The audience was also empowered by poetry, poems and mime. Amy Velazquez, delivered a powerful message, "Sorry, I Love You" and Elora Artis also delivered a powerful message through the poem, "I Got Flowers Today" and 9 year old Malique Hawkins, perform an amazing mime performance to Kirk Franklin's song "Smile".
There was candid dialogue among the group and the presentators. It was a Domestic Abuse Awareness Workshop...however, this event touched on so many areas and everyone was able to leave with great take-aways. It was an empowering experience overall for everyone!
Domestic violence causes far more pain than the visible marks of scars or bruises. It's devasting to be abused by someone that you love and who you think loved you back. For every victim who thinks no one understands there are thousands who not only understands, but share in your pain and sorrow. Always remember that you are not ALONE! www.thehotline.org
Like a flower, bloom into the beauty of you...petal by petal. Break the SLIENCE! STOP the VIOLENCE! You are a pecious gem!
www.diamondshouse.org, www.keepelevatingyourself.com
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