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Mar 22 2015

LaKesha Keeps Leaping

LaKesha, a domestic violence survivor, was one of the six women in our very first program in 2008. Today she is an amazing mom, a minister with her church, works in healthcare, and is finishing her BA in healthcare administration. The icing on the cake is that she is completing her training to join … [Read more...]

Written by Dana Bristol-Smith · Categorized: Domestic Violence, Graduate Stories, Inspiration, Public Speaking, Women's Empowerment · Tagged: confidence, domestic violence, inspiration, public speaking, Women's empowerment

Jan 25 2015

Faith to Leap by Sharmaine

It was Jan 12, 2012 and the judge had just sentenced me to a military correctional facility for 50 months. My view of my future was dark and the climate of my destiny was very cold. I remember thinking: How am I going to survive this kind of distance away from my only child? How am I going to … [Read more...]

Written by Dana Bristol-Smith · Categorized: Graduate Stories, Women's Empowerment · Tagged: confidence, grant funding, inspiration, Women's empowerment

Oct 22 2014

Warning Signs of Domestic Abuse

Abusive relationships don’t start out that way. There is attraction, good feelings, and that rush of excitement and possibility. However, there are warning signs to watch for domestic abuse. Jealousy can seem like he cares about you, but can lead to control and isolation. Does he or she need to know … [Read more...]

Written by Dana Bristol-Smith · Categorized: Domestic Violence, Graduate Stories, Video, Women's Empowerment · Tagged: domestic violence, warning signs, Women's empowerment

Oct 16 2014

Respecting Yourself Sounds Like This

How can we prevent domestic violence? One way is to teach others how to treat us. How we treat and respect ourselves shows what we value and what we accept. No one deserves abuse. Believe that you are worthy of love and respect and show and tell others how to treat you. You deserve it. These … [Read more...]

Written by Dana Bristol-Smith · Categorized: Domestic Violence, Graduate Stories, Inspiration, Video, Women's Empowerment

Oct 04 2014

Leap to Success Launches Videos for Domestic Violence Awareness

During October Domestic Violence Awareness month, we will be sharing inspiring stories of women who have left abuse and started new lives. These remarkable women have touched my heart and soul. They've taught me the power of the human spirit, of resilience, healing and love. Please help share this … [Read more...]

Written by Dana Bristol-Smith · Categorized: Domestic Violence, Graduate Stories, Video · Tagged: domestic violence

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