Royal Table Talk By: La Toyia Conway-Hampton

IMPACT Podcast Episode 4: Navigating Family, Finances, and Safety During the Holidays

In this heartfelt episode of "Community Intervention and Prevention", La Toyia Conway-Hampton discusses the challenging increase in violence that can accompany the holiday season. Drawing from her experience in violence prevention, she explores the factors that contribute to this rise, including financial stress, substance use, and the pressures of holiday gatherings. La Toyia shares personal insights, particularly on the grief of losing loved ones and the importance of emotional resilience during the holidays. She urges listeners to seek community resources, avoid overspending, and prioritize mental health. The episode closes with a reminder about the dangers of domestic violence and a call to seek help for those affected.

SHE Navigators Podcast Episode 7: The Importance of Icebreaker Meetings in Foster Care

In this insightful episode, La Toyia Conway-Hampton, host of the "SHE Navigates Child Welfare podcast," discusses the essential role of the "icebreaker" meeting in the foster care process. La Toyia highlights the importance of bringing birth parents, foster parents, social workers, and children together shortly after a child’s placement to ensure a smoother transition. The icebreaker meeting helps facilitate understanding of the child’s unique needs, preferences, and routines, enabling caregivers to provide more consistent and compassionate care. La Toyia shares personal experiences and emphasizes how open communication benefits both the child and family members.

SHE Navigators Podcast Episode 6: A Journey to Healing: Carla Hernandez's Story of Survival and Resilience

Carla Hernandez shares her transformative journey from trauma and addiction to healing and empowerment. Through struggles with domestic violence, recovery from substance abuse, and the fight to regain custody of her children, Carla reflects on the pivotal moments and people, like Mrs. La Toyia, who guided her along the way. She opens up about facing past traumas, building healthy coping mechanisms, and finding strength for herself and her children. Carla’s story is a powerful testament to resilience, the importance of support systems, and the courage it takes to break cycles and seek a brighter future.

IMPACT Podcast Episode 3: Overcoming Through Transformation: Daunyae Monique’s Story of Resilience

Daunyae Monique, a transformation coach and behavior specialist, shares her personal journey of resilience through the lens of domestic violence, including a near-death experience that opened her path toward transformation. She reflects on how growing up surrounded by abuse shaped her understanding of her worth and the importance of a renewed mindset. Daunyae delivers a powerful spoken-word poem emphasizing healing, empowerment, and the strength she draws from her faith. This video is a compelling message of hope and a testament to the power of self-transformation in overcoming painful pasts.

She Navigators Podcast Episode 5: Finding Light Beyond Darkness with Heather the Feather: A Journey of Resilience and Faith

In this heartfelt conversation, Heather, affectionately known as "Heather the Feather," shares her deeply personal journey of leaving an abusive relationship, navigating the hardships of the foster care system, and fighting to reunite with her daughter. She reflects on the pivotal support of La Toyia Conway-Hampton, a mentor and "second mom" whose presence brought hope and strength during a challenging time. Heather's story is a testament to faith, resilience, and the unwavering belief that one's past does not dictate their future. She encourages others to trust in a brighter tomorrow and find hope beyond even the darkest moments.

IMPACT Podcast Episode 2: Ruby’s Journey from Domestic Violence to New Beginnings

Ruby shares her courageous journey as a survivor of domestic violence. From confusion and fear to finding the strength to take her life back, Ruby talks about the pivotal moments that helped her break free. With the support of mentors like Miss Shawna and Miss Latoya, she learned to understand and channel her anger, and she took the brave step of seeking divorce to end the cycle of abuse. Ruby reflects on how faith played a crucial role in her journey, helping her believe in herself and recognize her worth.
After a heartfelt prayer asking for positivity, she unexpectedly found love and respect with a new partner who values her deeply. Surrounded by a community of strong women, Ruby now draws inspiration from them to continue helping others. Her message is one of gratitude for God and the importance of never giving up. This moving story is a testament to the power of faith, resilience, and the support of a loving community. Tune in to feel inspired and uplifted by Ruby’s journey to a new beginning.

She Navigators Podcast Episode 4: Speaker Michelle Fletcher

This heartfelt video takes you on a deeply personal journey of self-realization, growth, and resilience in the face of domestic violence. The speaker reflects on the stages of life – from living in a facade, to a breakthrough of understanding self-worth, to ultimately reclaiming purpose and direction. Through faith and community, they emphasize the power of spiritual healing and the importance of not giving up. It's a raw and inspiring message of perseverance, accountability, and finding strength in God and a supportive sisterhood. The video encourages viewers to keep fighting for themselves and their children, equipped with the tools to break the cycle of abuse and build a better future. Don't miss this moving testimony of hope, strength, and the unbreakable spirit of survival.

IMPACT Podcast Episode 1: Speaker Shawna Mills

Meet Shawna Mills!This powerful video sheds light on the hidden reality of domestic violence and intimate partner abuse, breaking the misconception that it has a single face or identity. With an uplifting message of self-discovery, self-awareness, and the transformative power of self-love, the speaker challenges viewers to reclaim their worth and refuse to settle for anything less than respect. This is a heartfelt reminder that true strength comes from within, and by loving ourselves first, we can build unshakeable foundations for future relationships. Watch now for a message of empowerment, resilience, and the bold affirmation that you are more than enough.

RTT Episode 33: Meet Chelsy Rouse, Speaker at the 2024 The SHE Experience Symposium

My name is Chelsy Rouse. I am very outgoing. I persevere through hard times I would consider myself a survivor. I am proud of what I came from. I believe you can never stop growing, and I always look forward to the next adventure that life brings.Stay tuned to hear her story!

She Navigators Podcast Episode 3: Understanding DCFS & Their Role in Protecting Children

Explore the history, federal laws, and the pivotal role of the Department of Children and Family Services in safeguarding the well-being of children.