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48 Big And Small Actions That Can Help You Unleash Your Greatness
This may be the best time in history to be a Black woman. In celebration of our anniversary month, we’ve singled out 48 actions that can lead us to health and happiness. Read more...
Dr. LaKeesha Walrond Used Her Childhood Sexual Abuse To Inspire A Children’s Book “My Body Is Special”
For most of us, growing up in the Black church, we know that certain topics are “off limits.” Too taboo to touch. Sadly, those are the same areas that are plaguing the people in the pews the most. Read more...
How This Harlem Pastor Is Broadening The Conversation On Sexual Violence
"This book is not just helping children, it’s helping adults heal." Read more...
How This Harlem Pastor Is Broadening The Conversation On Sexual Violence
"This book is not just helping children, it’s helping adults heal." Read more...
How To Talk To Kids About Sexual Abuse
"#MeToo": Hear from those speaking out against sexual assault, harassment
The Journey with Pastor Mike
Rev. LaKeesha Walrond discusses solutions on WPIX
Dr. Lakeesha Walrond
Educator, innovator, and game changer, LaKeesha Walrond is one of the most sought after speakers in the nation. Her reach extends from several Christian denominations, public and charter schools, colleges and universities, to global missions in India, South Africa, South Korea, Canada and the Caribbean. In September, 2017, she will launch Let’s Talk About It, a book series focused on the prevention of and recovery from sexual abuse for children. ‘My Body is Special,’ is the first book of a six part series that helps children understand the importance of taking ownership of their bodies. These books hope to open the lines of communication between adults and children on challenging subjects considered ‘taboo’ by many.
Dr. Walrond earned degrees from Spelman College, Union Theological Seminary, and the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. She currently serves as the Executive Pastor at First Corinthian Baptist Church .She hopes to improve the lives of children and empower the lives of women to the benefit of all humanity.
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