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The 4th Annual CFLS Visible Voices Fundraiser will be held virtually on Thursday, September 23, 2021. Through the lens of survivors we will take our guests on a journey of exploration. You will see through the eyes of a woman who has overcome adversity and has thrived in spite.
She didn't know it was domestic violence because abuse was the norm in her community, and today she runs her own nonprofit to help mothers and children heal from violence.
She was sex trafficked at a young age and ended up incarcerated for it, and today she advocates for other incarcerated survivors.
She lived through early childhood abuse, incarceration, and battling the foster system, and today she is an HIV educator in her community.
At the 4th Annual CFLS Visible Voices Fundraiser, we will take you on a journey through stories of resilience, courage, and empowerment. Meet women of the CFLS Speakers Bureau as we weave together their accounts from domestic violence and prison to rising against the odds. We are all connected to the reality of women's experiences. Join us to learn how you can support women who have rebuilt and how they inspire us all.
Izuo-Ere “Mimi” Digifa became her own savior in her darkest moments. She shares her story of immigration, incarceration, and relationship pressure to inspire her audiences to become their own saviors. Mimi is the founder and CEO of the Flolango cosmetic line, the author of the Izuo-(Savior) book of poetry, and a graduate of the Georgetown Pivot Program.
J’Mia Edwards is an advocate for healthcare improvement in her community. She seeks to educate her audiences about the importance of mental and physical healthcare, particularly around HIV/AIDs. J’Mia is an activist in the HIV/AIDs field and is the proud mother of four children.
Rebecca Hamilton is a sex trafficking survivor and formerly incarcerated woman. She shares her story to highlight the ways that the US criminal legal system fails sex trafficking survivors, and she hopes to create a restorative system rather than a punitive one.
Khadija Jones was a foster care youth who rose above statistics, labels, and stereotypes. By day, you can find her managing rental properties in the nation’s Capital while simultaneously educating, encouraging, and inspiring women to speak up and tell their stories. Khadija received her BA from Morgan State University and is an activist and advocate for young mothers experiencing barriers. She is also a doula/lactation consultant and Certified Property Manager.
Ashley McSwain is the Executive Director for Community Family Life Services. She is also adjunct faculty for Catholic University’s Graduate School of Social Work and is licensed to practice Social Work in Maryland and the District of Columbia. Ashley holds a Master of Social Work from Temple University, a Master of Organizational Development from American University, and a Bachelor’s in Criminal Justice from Temple University.
Beverly Smith-Brown has channeled her experiences with homelessness and addiction into becoming a transformative force in her community. She is the founder of Momma’s Safe Haven and the author of He Kept Me, a story of triumph in the face of homelessness, domestic violence, and community violence.
Please tell me more about Community Family Life Services.
Since 1969, Community Family Life Services has provided children, families, and adults with the tools and resources needed to move beyond poverty and homelessness. CFLS supports women who are returning home following a period of incarceration by assisting them as they move into permanent self-sufficiency. Amidst this unprecedented pandemic, our primary focus has been to keep our community safe, while continuing to find the best ways to serve the everyday essential needs of our clients.
I want to support your work in a bigger way. How do I become a sponsor?
Please contact Melanie Bates at mbates@cflsdc.org
What will you do with the money you're raising?
Money raised from this event will go directly to our services for reentry women, homeless families, and survivors of domestic violence. Our event speakers are a direct representation of the work we do: we are deeply connected to the women we serve, and we are taking an innovative approach to improving reentry services.
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