2022 Ms. Single Mom Empowerment Forum
We Were Virtual - Online via Zoom!
We Were Virtual - Online via Zoom!
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Saturday, April 23, 2022
Long Beach Airport Marriott Grand Ballroom, Long Beach, CA Speak UP Empowerment Foundation, Inc., 501c3, collaborated with Sullivan International and the Long Beach Community Improvement League to host its 6th Annual Ms. Single Mom Empowerment Forum virtually on April 23, 2022. This popular cutting edge community forum & celebration was live streamed via Zoom from the LB Airport Marriott. Attendees experienced expert speakers; vendor presentations; and numerous cash card & gas card giveaways. Lunch & Swag bags were picked up after the event at the hotel parking lot. |
Our 2022 Event... At a Glance!
We'll see you on April 22, 2023 - in person again!
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Ms. Single Mom Empowerment Forum:
This annual celebration demonstrates our strong commitment to provide Single Moms access to useful community resources, educational services, and increased economic opportunities. Our principal partners are Sullivan International, Inc. & Long Beach Community Improvement League. |
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2021 Ms. Single Mom Empowerment Forum
We Focused Forward - A Milestone Celebration! Saturday April 24, 2021
ONLINE ZOOM Meeting The Speak UP Empowerment Foundation, Inc. (501.c.3) had to think on its feet and reimage the 5th Annual Ms. Single Mom Empowerment Forum on Saturday April 24, 2021. Our pre-Mother's Day event was streamed online using the ZOOM platform because of Covid-19 health concerns. The virtual transition increased registration participation and attracted viewers from as faraway as the state of Maryland. Attendees received the usual inspiration and information delivered by a group of dynamic expert speakers, and connections to business creation and employment opportunities were also shared. This cutting edge program received both Senate and Mayoral recognitions. We all look forward to seeing you again next year... and don't forget to tell a friend!!
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**It was a brand new innovative way of doing things in 2021... Virtually!
However, the Lunch certificates, Gift swag bags, and incredible gift card giveaways were still available!
Our 2021 Virtual Event!
Gift bags, meal certificates, and prizes were picked up following the event at LB Airport Marriott parking lot - 4700 Airport Plaza Drive - Long Beach, CA 90815.
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2019 Empowerment Forum
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2018 Empowerment Forum
Introduced Its New Venue! |
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Saturday, April 13, 2019
A Glance at 2019!
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Saturday, April 21, 2018
A Glance at 2018!
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The Speak UP Empowerment Foundation, Inc., 501c3, collaborated with Sullivan International and the Long Beach Community Improvement League on its 4th Annual Ms. Single Mom Empowerment Forum at the LB Airport Marriott Grand Ballroom on April 13, 2019.
The community forum drew 200+ attendees; Breakfast, lunch, and childcare were included. 30+ attendees connected with a Mentor/Life Coach... Yes, They Did! |
On April 21, 2018, the Speak UP Empowerment Foundation, Inc. hosted its 3rd Annual Ms. Single Mom Empowerment Forum. The program was recognized in the Los Angeles Business Journal; and also received a City of Long Beach Proclamation from Mayor Dr. Robert Garcia.
The Ms. Single Mom Mentor Program will get you connected! (See our Mentor Program Page)
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2016 Empowerment Forum
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2017 Empowerment Forum
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Saturday, April 16, 2016
Holiday Inn Conference Center, Long Beach, CA |
Saturday, April 22, 2017
Holiday Inn Conference Center, Long Beach, CA |
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A Glance at Our 2016 Inaugural Event!
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A Glance at 2017!
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The Speak Up Empowerment Foundation, Inc. hosted its inaugural Signature Event, the "Ms. Single Mom Empowerment Forum" on April 16, 2016. The event was hosted in conjunction with Sullivan International, Inc., our HR & Employee Development partner to offer mentor matching opportunities; and, the LB Community Improvement League, to offer complimentary childcare. |
Ms. Robbie Butler of Speak UP Empowerment Foundation, Inc., in conjunction with Ms. Barbara Sullivan-George of Sullivan International and Dr. Farah Khaleghi of Long Beach Community Improvement League, hosted the 2nd Annual Ms. Single Mom Empowerment Forum April 22, 2017. The event received a City Proclamation from Long Beach Mayor Robert Garcia. |
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Dear Ms. Single Mom:
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Receive a FREE copy of “Ms. Single Mom – Yes, You Can!” authored by Robbie Butler.
(The book is complimentary when you attend the Empowerment Forum in-person!) The book's focus is Education, Encouragement, and Empowerment – a movement to remind ALL Single Moms that “Yes, You Can!” – even when the odds say No, You Can’t.
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Community Empowerment Leaders
The empowerment forum salutes various outstanding Community Empowerment Leaders each year.
They are everyday individuals, professionals, and politicians from the community who speak up and speak out to ensure that women are continuously empowered to succeed in a plethora of ways - and it's our honor to acknowledge their effort.
They are everyday individuals, professionals, and politicians from the community who speak up and speak out to ensure that women are continuously empowered to succeed in a plethora of ways - and it's our honor to acknowledge their effort.
"Our Gallery of Honorees"
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2022 Honorees:
Supervisor Janice Hahn, LA Board of Supervisors - 4th District Dr. "Sweet" Alice Harris, Community Leader and Activist Dr. Gloria Willingham-Toure, The Village P.r.o.j.e.c.t.s. |
2020/21 Honorees:
Ms. Lena Cole Dennis, Community Leader and Activist California Senator Lena Gonzalez, State Senate 33rd District Ms. Ivy Arlinda Goolsby, International Realty & Investments Dr. Rosie Milligan, Black Writers On Tour |
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