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(financial & products) because these assist the SUCCESS of the Single Moms who attend our events. The Speak Up Empowerment Foundation
Community Engagement Health & Wellness Series kicked off in partnership w/AATCLC & Finishing the Fight. Our initial workshop highlighted the predatory marketing practices that are often used and directed to the African American & BIPOC communities. It was aptly titled, "Why Are You Targeting ME?" and was hosted on Saturday June 7th from 11am to 2pm at the Faithful Central Bible Church Trinity Building, Level A 333 W. Florence Ave - Inglewood, CA 90301 "We Thank You So Much!"
"Thank You" to Finishing the Fight, Ursula Institute, Faithful Central Bible Church, LB Health Department, and Storm Burgers-Inglewood for your support!! Attendees participanted in an eye-opening interactive educational workshop and learned more than they expected. This is knowledge for the entire family - so tell a friend and stay tuned for the next episode... Yes, You Can!
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CONGRATULATIONS
Speak Up Empowerment Foundation, Inc. President! ![]() Commissioner Robbie N. Butler, the Speak Up Empowerment Foundation President was amongst several dignitaries who recently received a 2025 Villager Award from the prestigious AfraGlam Global Village P.r.o.j.e.c.t.s. organization. Thank you Dr. Gloria Willingham-Toure' & team. (www.villageprojects.net)
The Villager Award is presented to individuals who consistently lift others in the village as we climb.
If you attended the 9th Annual Ms. Single Mom Empowerment Forum on April 19, 2025
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A Glance Back at the 2025 Empowerment Forum
Educational & Economic Empowerment to Succeed! Speak UP Empowerment Foundation, Inc., (501.c.3), Sullivan International, and the Long Beach Community Improvement League collaborated on Saturday, April 19, 2025 to host another successful Ms. Single Mom Empowerment Forum at the Long Beach Airport Marriott Hotel.
Event attendees included parents from the Greater Long Beach, LA County, Orange County, and San Diego County communities! |
2025 Community Empowerment Leader Honorees
Lori Barr, Trustee Vivian Malauulu, Paula Wood The 2026 Ms. Single Mom Empowerment Forum
is Saturday, April 18, 2026 Long Beach Airport Marriott | Grand Ballroom Long Beach, CA 90815 Event Details Will Be Announced Soon |
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Our new 2025 community supporter, the Montford Point Marine Association, Chapter 8 made a generous toy donation just in time to make an impressive impact within our service area for the holidays! And, this put smiles on the faces of many happy Single Moms and their children.
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Women Blessing Women invited SUEF, Inc. to participate in their 5th Thanksgiving holiday shopping spree to promote food security for many Single Moms. And, Faithful Central Bible Church hosted the Magic Johnson's Holiday Hope 2023 community food & gift distribution event.
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A Glance Back at the 2023 Empowerment Forum
Focused Forward to Success - In Person! Speak Up Empowerment Foundation, Inc., 501.c.3, continued a longstanding collaboration with Sullivan International and the LBCIL to host the 7th Annual Ms. Single Mom Empowerment Forum on April 22, 2023. Long Beach Mayor Rex Richardson & Assemblyman Mike Gipson stopped by to support the event - and our 2023 CEL Honoree Congresswoman Maxine Waters stayed to give the attendees a photo opportunity!
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A Glance Back at the 2024 Empowerment Forum
Focused on Success! Speak Up Empowerment Foundation, Inc., (501.c.3), Sullivan International, Inc. and LBCIL collaborated on Saturday, April 20, 2024 to host its 8th Annual Ms. Single Mom Empowerment Forum, an anual celebration for Single Moms. And, whatever the question, we had the answers... Yes, You Can! Elevate Your Game!! Just Do It!!!
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A Glance Back at the 2021 Empowerment Forum
An Innovative Hosting Concept! |
A Glance Back at the 2022 Empowerment Forum
Continue to Zoom & Succeed! |
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 because of Covid-19 health concerns. The pre-Mother's Day event was streamed online using the ZOOM platform. The virtual transition increased registration participation and attracted viewers from as faraway as the states of Ohio, Indiana, and Maryland. The program received recognition proclamations from both the Senate and Mayor.
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Speak Up Empowerment Foundation, Inc. collaborated with its primary partners Sullivan International and the Long Beach Community Improvement League to host the 6th Annual Ms. Single Mom Empowerment Forum (virtually) on April 23, 2022. This popular community forum & celebration was live streamed via Zoom from the LB Airport Marriott. Attendees experienced expert speakers; vendors; and numerous cash card & gas card giveaways.
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A Glance Back at the 2018 Empowerment Forum
A Venue Change! Speak Up Empowerment Foundation, Inc. hosted its 3rd Annual Ms. Single Mom Empowerment Forum on April 21, 2018. The program was recognized in the Los Angeles Business Journal; and received a City Proclamation from Long Beach Mayor, Dr. Robert Garcia. The new Ms. Single Mom Mentor Program was also introduced to help attendees get connected!
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A Glance Back at the 2019 Empowerment Forum
Garnered More Support! Speak Up Empowerment Foundation, Inc., Sullivan International and Long Beach Community Improvement League collaborated to host its 4th Annual Ms. Single Mom Empowerment Forum on April 13, 2019, which included breakfast, lunch, and childcare. 30+ attendees signed up to become connected with a seasomed Mentor/Life Coach!
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A Glance Back at the 2016 Inaugural Empowerment Forum
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A Glance Back at the 2017 Empowerment Forum
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The Speak Up Empowerment Foundation, Inc. hosted its Inaugural Annual Ms. Single Mom Empowerment Forum on April 16, 2016. This signature event was presented in conjunction with Sullivan International, Inc., the Human Resource & Employee Development partner to offer mentor opportunities; and, the Long Beach Community Improvement League, to provide 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 on April 22, 2017. The event received a Proclamation from LB Mayor, Dr. Robert Garcia. |