Speak Up Empowerment Foundation, Inc.
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Our Annual
Ms. Single Mom Empowerment Forum
is an absolutely amazing experience!


We will see you at our next event on
​April 20, 2024...Yes, You Can!! 

We Celebrate Your Diligent Dedicated Determination to Succeed!!




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Your company's financial & product donations
assist the ​SUCCESS of Single Moms
​who attend all of our SUEF, Inc. events. 



 WHAT'S COMING NEXT???
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Health & Wellness Workshop Series
More Details Soon!

The SUEF, Inc. outreach team is excited to announce that we are coordinating with our community partners to offer a series of health & wellness workshops for single moms and all of our neighbors. As we confirm the details, we will share more information on how to register, dates, times, and workshop sites... Stay tuned! ​​​For more info: 888.899.9901.




 2023 Ms. Single Mom Empowerment Forum 
We Focused Forward to Success - In Person Again!

Saturday, April 22, 2023
LB Airport Marriott Grand Ballroom | ​Long Beach, CA 90815
The Speak UP Empowerment Foundation, Inc., 501.c.3, was very excited to continue its longstanding collaboration with Sullivan International and the Long Beach Community Improvement League to host the 7th Annual Ms. Single Mom Empowerment Forum on Saturday, April 22, 2023.  ​​​​Our popular community celebration returned to the Long Beach Airport Marriott in the Grand Ballroom. Event attendees experienced expert speakers, great vendor products, and wonderful giveaways. We provided lunch, complimentary childcare, and great swag bags. And, our 2023 Community Empowerment Leader Honorees were saluted: Ms. Evelyn Knight, *Ms. Tammi Mac, and Congresswoman Maxine Waters.
*(unable to appear).

2023 Keynote Speakers/Moderator:
Ms. Stacey Lewis, Port of Long Beach (Retired) - Opening
Ms. Sharon Sharp, Certified Project Manager - Moderator
Ms. Courtney Stanton, E. 105th St. Christian Church - Closing  

​A Glance Back at April 2023!

2023 Panel Speakers:
Dr. Dedra Beckles, Divinely Restored Health & Wellness
Ms. Karen Balumbu- Bennett, Karen the Therapist Services
Ms. Tonya Haynes, Phoenix Business Development

Ms. Alison King, City of Long Beach Housing Authority


The 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. and
Long Beach Community Improvement League.

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Our program offers the following amenities:
​~Expert Speakers on a Variety of Topics~
Q & A w/Speakers 
~ 3-Course Lunch  
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Giveaways ~ Complimentary Childcare~
~Relaxing ​Pamper Center~ 
Mentor Program~



2022 Empowerment Forum
​
Continued the Zoom to Succeed!
Saturday, April 23, 2022 - Virtual
LB Airport Marriott Grand Ballroom |  LB, CA 90815
A Glance at 2022!
Speak Up Empowerment Foundation, Inc. collaborated with partners 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; vendors; and numerous cash card & gas card giveaways. ​Lunch & Swag bags were available after the event at the hotel parking lot. ​
2021 Empowerment Forum
​
ZOOM Meeting - An innovative way of hosting!
Saturday, April 24, 2021 - Virtual
LB Airport Marriott Grand Ballroom |  LB, CA 90815
A Glance at 2021!
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 state of Maryland. The program received both Senate and Mayoral recognitions. 
The 2020 Ms. Single Mom Empowerment Forum was postponed due to the health concerns posed by Covid-19


2019 Empowerment Forum
​
Continued to Garner Community Support!

2018 Empowerment Forum
Introduced Its New Venue
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Saturday, April 13, 2019
Long Beach Airport Marriott Grand Ballroom | LB, CA
​A Glance at 2019!
Saturday, April 21, 2018
Long Beach Airport Marriott Grand Ballroom | LB, CA
A Glance at 2018!
The Speak UP Empowerment Foundation, Inc., collaborated with Sullivan International and the Long Beach Community Improvement League on its 4th Annual Ms. Single Mom Empowerment Forum on April 13, 2019.  ​The event 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 was launched to get you connected! 


2016 Empowerment Forum
Exceeded Expectations!

2017  Empowerment Forum
Received 1st Mayoral Proclamation!

​​Saturday, April 16, 2016
Holiday Inn Conference Center, Long Beach, CA 90815
Saturday, April 22, 2017
Holiday Inn Conference Center, Long Beach, CA 90815
A Glance at 2016 Inaugural Event! 
A Glance at 2017!

The Speak Up Empowerment Foundation, Inc. hosted its inaugural Signature Event, the "Ms. Single Mom Empowerment Forum" on April 16, 2016 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:
Always remember that 
​"Yes, You Can!"
and now it's time to
"Elevate Your Game!"

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The tech team is busy making updates to our product store. Stay tuned because it will be ready soon and then you can purchase the Ms. Single Mom books and all of our other products online directly from our website!!
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  • Signature Event
    • Sponsor Info
  • About SUEF
    • President's Message
    • Our Team
    • Contact
    • Media
  • Mentor Program
  • Community Empowerment Leader Honorees