More About the Signature Annual Ms. Single Mom Empowerment Forum
This annual celebration demonstrates the Speak Up Empowerment Foundation's strong commitment to creating an impact by providing single parents, especially Single Moms, access to critical community resources, higher educational services, and increased economic opportunities. Our longstanding principal partners are Sullivan International, Inc. and the Long Beach Community Improvement League.
And, we sincerely welcome additional partnerships to strengthen our organization's outreach in support of SUEF's dynamic programs!
This annual celebration demonstrates the Speak Up Empowerment Foundation's strong commitment to creating an impact by providing single parents, especially Single Moms, access to critical community resources, higher educational services, and increased economic opportunities. Our longstanding principal partners are Sullivan International, Inc. and the Long Beach Community Improvement League.
And, we sincerely welcome additional partnerships to strengthen our organization's outreach in support of SUEF's dynamic programs!
Don't Forget... Mark Your Calendar & Save the Date
It's the 10th Annual
Ms. Single Mom Empowerment Forum
Saturday April 18, 2026 - 10 am to 3pm
It's the 10th Annual
Ms. Single Mom Empowerment Forum
Saturday April 18, 2026 - 10 am to 3pm
Celebrating a Decade of Promoting & Empowering Success!
Long Beach Airport Marriott
Grand Ballroom | Long Beach, CA 90815
Long Beach Airport Marriott
Grand Ballroom | Long Beach, CA 90815
The Speak UP Empowerment Foundation, Inc., (501.c.3), Sullivan International, and the Long Beach Community Improvement League are excited to host the upcoming tenth annual Ms. Single Mom Empowerment Forum on Saturday April 18, 2026 at the Long Beach Airport Marriott Hotel, in the Grand Ballroom. Single parent residents, especially Single Moms in the Greater Long Beach, Los Angeles County, San Bernadino County, Orange County, and San Diego County communities are all welcome and invited to attend... don't forget to tell a friend!
Keep scrolling down to take a quick look back at previous Ms. Single Mom Empowerment Forum events
- up close and personal, in pictures.
- up close and personal, in pictures.
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Our cutting-edge annual community celebration of single parents and unwavering support of their road to success has experienced a consistent growth pattern. This journey began in April 2016 with our initial program event, and the outreach numbers have steadily trekked upwards.
Our annual MSMEF program's evolvment reflects an audience expansion that now includes single parents from as far north as the Antelope Valley, as far northeast as San Bernadino County, as far east as Orange County, and as far south as San Diego County. And, the really good thing is that we still have a seat at the table, in the room, reserved just for you! The event sponsors range from major corporations and philanthropic organizations to local political entities to private donors... and we encourage others to partner also. Please feel free to also share our program's info with your family, friends, neighbors, co-workers, church members or anyone else who can benefit from it... Yes, You Can! |
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!
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A Glance Back at the 2023 Empowerment Forum
Focused Forward to Success - In Person! The Speak Up Empowerment Foundation, Inc., LBCIL, and Sullivan International hosted its 7th Annual Ms. Single Mom Empowerment Forum on Apr 22, 2023. Mayor Rex Richardson & Assemblyman Mike Gipson stopped by - and 2023 CEL Honoree Congresswoman Maxine Waters stayed for photos!
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A Glance Back at the 2024 Empowerment Forum
Focused on Success! Sat, Apr 20, 2024, Speak Up Empowerment Foundation, Inc., Sullivan International, Inc., and LBCIL hosted the 8th Annual Ms. Single Mom Empowerment Forum. 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! |
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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 event was streamed online using ZOOM, and the virtual transition increased registration participation and attracted viewers from as faraway as the states of Ohio, Indiana, and Maryland. It received proclamations from the Senate and Mayor.
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Speak Up Empowerment Foundation, Inc., and its partners collaborated to virtually host the 6th Annual Ms. Single Mom Empowerment Forum on Apr 23, 2022. The popular empowerment forum was live streamed via Zoom from the LB Airport Marriott. Attendees enjoyed expert speakers; vendors; and numerous cash card & gas card giveaways.
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The 2020 Ms. Single Mom Empowerment Forum was postponed - due to health concerns posed by Covid-19
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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 LA Business Journal; and received a City Proclamation from LB Mayor, Dr. Robert Garcia. The Ms. Single Mom Mentor Program was introduced to connect attendees!
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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 Apr 13, 2019, which included meals and childcare. 30+ attendees signed up to become connected with a 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. |