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Domestic Violence Speakers

Domestic abuse is a harsh reality that an alarming number of African-Americans have had to live with. Domestic violence and abuse refers to physical violence in romantic and domestic relationships and can seriously emotionally, mentally and of course physically damage the victims. Domestic violence can be challenging for victims to face as they often have a hard time coming out about the abuse and feel ashamed or guilty. Educating people about the facts of domestic abuse and offering supports to victims through hiring a high impact African-American motivational or inspirational speaker from Great Black Speakers can raise awareness on the issue and give victims hope. To book one of our African-American public speakers or anti-domestic violence advocates to speak at your next event, please browse through our selection.

Judge Karen Mills-FrancisJudge Karen Mills-Francis has a colorful and engaging style that is as distinctive as her bold burgundy robe and her bright blonde hair. As quick to aid the helpless as she is to dismiss the hare-brained, Judge Karen confidently dished out justice to a national television audience with the half-hour syndicated courtroom series, Judge Karen. She is famous for the lines "Stay in your Lane, I know how to Drive". For fall 201...


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Lucille O'Neal

Author of Walk Like You Have Somewhere to Go

As the mother of one of the greatest athletes of all time, Lucille O'Neal's journey is exceptional; but her story reveals that she is more than just "Shaquille O'Neal's mom." She is a woman you know; a woman you understand. Perhaps your own journey resembles hers. O'Neal has been a rebellious teen, a single mother, a wife, a college student, a divorcee and, above all, a woman of unique courage.   Acquainted early in life with turmoil, O'Neal's ...


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Jordan Coleman

2011 Global Teen Leader, actor, author and education activist impacting youth one story and one community at a time

Jordan Coleman is a young man on a mission. At 16-years-old, he's a filmmaker, actor, author, education activist, honor roll student and athlete. He was recently named one the 25 Most Influential People in Our Children's Lives by Children's Health magazine. Jordan won the 2011 Martha’s Vineyard African-American Film Festival HBO Best Feature Film competition with his film Payin’ The Price, a cautionary tale about teen dating violence..   He is ...


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Dr. Alduan Tartt

“Bringing Positive Psychology to the People”

Dr. Alduan Tartt is a positive psychologist, professional speaker, parenting, teen and relationship expert. He provides positive, empowering and relationship-enhancing advice for all ages. He is author of The RING FORMULA: How to Be The Only Woman He Ever Needs, a dating guide for women who wish to date and keep the man of their dreams. He teaches teen girls How To Date A Boy to promote healthy dating, self-respect and pregnancy prevention. He is...


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Sil Lai Abrams

Inspirational speaker, domestic violence awareness & prevention activist, and relationship expert for the online version of EBONY Magazine

Sil Lai Abrams is a NABJ award-winning New York City based writer,inspirational speaker, domestic violence awareness activist, and relationship expert for the online version of EBONY magazine. Her passionate belief in the transformative power of greater self-awareness and personal accountability is the motivating force behind her work to empower others to create empowered lives, healthier relationships and end violence against women and children....


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Dr. David Stephens is a relationship coach to married couples and singles in the dating game. He conducts seminars, marriage enrichment classes, and does keynote speaking for churches, civic groups, and leadership development organizations. Dr. Stephens is a dynamic speaker with a unique combination of street smarts and biblical wisdom. He has expanded his intuitive knowledge about love and marriage through academic training, continuous self-stud...


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George James, Jr.

Relationship Expert that blends years of experience as a Licensed Therapist with practical every day situations.

George James, Jr.George James, Jr., is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist who works extensively with adolescent and adult men on various issues. He also specializes in helping couples improve the quality of their relationship, reconcile conflicts and overcome intense situations such as affairs, parenting struggles and loss of a loved one. Mr. James is a nationally recognized speaker, workshop leader and lecturer on various topics. He has h...


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Charmaine Betty Singleton

Effective, Efficient and Effervescent Empowerment--One Love focusing on the mind, body, soul and spirit.

CHARMAINE BETTY-SINGLETON (CBS)PTK Enterprises LLCCharmaine E. Betty-Singleton, was born on January 12, 1968, in Kingston, Jamaica to Granville and Norma Betty. Early in 1969, Norma and Charmaine left for the United States of America (USA) and eventually made Laurelton (Queens), New York their home. Granville joined them later, after retiring from the Department of Public Works, Jamaica, West Indies.An outgoing, talkative and mischievous child, C...


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