Real Images

08/17/2026

LEADERSHIP: We are ecstatic to welcome Nyah J. Peyton to our board of directors! 🧡
Nyah is a marketing professional, TEDx speaker, poet, and community advocate dedicated to helping people find and share their voice. Throughout her career, she has led communications initiatives across public, private, and nonprofit sectors while remaining committed to mentorship, leadership, and personal development. Nyah is a proud Little Rock native and she's excited to join the Board of Directors for Real Images. She looks forward to advancing the organization's mission of empowering women and girls through wellness, leadership development, and life-changing opportunities.
Say heeeyy 👋 and congratulations 🎉 to Nyah in the comments!

07/10/2026

✨ AFFIRMATIONS✨ : Every girl deserves the opportunity to see herself with confidence, purpose, and worth.

The MIRROR Project is our signature 4-week self-image and leadership program designed for school-aged girls. Through engaging discussions, media literacy, confidence-building activities, and social-emotional learning, participants develop the tools to build healthy self-esteem and resilience—skills that extend far beyond the classroom.

One of the program's most-loved resources is our custom affirmation card deck, written and designed exclusively by our founder, Michelle B. Barnes. Each participant receives a set to encourage positive self-talk long after the program ends—and they're consistently a favorite among the girls we serve. 🧡

If you're a school, after-school program, or youth-serving organization looking to invest in the confidence and well-being of your girls, we'd love to partner with you.

Let's work together to help girls see their true reflection. 🪞

Learn more about bringing the MIRROR Project to your organization: www.realimages.org

07/01/2026

SERVICE: Today we celebrate our outgoing board president, Christine Worth! During her two terms as Board President, Christine has helped strengthen the foundation of Real Images during a season of growth and transformation. Her leadership has supported the expansion of our mission, strengthened our governance, championed strategic visioning and partnerships, and helped position our organization for an even greater future.
Christine, thank you for your faithful leadership, your servant's heart, and the countless hours you've invested in our mission. Your impact will be felt for years to come!
BUT WAIT---she's not going away. Christine is serving as interim treasurer (HEAVY on interim). If you are looking to serve on a nonprofit board and have expertise in finance, DM us.
Please join us in thanking Christine for her extraordinary service and leadership! 🧡

06/30/2026

PROUD MOMENT: We are so proud that our board member, Lydia Lucien Collins, was highlighted this month as a Woman to Watch by Little Rock Soirée magazine! Lydia is the owner of Full Out Barre where she leads with a passion for women to have agency over their wellness in an encouraging and warm (sometimes HOT 🥵) environment! Thank you Lydia for all that you do in our community! Check out her feature and give her some love in the comments! 🧡🧡

Lydia Collins is the owner of Full Out Barre and part of the 2026 class of Soirée Women to Watch.

06/24/2026

Leadership matters, and we are excited to introduce the incoming Executive Committee of the Real Images Board of Directors!

These dedicated leaders have stepped forward to help guide Real Images as we continue our mission of empowering and educating girls and women to become the healthiest, most resilient, and self-actualized versions of themselves. Together, they will help advance our vision, strengthen our impact, and support the growth outlined in our 2026–2031 Strategic Plan.

Please join us in congratulating:

✨ Karil Greeson, President
✨ Sylvia Halliburton, President Elect
✨ Sharonda Randle, Secretary
✨ Christine Worth, Interim Treasurer

We are grateful for their commitment to serving girls and women throughout Arkansas and beyond. Through strong governance, community leadership, and a shared passion for our mission, this Executive Committee will help ensure that Real Images continues to thrive and create lasting change.

Drop a 👏 in the comments to help us congratulate these outstanding leaders!

05/22/2026

Congratulations to board member, Sylvia Halliburton!

Community Spotlight 🔦

We are proud to celebrate our very own Sister Friend and Branch Manager of Arkansas Birthing Project, Sylvia Halliburton, on an incredible milestone!

Sylvia has officially become the first state-certified doula in Arkansas — a groundbreaking achievement that reflects her dedication, compassion, and commitment to improving maternal health outcomes across our communities.

Her work continues to uplift, educate, and support mothers and families throughout Arkansas, and we are honored to have her as part of our village. Sylvia’s accomplishment is not only personal, but a historic moment that inspires future birth workers and advocates across the state.

Congratulations Sylvia!

05/10/2026

LOVE & GRATITUDE: Happy Mother's Day to all of the women who ensures the next generation leads with empathy, wisdom, and courage. Thank you for sharing a moment, or two, or three with us over the years. Enjoy your flowers, brunch, and hopefully a nap! You deserve it!