10/08/2026
A huge thank you to the Michigan Premier Public Health Conference 2026 at the Blue Water Convention Center in Port Huron for having me as a speaker! ๐ค
I had the opportunity to present โFrom Lived Experience to Public Health Impact: Building Healthier Communities Through Community Partnerships,โ and it truly meant so much to be able to share my story, the work we do through A Girl Like Me Inc., and how community-based organizations play such an important role in public health.
At AGirlLikeMe , we work directly with girls, young mothers, children, and families by providing education, mentoring, maternal and infant support, essential resources, transportation assistance, workforce development, referrals, and so much more. Public health is not only what happens inside hospitals and clinics, it is also about making sure families have access to the support, resources, education, and connections they need to live healthier lives.
Iโm grateful to be able to bring lived experience into these conversations and show how strong community partnerships can create real impact.
And a special thank you to my right hand, our Community Outreach Coordinator Marilyn Williams , for always being by my side, supporting the vision, showing up for our families, and helping make sure the work gets done. I truly appreciate you! โค๏ธ
So thankful for another opportunity to share, learn, connect, and continue building healthier communities together.