Manya learned about courage, strength, and resilience the hard way. From her experience of post-traumatic stress and being an invisible victim because of her lack of physical injuries after a violent crime, Manya gained an understanding of what it means to find one’s voice and fight for a seat at the table, the importance of moving past stigma and recognizing psychological impacts of violence and other difficult events, and the value of compassion and inclusiveness.
She has transformed her experience to become a keynote speaker helping individuals and organizations understand the psychological impacts of trauma, discover their strengths, build resiliency, and navigate through change and crisis. And she explores these sometimes difficult topics with compassion and honesty about her own journey and struggles.
