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MEET OUR COURAGEOUS CREW

If it wasn't for them, we literally wouldn't be here so when you meet em' say hello, give em' a high five, a hug, and a big thank you! 

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Meet the Crew: Who We Are
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FLORENZA LEE

Courageous Advocate, Author, & Board Member

Meet Florenza. A beautiful soul who was born to tell stories that shape us from the inside out. At NDVC, her vision for a world of possibilities brings clarity to our Board of Directors Crew. She's an incredible children's book Author, Radio Host, and Transformational Life Coach who's passion inspires everyone in her vicinity.

MALACHAI HANNEY

Courageous Advocate & Operations Specialist & Manga Artist

Meet Malachai. An extraordinary young man who is a lighthouse of optimism. At NDVC, his strategic and innovative thinking is a catalyst for change as our Operations Specialist and Youth Advocate. He’s also an aspiring manga artist and advocate for restoration, who influences people to listen and do something every time he speaks.

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Meet the Crew: Meet the Team

African Proverb

"If you want to go fast go alone, if you want to go far go together."

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CATHY MARIE

Courageous Advocate & Board President

Meet Cathy. A spunky and sassy personality combined with a heart of gold who would go to the ends of the earth for her CAUSE, her family, and her friends. At NDVC, her authenticity, constant curiosity, attention to detail, and humility bring the well rounded development and organization we need as our Board of Directors President. She’s a courageous Advocate who believes in doing things differently and always stands up for what she believes.

AUDREY MAY PROSPER

Courageous Activist, TEDx Speaker, Founder & CEO 

Meet Audrey. A powerhouse of faith and perseverance. Her skill of gathering individuals from diverse backgrounds to one vision is parallel only to her ability to advocate for those who’ve misplaced their voices. As the Founder and Chief Empowerment Officer of NDVC, Audrey masterfully weaves vision with purpose creating a tapestry that transforms lives from ashes to beauty.


Written By: Florenza Denise Lee

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LOVERN GORDON

Courageous Advocate, Author, & Strategic Partner

Meet Lovern. A collaborative and bright spirit who is a blessing to everyone she meets. At NDVC, her heart for supporting other leaders in the movement and deep understanding of survivors' needs makes her a cherished addition to the crew. She’s an Author and Advocate who often breathes love and life into everyone around her.

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Audrey May Prosper

"Collaboration is about leveraging all of our geniuses and working together towards a common goal that is greater than all of us."

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APRIL TRIBE-GIAQUE

Courageous Advocate, Author, & Encourager

Meet April. She’s a creative genius and brave advocate who constantly does her part in facilitating the change we need. At NDVC, her love for storytelling and seeing the human side of this work are the enlightenment we need on our crew. She’s an Award-Winning Author and Ghostwriter who puts words to paper like an accomplished Hollywood screenwriter. She’s also an extraordinary amplifier of light who has a special ability to help people see what’s been in them all along.

KATY ROBINSON

Courageous Advocate, Realtor, & Outreach Coordinator

Meet Katy. A free spirited woman with a sweet disposition, strong creative edge, and a passion for change. At NDVC, her heart for helping women thrive after abuse breathes inspiration and hope into those she connects with as our Outreach Coordinator. She's a local Realtor who's authenticity helps her easily connect with all of our biggest supporters.

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DILSA LALJI

Courageous Advocate, Social Media Coordinator, & Entrepreneur

Meet Dilsa. She’s a passionate self-starter who loves to create, write and empower. At NDVC, her collaborative spirit, constant ideas and background in social media management make her the perfect fit to serve as our Social Media Coordinator. She’s an entrepreneur, beautiful soul and a leader.

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Henry Ford

"If everyone is moving forward together, then success takes care of itself."

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AMIABLE NANCY CHIAMAKA OBI

Courageous Advocate, Storyteller, & Creative Photographer

Meet Nancy. A determined creative who accepts every challenge with grace and tenacity. At NDVC, her creativity illuminates a different perspective as one of our creative photographers. She’s an artist, creative storyteller and a Nigeria, Africa native who captures everyone’s heart through the camera lens.

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Ifeanyi Enoch Onuoha

"Teamwork is the secret that makes common people achieve uncommon results."

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LINCOLN

Courageous Advocate & Canva Designer

Meet Lincoln. He is a high-energy youth who has overcome unimaginable trauma and is maintaining a B honor roll, and is a talented athlete.  At NDVC, he applies his passion for creating branded graphics to display our messages on multiple social media platforms.

SAMANTHA SARGENT

Courageous Advocate, Essential Oils Coach, & Lead Wellness Advocate

Meet Samantha. A creative and a collaborator at her core who loves serving her family and her community. At NDVC, her second to none education around holistic health through doTERRA essential oils is life-giving for so many survivors and a beautiful addition to our Volunteer Crew. She’s an Essential Oils Educator and Lead Wellness Advocate who has a special quality about her that makes everyone feel special and cared for.

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SAMANTHA MCCOY

Courageous Advocate, Activist Attorney, & Legislative Coach

Meet Samantha. An incredibly driven woman who is a quiet warrior winning battles in the background. At NDVC, her servant’s heart and skill for policy are a game changer as our Legislative Coach. She’s a licensed Mental Health Therapist, Activist, and Attorney who is already writing bills and changing laws in the great state of Texas.

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Ifeanyi Enoch Onuoha

"Teamwork is the secret that makes common people achieve uncommon results."

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NEAL HOLIFIELD

Courageous Advocate, Crude Field Operator, & Board Member

Meet Neal. He's a natural born protector and intellectual who loves to travel all over the world. At NDVC, his healthy obsession for learning and serving as a strong male voice in the movement makes him a wonderful fit as our Board Secretary. He's a devoted father of 2, a stellar friend and a Crude Field Operator with Chevron, whose fire like passion for helping women escape abuse and thrive is a reminder to us all that there are men in the world who truly care about this CAUSE.

JAMIE YOUNG

Courageous Advocate, Social Media Director & Analyst, & Entrepreneur

Meet Jamie. She's a passionate boho ball of light! At NDVC, her love for doing work that matters and her background in social media management is just the answer we needed for a Social Media Director & Analyst that will take our message to the next level. She's also a baker and an  entrepreneur simply born for sunshine and greatness!

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Ron Patulski

"For every thousand hacking at the leaves of change, there’s one striking at the root of transformation."

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LISA WINTERS

Courageous Advocate, Newsroom Writer and Personal Trainer

Meet Lisa. She has a gift for telling the untold stories of the world and doing it with such elegance. At NDVC, her natural gifting as a storyteller shines a light on who we really are and what we really stand for as a crew and organization. She’s a freelance writer and a fitness freelance personal trainer located across the pond in England. She’s also just such an example of beauty, courage and grace!

MALIK HANNEY

Courageous Advocate, Assistant & Comedian

Meet Malik. He's a ball of fun and laughter who was born with a heart of generosity. At NDVC, he's the general assistant. You might find him building documents, managing our task manager, handling all of our snail mail and more. He's an 8th grade student, hilarious comedian and a young leader. 

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Guru Dev

"What determines whether a society is strong and harmonious or not is the role of women in it."

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TAMMY ENLOW

Courageous Advocate Accountant, & Board Treasurer

Meet Tammy. A woman of integrity and incredible heart. At NDVC, her excellent communication, initiative, and generosity provide everything we could dream of to help us grow exponentially. We are so blessed to have her serve as the Treasurer of our Board of Directors. She's a long-time advocate and humble servant in the movement whose leadership is so needed right now and forever.

CHARAE GILBERT

Courageous Advocate, Data Researcher & Analyst

Meet Charae. A brilliant woman and deep thinker who sees the 'why' behind almost anything. At NDVC, her passion for finding the truth in the data brings forth the revolutionary revelations we need to raise the national standard of advocacy as our Data Researcher & Analyst. She's a survivor, devoted mother, and real life Data Analyst, whose hunger for answers and change will positively impact others for generations to come.

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Ifeanyi Enoch Onuoha

"Integrity, insight, and inclusiveness are the three essential qualities of leadership."

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JONAS RAY

Courageous Advocate, 911 Operator and Fundraising Coordinator

Meet Jonas. He is a ball of sunshine on a rainy day and a man of many talents. At NDVC, his willingness to lead and grow in a new role is inspiring and critically important as our Fundraising Coordinator. He is a super fan of board games, an overcomer in more ways than one, a 911 operator in Texas and a breath of fresh air to anyone he meets.

CANDACE CULPEPPER-RAVEY

Courageous Advocate, Head of DEIA - Michigan, & Director of DEIA at NDVC

Meet Candace. She is a creative and free spirited person that makes everyone feel like they are a star! At NDVC, her passion about DEIA and training and development are a positive influence on how we create a more diverse and inclusive environment for us all, including those we serve. She is a member of the Race and Equity Task and Head of DEIA at the State Department for the state of Michigan. 

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CAROLE HADLOCK

Courageous Advocate and Executive Assistant

Meet Carole. A sweet supportive soul who loves the outdoors, music and spending time with her family and friends. At NDVC, her passion for serving others with her gift of organization and administration is a lifesaver for our Founder, Audrey. She’s the owner of Dee’s Admin Services and a wife to her beloved husband for 30 years.

ELOISE SEPEDA

Courageous Activist, Board Member, and Founder of Harmony One Restorative Justice 

Meet Eloise. She is a powerhouse and fierce woman building a legacy of positive impact on the world. At NDVC, her plethora of experience in advocating against domestic violence and serving in the nonprofit sector are both a huge blessing to us as a crew and organization. She is a survivor, matriarch, and a rockstar! She is also the founder of Harmony One Restorative Justice, Faculty at Futures Without Violence, the ATC Domestic VIolence task Force and serves in many other leadership roles.

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