SPEAKING
Emily, a national award-winning and TEDxTalk mental health speaker, educates the public around the country sharing her experiences struggling with mental health, experiencing trauma, and overcoming a suicide attempt. Her presentations perfectly explain suffering in silence and she helps individuals know they are not alone.
FAQ
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How long are Emily's presentations?
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Emily's presentations are typically 60 minutes, which can include time to answer questions from the audience, if desired. Other institutions have requested break-out sessions following Emily's talk to have audience members discuss mental health. Emily will try to accommodate based on the needs of the audience.
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Who are Emily's targeted audiences?​​
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Elementary School Students
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Middle School Students
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High School Students
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College Students
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Companies/Organizations
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What topics does Emily typically cover in her presentations?
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Cyberbullying, Mental Wellness, Mental Illness, Coping Skills, Suicide Prevention, Sexual Assault
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TOP SPEAKING ENGAGEMENTS
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TEDxCharleston
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University of Pennsylvania
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University of Maryland
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Darien Community
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DeSales University
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University of Georgia
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Landor Company (Lunch & Learn)
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Queens University of Charlotte
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The Odyssey Company (Lunch & Learn)
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Clemson University
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Charleston Southern University
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Collegium Charter School
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Auburn University
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Elon University
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Rocky Mount Academy
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Hobart and William Smith Colleges
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Porter Gaud Academy
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GRACEDBYGRIT Company
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Laing Middle School
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Wingate University
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Hanover College, Indiana
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Johns Creek High School
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SEPC – largest conference in USA for collegiate women
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Academic Magnet High School
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First Baptist School
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Bexley Middle and High School
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Charleston’s Annual Youth Summit 2017
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American Foundation for Suicide Prevention "Out of the Darkness Walk" at the SC State House
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College of Charleston
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West Ashley High School
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Coalition for Collegiate Women's Leadership Conference
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Bishop England High School
AWARDS / HONORS
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Alpha Delta Pi's Thirty Under 30
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National honor given to "women who are the brightest stars in their professions, in their communities, and amongst their peers."
National Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis Award
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Given by the Jefferson Award Foundation at the National Ceremony in Washington D.C.
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Previous winners such as Oprah Winfrey and Steve Jobs
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The Collegiate Volunteer of the Year Award
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Given annually and nationally by Alpha Delta Pi
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Recognizes a collegiate member’s personal commitment to philanthropy and service
The Dorothy Shaw Leadership Award
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"Highest national individual honor given to a collegian in Alpha Delta Pi"
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The Jefferson Award
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"Given to ordinary people doing extraordinary things without expectation of recognition"
Greek Courage Award
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“Recognizes an individual who made a decision that was considered courageous”