SPEAKING

Emily Torchiana, 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.

How long are Emily's presentations?

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.

Who are Emily's targeted audiences?

What topics does Emily typically cover in her presentations?

Mental Illness, Mental Wellness, Coping Skills, Suicide Prevention, Sexual Assault, Cyberbullying

TEDxCharleston
University of Pennsylvania
University of Maryland
Darien Community
DeSales University
University of Georgia
Landor Company (Lunch & Learn)
Queens University of Charlotte
The Odyssey Company (Lunch & Learn)
Clemson University
Charleston Southern University
Collegium Charter School
Auburn University
Elon University
Rocky Mount Academy
Hobart and William Smith Colleges
Porter Gaud Academy
GRACEDBYGRIT Company
Laing Middle School
Wingate University
Hanover College, Indiana
Johns Creek High School
SEPC – largest conference in USA for collegiate women
Academic Magnet High School
First Baptist School
Bexley Middle and High School
Charleston’s Annual Youth Summit 2017
American Foundation for Suicide Prevention "Out of the Darkness Walk" at the SC State House
College of Charleston
West Ashley High School
Coalition for Collegiate Women's Leadership Conference
Bishop England High School

Alpha Delta Pi's Thirty Under 30

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

Given by the Jefferson Award Foundation at the National Ceremony in Washington D.C.
Previous winners such as Oprah Winfrey and Steve Jobs

The Collegiate Volunteer of the Year Award

Given annually and nationally by Alpha Delta Pi
Recognizes a collegiate member’s personal commitment to philanthropy and service

The Dorothy Shaw Leadership Award

The Jefferson Award

"Given to ordinary people doing extraordinary things without expectation of recognition"

Greek Courage Award