by Tiffany | Authentic Me, Domestic Abuse, HBCU, Women Empowerment
You often hear stories from women stating that their abusers attempted to maintain control by threatening them with their children. Some of those stories may seem far-fetched to those of you who have not lived that reality. Let me share my truth. My ex, Kent Smith, is...
by Tiffany | Authentic Me, Domestic Abuse, HBCU, News, Women Empowerment
May 13, 2018 I am submitting this letter as a matter of public concern to address the mishandling of domestic abuse allegations on the Langston University campus in Langston, Oklahoma. In October 2014, I submitted a complaint to the Board of Regents for the Oklahoma...
by Tiffany | Authentic Me, Domestic Abuse, HBCU
My children were ages 2, 4 and 8 when I lost custody to my ex husband. I was devastated and the emptiness I felt was unimaginable. To add insult to injury, I was being stalked by a campus police officer. Also, I was under tremendous scrutiny for accusing Langston...
by Tiffany | Authentic Me, Domestic Abuse, Women Empowerment
“When I thought I’d reached the point of forgiveness, something would happen to propel me back onto the path of anger, guilt and frustration. How would I ever become emotionally free? What exactly does the forgiveness journey look like? Somewhere in the...
by Tiffany | Authentic Me, Domestic Abuse, Women Empowerment
In connection with increased awareness initiatives, many survivors are asked to share their story as a mechanism of inspiring others. I am encouraged by the number of people who courageously recount their stories publicly. I also remain concerned for those who have...
by Tiffany | Authentic Conversations, Authentic Me, Podcast, Women Empowerment
Happy Monday! When I scrolled across this meme [So far you’ve survived 100% of your worst days. You’re doing great], I went back and read it again several times. Wow, I thought, what a great way to put life into perspective. It was such an important...
