Empowering Conversations

My Thorn, My Destiny, the forthcoming memoir by Dr. Elise Saulsberry, is a raw and inspiring journey of faith, resilience, and authenticity. From the quiet ache of church pews to the fierce wrestle of identity, Dr. Saulsberry opens her life with unflinching honesty and grace. This transformational story is more ...

Let’s talk honestly for a moment not as an organization writing a press release, but as friends who care about our community and the truth. Someone who once stood right beside us who preached affirmation loudly and boldly has now taken a public stance that LGBTQ+ love is unnatural and ...

In an exclusive interview with TUV Magazine, La'Deia Joyce opens up about her journey into HIV Activism, this is "Her Life, Her Story" to tell! In a world where there are very few Black women who embody the title "Modern-Day Activists, La'Deia is that fierce HIV advocate for Black women ...

As a devout gay Catholic, I was very pleased with the decision of Pope Francis that same-sex relationships may be blessed. I was at work the day it was announced and, when I saw the news feed, I became emotional and had to step away from my patient and go ...

This public service announcement is sponsored by the letter “R” and the good folks at “Rest, Reflect, Revise, and Rebirth.” Two thousand and twenty-four is the year of RENAISSANCE and now is the perfect time to pause temporarily to rest and recharge. Rebirthing greatness in 2024 will require you to ...

Renaissance has always been a loaded word in my life. For years, I lived around the corner from Renaissance High School in Detroit, Michigan. This high school, in northwest Detroit with its name and prestige, was classified as the best high school in Motown. Its claim was that the halls ...

This interview took place between TUV New York Talent Correspondent Monick Monell and Que Monroe. Que Monroe is a nonbinary artist who started writing at the age of 6 years old. Since 2015, they have been determined to make an impact. Their core efforts are to bring their team's fresh ...

Happy Women’s History Month to all of my bold and badass sister’s who are blazing trails and being Renaissance Women! This month, let's uplift, support, and empower women in all their endeavors. Let's celebrate their strength, courage, and unwavering determination to make a difference. Together, let's strive for a future ...

For years I had been going through the motions of life without really living. I was stuck in a rut, unfulfilled and lacking purpose. I felt disconnected from who I truly was and what really mattered to me. Everything seemed dull and gray. I knew there had to be more ...

Within the pages of literature, there are voices that not only resonate but also inspire profound reflection and empowerment. Cicely Moore is one such voice, weaving narratives that challenge stereotypes, celebrate identity, and ignite a sense of empowerment in her readers. In her latest article featured in The Unleashed Voice ...