TRAUMA IS REAL BUT SO IS HOPE!

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Sharon Wise proudly identifies as a Surviving Spirit—a title earned through a life marked by profound tragedy, resilience, and transformation. Her personal journey has not only inspired countless individuals but has also led to the reform of laws, policies, and procedures across the United States. 

As a sought-after speaker, Sharon travels both nationally and internationally, sharing her powerful story and the critical lessons she’s learned, with the goal of transforming lives and systems. She is a recognized Trauma Expert and Lead Consultant, working with a diverse range of clients including federal and private organizations, the Department of Juvenile Justice, the Women’s Trade Mission in England, and most recently, the International Peers Association in Amsterdam and Germany.

Sharon holds a Master’s Degree in Human Services and is a Certified Whole Health & Peer Specialist as well as a Certified WRAP Facilitator. Beyond her advocacy and consulting work, she is a gifted visual and performing artist whose artwork is displayed around the world. Her passion for preserving jazz and blues led to the founding of Jazz on the Green over eleven years ago—a vibrant celebration of music and culture.

Her contributions have been recognized with numerous honors, including the Joy Evans Award for Community Service, the VOICE Award, the Martin Luther King Jr. Award for Community Service, and most recently, the prestigious 2024 Joseph Biden Lifetime Achievement Award. Sharon is also an accomplished playwright, best known for her award-winning production, Meet Me on the Moon.

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