Empowering Lives with Compelling Stories and Presentations

Enhancing Poverty Simulations with Professional Speaking and Storytelling from Lived Experience

Immerse your audience in a dynamic and multi-faceted presentation crafted to support anti-poverty advocacy, poverty simulation programs, and other related work. Led by Pamela, this session offers a one-of-kind blend of engaging and meaningful segments. Consequently, attendees will delve into thought-provoking narratives and gain insights from Pamela’s lived experiences, advocacy efforts, and memoir, A Day at the Fare: One Woman’s Welfare Passage.

Moreover, tailored to align with the hosting organization’s mission and audience, this unique program inspires dialogue, fosters empathy, and encourages action towards the alleviation of poverty. Furthermore, it helps participants understand what living in poverty is truly like, making it the ideal complement to any poverty simulation initiative.

About Pamela

Pamela is a zealous promoter of resilience and transformation, and bringing a dynamic mix of lived experience, humor, and captivating storytelling to every event. She doesn’t just speak; she paints a vivid picture of triumph over adversity. From escaping deep poverty to becoming a distinguished speaker and storytelling alumna of The Moth, Pamela shares her journey with authenticity and infectious energy.

Why Choose Pamela?

1️⃣ Empathy: Immerse your audience in the realities of poverty through Pamela’s compelling and heartfelt narratives, offering a deeply personal glimpse into the struggles and triumphs of those living in poverty. This fosters genuine empathy and understanding.

2️⃣ Insight: Benefit from the invaluable perspectives of an advocate who has spent eight years on the front lines of social justice. Pamela’s experience in anti-poverty advocacy, along with her personal journey, offers audiences a deep understanding of the systemic issues surrounding poverty. Additionally, she provides actionable strategies needed to address these challenges.

3️⃣ Action: Move your audience from understanding to action. Pamela’s presentations are not just about sharing stories; they are about inspiring change. Attendees will leave equipped with practical strategies, renewed motivation, and a strong call to action, ready to make a tangible difference in their communities.

Pamela’s multi-faceted presentation includes a unique combination of dynamic elements. Together, they create a comprehensive and impactful experience, specially designed to enhance your poverty simulation programs.

Her Commitment

Pamela’s goal is simple: to deliver an outstanding and influential speaking performance.

What Hosts and Attendees are Saying…

“Pamela was both compelling and inspiring. Her conversation, along with visuals of her life’s journey, was a strong reminder for our staff of the long-term impact we have on the lives of our friends and neighbors in the community.” — Jerome Nagy, CEO, NeighborWorks® Community Partners, Buffalo, NY

“Pamela, your opening [performance] was a masterclass in storytelling. It’s very evident how much care, thought, and practice you’ve given to conveying a nuanced and personal story.” — Laura Keen, Senior Program Manager, US, GiveDirectly

“The art of sharing one’s story is essential in social justice work, and Pamela illustrated a unique and powerful way of doing so through visual word play that left the room breathless.” — Michael Richardson, Advocacy Coordinator, Center for American Progress, Washington, D.C.

“She galvanized a crowd of 600 to take action to protect critical anti-poverty programs… It was a truly remarkable session…” — Kristy Martino, RESULTS Senior Campaigns Organizer, U.S. Poverty Campaigns, Washington, DC

Speaking Topics

Pamela’s presentations cover a range of topics, as well as those for poverty simulation programs, including motivation, storytelling in advocacy, anti-poverty issues, and welfare independence–all based on lived experiences. Whether it’s a keynote speech, workshop, interactive session, or poverty simulation program, Pamela tailors the content to resonate with the audiences of colleges, community groups, non-profit organizations, businesses, conferences, and retreats.

Sample Presentations

FOR POVERTY SIMULATION PROGRAMS:

  • From Data to Dialogue: Engaging Poverty Perspectives – (a dynamic multi-faceted presentation)

ADVOCACY SUPPORT:

  • Storytelling Workshop: Discover and Craft Your Influential Story
  • Affordable Housing: My Fast-Track Out of Poverty
  • Advocacy on a Mission: Why We Do What We Do

INSPIRATIONAL TALKS:

  • Overcome Adversity Using 3 Highly Effective Tools
  • Keep Going! You Were Born an Odds Beater
  • Accept Change: Embrace New Beginnings

Thank you for considering Pamela as your next speaker. Get ready to inspire, empower, and transform! Learn more about hosting Pamela at your next program. Email us today!