Men’s Advocacy Brunch Recipients: What Are They Up To?
Since 2010, our Men Against Domestic Violence arm has focused on engaging men and has hosted a Men's Advocacy Brunch where we've honored men in the community who have been doing great things regarding domestic violence and sexual assault. We've used this event as a...
Tony Porter Returns to Memphis October 2nd
When I first started speaking out about domestic violence, I was very interested in learning more about the male's role in it. The news often shows the man as the aggressor, the defender and the primary source of all things hurtful and harmful regarding abuse. And,...
Wilbert Hill-Supervisor and Champion for Intervention
Mr. Wilbert Hill is a behind the scenes kind of man. Not one for soliciting any fanfare or accolades for the work that he does only makes his contribution to advocacy that much more appreciated. Mr. Hill is a member of the WIANL board who has been a champion of male...
Marron Thomas-Hands on Pastor and Innovator
WIANL recently had the awesome opportunity to work with Marron Thomas as part of the Born2Win Collaborative's DV Community Summit. He's an extremely humble man who wears many hats. He's the Pastor of Innovation Church Center and Executive Director of Leadership...
Bennie Cobb-Male Advocate Honoree & Community Leader
Dependable. Great leadership. Cares about our young people. Committed to family and community. These are just a few of the kind words used to describe Bennie Cobb. Cobb, a retired Captain of the Shelby Co. Sheriff's Department and Owner of Eagle Eye Security Services,...
DV Advocacy Recipient-Kevin Phipps
Kevin Phipps is a man of true character and courage. As one of our recipients of the Male DV Advocacy award, we are grateful to his dedication and service to the cause of domestic violence and sexual assault, and we will continue to support his efforts. Kevin is a...
2013 Male Domestic Violence Advocacy Recipients
Walking Into A New Life's Men Against Domestic Violence component recently hosted the 4th Annual Male Advocacy Brunch and Awards Celebration. We would like to thank the Church Health Center, United Healthcare, JP Connections, District Attorney Amy Weirich, Gwendolyn...
Addressing DV from the Pulpit
Pastor Orlester Johnson is a past recipient of our Mens DV Advocacy Award. His commitment to bringing awareness regarding domestic violence is continues to be relevant and appreciated. I can say that men and women alike have expressed to me the need to have more...
Continuing Community Service
Colonel Mike Ryall is a past recipient of our Male DV Advocacy Award. We caught up with this very busy and dedicated community servant to share some of the things he's been up to lately. Colonel Ryall says "Since receiving my award, I celebrated my 30th year with the...
Rev. Joe “Uncle Joe” Hunter-Insights on Domestic Violence
Our 2012"s Mens Brunch ended on a high note with keynote speaker, Joe Hunter. Rev. Hunter, who's affectionately known to everyone as "Uncle Joe', is the founder of G.A.N.G. Inc. G.A.N.G., Inc. is a year round youth enrichment ministry in the Frayser community of...