I have received so many positive messages for last week’s column so my guess is that it resonated with many people. Thank you for the encouraging words and trust that this week’s content is even more interesting.
I was asked to be one of the speakers at the launch of the suicide prevention, Anti-Violence and Job Creation Rally. My presentation was on domestic abuse and I shared a personal story with the audience which was very impactful from the feedback I received. Lisa Punch, Melissa Davy and a representative from the Ministry of Social Protection all delivered excellent presentations. I must commend Pastor Joseph Persaud and team for this timely initiative and I am urging everyone to come to the event at Jubilee Park on the 3rd June because these social issues affect everyone.

I use this quote that I love in my presentation.
One individual can begin a movement that turns the tide of history: Martin Luther King in the civil rights movement, Mohandas Gandhi in India, Nelson Mandela in South Africa are examples of people standing up with courage and non-violence to bring about needed changes; Jack Canfield Quotes.

Collaboration is the new currency and we need to use it effectively. The Sonia Noel Foundation for Creative Arts collaborated recently with the Sorsha Williams Foundation at a Tea Party and talent showcase. Sorsha is so beautiful and she is an amazing child and she recited her poem” I AM.“ I cried.
As this brave young woman who is battling with autism and trying to fit in and be remembered, a well-known female radio personality who promised her mom to MC the program never turned up or even answered her phone

A popular dancer also was a no show without an explanation. Maybe sometimes we get too big for small events or we just don’t care about anyone but ourselves which is sad.
The designers were Fiona Graham North, Vanda Allicock, Lorine Sears, Deborah Dey and me.
Interpretive dances were performed by Isaiah Luther and Salsa and Ballroom Dances by Shamar & Jade Atwell.
Indian Dance Performance came from Meena Balji and Crystal Simone.
Piano Recital Angelique – Lenor Eliana Forero of Clemsville Music Conservatory
Musical Presentation – Indian Parmeshwari Seodat,
I am passionate about the creative arts and people with talent but I often mention that talent alone is not enough to take you to the next level.
The attitude that goes with it will open doors that no one but God can shut. I strongly believe our talent is to share with others. No matter what we achieve in life we should never feel we are better than others.
I pray every day to be a better person so I can better serve
people and never be like that.
I will always support Karen and people living with disabilities.
Karen Williams is amazing mom who will go the extra mile for her children especially Sorsha who is autistic.
I know it must be challenging sometimes but Karen manages to overcome those challenges and helps others.
She told me: “Sonia, when it comes to autism I am always inspired. I literally breathe and think of autism every second.
The question is this: “Karen what can you do and who can you engage to help realize an educational, inclusive and professional plan for these children? So I am always thinking of this. Why?”
Well because of my autistic daughter. Her story is one of success and one good thing I would be overjoyed to hear and experience someone else crossing that path.”
I have so much admiration for her strength and will always support her.
We need to be more compassionate and accommodating; caring about people with disabilities is our society .They also can achieve greatness and here are a few famous names Richard Branson, Micheal Phillips, Whoopi Goldberg, Steven Spielberg,
Too often we underestimate the power of a touch, a smile, a kind word, a listening ear, an honest compliment, or the smallest act of caring, all of which have the potential to turn a life around – Leo Buscaglia

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