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“ To create change, people’s spirits, hearts, and perspectives, and most importantly their feelings have to be involved, and if you’re going to do that you have to create a relationship.”
— ANYANWU / CEO & FOUNDER
Let’s MEET ANYANWU
ANYANWU is the Founder and CEO of THE HUMAN ROOT, bringing over 25 years of grit, vision, and expertise as an Educator, Activist, Doula, and Herbalist. Her story is one of resilience, shaped by her Caribbean roots, Marin City, CA activists and her ability to rise above harm from and surviving Gun-Violence, PTSD, the pandemic, and Breast Cancer. She moves with purpose, empowered by her unshakable relationship with God and the clarity that comes from her work in being accountable. ANYANWUs spent her career fighting for youth development and the wellness of educators, building spaces where real healing and growth can happen.
GET CRYSTAL CLEAR, ACTIONABLE STEPS to SET GOALS and ACTUALLY ACHIEVE THEM.
After an hour with ANYANWU, your audience will have the tools they need to:
Self-Connection Techniques: Tools for understanding and connecting with one’s own emotions, needs, and desires.
Tools for Personal Freedom – Methods for identifying and breaking free from limiting beliefs or patterns.
Mindfulness Practices – Methods to cultivate present-moment awareness to reduce stress and improve focus.
Community and Collective Power – The importance of collective healing and collaboration for personal and societal transformation.
Clarification of Purpose – Techniques to align personal and professional goals with one’s deeper sense of purpose.
Don’t wait another month to get the tools for achieving your team’s personal and professional goals.
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ANYANWU In Action
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ANYANWU’S KEYNOTE TOPICS
Personal Commitment to Change
Navigating the Internal Journey of Transformation
In this talk, we explore the deep inner work required for personal change and growth. Drawing from trauma-informed practices, we acknowledge that while change is inevitable, navigating it can often feel overwhelming and complex, especially when dealing with internalized trauma. This keynote provides a compassionate and spiritual approach to understanding the nuances of change and offers practical insights into staying committed to personal transformation, even when it feels impossible.
Love Leads to Love
Reclaiming the Power of Love in Personal and Professional Relationships
Love is more than an emotion; it is the cornerstone of connection, collaboration, and personal fulfillment. In this keynote, we explore how love—whether for self or others—can become a guiding principle in both personal and professional settings. Participants will learn about the spiritual and emotional capacity required to prioritize love as a force for healing and how doing so creates the foundation for more meaningful, impactful relationships within teams, organizations, and communities.
Breakthrough: Healing From Harm
Break the Cycle of Trauma and Empower Conscious Living
This powerful keynote offers a trauma-informed 90-day plan for breaking through the cycles of trauma and abuse that may have taken root in personal, family, or even organizational settings. It’s designed to help individuals and groups navigate the stages of awareness, consciousness, and ultimately, breakthrough. By focusing on self-relationship and inner healing, participants will gain actionable steps for creating lasting change in their lives and within their communities.
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Breast Friends Ball
Baltimore, MD 2024
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BreastFriends Brunch
Baltimore, MD 2024
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SandHills Community Center
Augusta, GA 2024
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BreastFriends Ball
Baltimore, MD 2023
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Brooklyn College
The Murray Koppelman School of Business 2021
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Coney Island Anti-Violence Collaborative
Coney Island, NY 2019
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Williamsburg Music Center
Williamsburg, NY 2020
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CUNY School of Medicine
New York, NY 2019
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FORBES Women
New York, NY 2019
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BLACK GIRL MONOLOGUES
Newark, NJ 2019
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CAMBA Entrepreneur Awards
Brooklyn, NY 2018
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CAMBA Entrepreneur Awards
Brooklyn, NY 2018
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CAMBA Entrepreneur Awards
Brooklyn NY 2018
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THE DINNER TABLE PODCAST
Brooklyn, NY 2019
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Life Through My Lens
Hi Studios & RLMN 2019
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The Brooklyn Progress, Publication
2018
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Brooklyn Arts Exchange
Brooklyn, NY 2017
THE SURVIVOR SERIES
Reach out to us today to schedule a talk that empowers and equips making difference.
As a survivor and advocate ANYANWU delivers powerful engagements and keynotes inspired by her experiences in:
Anti-Gun Violence and Awareness
As a survivor and advocate she’s rooted in personal experience and a deep commitment to fostering safer communities. Her talks focus on the devastating impact of gun violence, the urgent need for reform, and how we can collectively work toward creating environments where individuals and families feel protected and supported.
Through stories of resilience, healing, and activism, she inspires action, educates communities on the realities of gun violence, and provide tools for meaningful advocacy. By addressing both the personal and systemic aspects of this issue, she encourages audiences to become proactive allies in the fight for safer neighborhoods and policy change.
Rebirth & Personal Development
As a survivor who has navigated the profound journeys of recovery, restoration, and re-membering, ANYANWU offers engagements and keynotes centered on Personal Healing & Development. Her talks explore the transformative power of healing through the processes of returning to oneself and restoring balance after life-altering challenges. Rooted in her own lived experiences, she guides audiences through the path of recovery—emphasizing emotional, spiritual, and personal growth—while teaching how to re-member fragmented parts of ourselves with compassion and strength.
Breast Cancer Survivor
As a survivor her sessions focus on Breast Cancer Awareness, providing education, inspiration, and advocacy tools for the community. Her ability to increase awareness about the realities of breast cancer while offering practical ways to support those enduring cancer she helps to foster a more compassionate and informed environment
Her keynotes cover important topics such as early detection, the emotional and mental toll of the cancer journey, and how to create a supportive environment for survivors and those currently undergoing treatment. Audiences are encouraged to nourish a culture of empathy, understanding, and proactive advocacy. Learn more about breast cancer, its impact, and how you can be an advocate for those affected within your community.
Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI)
As a seasoned consultant and professional development expert in Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI), ANYANWU addresses the urgent need for organizations to cultivate inclusive, equitable environments. Her talks are designed to challenge existing systems, expand perspectives, and provide actionable strategies for integrating DEI into the fabric of your workplace culture.
With a deep understanding of the complexities surrounding DEI, she guides organizations in embracing diversity as a strength and fostering equity at every level.
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