In the first of a series of interviews with two professionals who are making a difference in their community are Roz Thornton from London , England and T . L . TRULUV from Atlanta , Georgia .
A new awards ceremony has launched in the UK to celebrate the millions of women who go un-noticed or acknowledged for the selfless work they do each day . The Amazing women Awards is the brainchild of business coach and trainer Roz Thornton and the inaugural ceremony will be held over Afternoon Tea on Saturday 18th March , at the prestigious Grange Wellington Hotel , London .
Tell us more about why you wanted to create this event ? After 20 years working at the grass roots stage with communities in London , I learned that we still live in an unequal society and women are still bearing the brunt of it . This event may just positively change someone ’ s life . What is an Amazing Women Award for ? Amazing Women Awards is to recognise the achievements of women all over the country ( UK ) who ’ ve achieved something
against the odds . Women who ’ re passionate about a cause , battled against adversity , constantly helping others or simply a great mother . It ’ s for all those women tirelessly working away in the background , perhaps started a successful business or charity single-handedly . This is their turn to shine .
Why was this something you wanted to do ? I was brought up in a disempowered household with domestic violence . I spent years as a broke single mum with no work / life balance , a mountain of debt and I was close to breaking point . I new I had to turn my life around so I took
inspiration from life coaches and went on an inner spiritual journey . I want to take Amazing Women global and share my skills and knowledge leaving a legacy for future generation ' s .
www . amazingwomenglobal . com
Rapper and activist TRULUV is leading the way in a community outreach network that is having impact one meal at a time . Tell us about the work the movement does ? As far as the good works that we are doing in the city at the moment . We are counselling the homeless community in downtown , Atlanta . Linking folks up with services and resources that are provided through out the city and beyond . We are also providing around 500 gourmet meals a month to our homeless community , as well as handing out clothing , shoes and hygiene kits .
What ' s the greatest part of this project for you ? The greatest part about doing the good
works in the Downtown area of Atlanta is the fellowship with the people . Most of those folks are in the toughest situation of their lives , so being able to listen to them and offer them encouragement and motivation is very rewarding not only for myself but also for the entire community .
How do your family feel about this ? All of my effort ' s are supported 100 % by my wife and children . The Movement is a group effort and it stretches beyond just family and friends . We are making an impact though simple loving acts , during everyday interactions at home and in the community .
www . facebook . com / TRULUVEMPIRE
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