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"Toolbox Tuesdays"
Experts
ToolBox Tuesdays is our small group conference call series with high profile leaders and experts discussing topics that relate specifically to women. We discuss health, wealth building & finance, relationships, legal matters and more!
Toolbox Tuesday
Returns 2025
PAST WUCN GUEST EXPERTS
SESSION TOPIC: TRAUMA TOOLS - TRAUMA AND IT'S
EFFECTS ON MIND, BODY AND SOUL
TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 19, 2024 @ 7PM CST/8PM EST
GUEST SPEAKER: SONYA WILSON, MSA, LPC
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Sonya Wilson, MSA, LPC
Licensed Professional Counselor
Owner of Peace Lov Harmony Counseling
Sonya has ten plus years of experience in the mental health field. Sonya finds it a pleasure to work hand in hand with people overcoming depression, anxiety, trauma, built-up anger, unhealthy relationships, and confronting bullying all while balancing the normal day-to-day demands of life. Her goal is to help clients establish firm boundaries, communicate assertively, and practice self-care while maintaining peace, love, and harmony in their lives.
SESSION TOPIC: TOOLS TO HEALTHY RELATIONSHIPS PART 1 & 2
TUESDAY, AUGUST 20 & SEPTEMBER 17, 2024 @ 7PM CST/8PM EST
GUEST SPEAKER: DR. ALONZA AND MRS. VANESSA JONES
Alonza and Vanessa Jones are the founders of Biblical Marriage Institute—a 501(c)(3) nonprofit ministry created to prevent marital and family breakdown through biblical education and mentoring.
As marriage educators, the Joneses have ministered globally and have been featured on local and national media programs, including American Family Radio. They have written numerous articles and curricula for married and single people. Some of their writings appear in The Birmingham Christian Family Magazine, Christian Devotions, and The Upper Room—which has been translated
into 30 languages in more than 100 countries.
The Joneses are regular speakers at marriage conferences and retreats. By God’s grace, they have been helping marriages and families for four decades.
SESSION TOPIC: CARING FOR A LOVED ONE - WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW
TUESDAY, APRIL 23, 2024 @ 7PM CST/8PM EST
GUEST SPEAKER: TRACI FRAZER
Traci joined Right at Home in July 2023, bringing over a decade of expertise in Home Health and Hospice since 2007. The most fulfilling aspect of her current role is helping individuals navigate challenging situations, whether by crafting Care Plans or collaborating with skilled care partners to provide in-home care. Traci's shift from education to healthcare is driven by a deep understanding of her life purpose. Actively leveraging her skills, she passionately shares information and aids people, actively participating in educating the community and
referral sources about available assistance. Traci is a proud mom of two and their lives are filled with sports activities, outdoor adventures, and a love for travel - especially the beach!
SESSION TOPIC: TOOLS MEN WANT IN THEIR IDEAL WOMAN
MALE PANEL DISCUSSION
TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 20, 2024 @ 7PM CST/8PM EST
GUEST SPEAKER(s): Devin Austin, Xavier Nelson, Bobby Davis, & Dr. Larry George
SESSION TOPIC: TOOLS FOR THE LATE BLOOMER -
IT'S NEVER TOO LATE TO BUILD YOUR DREAMS
TUESDAY, AUGUST 22, 2023 @ 7PM CST/8PM EST
GUEST SPEAKER: LIZA PAIGE
Liza Paige, Late Blooming Author, Speaker, Motivator and Student has faced odds that were seemingly against her, especially as it relates to being a woman of a certain age in today’s society. She made a choice to dismiss her own fears, and the opinions of others and decided that she would have to become ageless if she wanted to shoot for the moon and accomplish the goals that she knew she was destined to accomplish and to become the person that God ordained her to be.
"It's Never Too Late"
SESSION TOPIC: RECOGNIZING OUR UNCONSCIOUS BIASES
TUESDAY, JULY 18, 2023 @ 7PM CST/8PM EST
GUEST SPEAKER: TONI BOWIE
Toni Bowie, a DEI strategist with over 30 years of experience, is committed to creating safe spaces for vital conversations and driving actionable organizational change in the equity, diversity, and inclusion (DEI) field. As the managing partner of MaxLife, LLC, she leads a dedicated team focused on this important work. Toni holds certifications in Diversity Executive, Organizational Development, Change Management, and Professional Coaching.
SESSION TOPIC: REBUILDING AFTER TRAUMA - Recognizing Hidden
Effects On Our Mental, Emotional, Physical, Financial, & Sexual State
TUESDAY, APRIL 25, 2023 @ 7PM CST/8PM EST
GUEST SPEAKER: DEEGAN MALONE, ED.S., LPC, JSOCC
Deegan Malone is a clinical therapist who has operated a private practice in Birmingham, Alabama, since 1999. Ms. Malone’s practice specializes in sexually problematic behaviors and those who have sexually harmed others. She is a 3-time graduate of Jacksonville State University, obtaining 2 undergraduate degrees and a master’s degree. Ms. Malone was also an instructor at UAB in the School of Human Studies graduate program for over 11 years teaching the dynamics of sexual abuse to graduate students.
SESSION TOPIC: HEALTHY ALTERNATIVE CHOICES TO A BETTER ME
TUESDAY, MARCH 28, 2023 @ 7PM CST/8PM EST
GUEST SPEAKER: DR. ALEX CASEY
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A native Alabamian, Dr. Alex Casey is a board-certified Chiropractor and Neuropathy Specialist. His lifelong exposure to areas of medicine and training in physical therapy and athletic training, has led to his approach to non-surgical, non-narcotic healthcare. After managing thousands of cases and speaking to multiple groups about health, he’s created a system of wellness-based care streamlining how the human body can perform at its best.
SESSION TOPIC: HOW DO I KNOW I LOVE ME?
TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 28, 2023 @ 7PM CST/8PM EST
GUEST SPEAKER: DR. SAMUEL E. JONES
With over 25 years’ experience as a mental health professional, Dr. Samuel Jones is a Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist and a clinical member of the American Association of Marriage and Family Therapists. He specializes in individual, couples and family therapy, and maintains a private practice in the Trussville/Clay areas of Alabama.
SESSION TOPICS:
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Repairing Relationships Between Law Enforcement and the Community
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Safety for Women
TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 20, 2022 @ 7PM CST/8PM EST
GUEST SPEAKER: SHERIFF MARK PETTAWAY
Mark Pettway, Sheriff for Jefferson County, AL
Sheriff Pettway has diligently served as a law enforcement officer for over 27 years. On Tuesday, November 6, 2018, he made history as the first African-American elected as Sheriff of Jefferson County. Now, as sheriff, he is committed to bridging the gap between law enforcement and the community and making Jefferson County an overall better place to live for everyone.
SESSION TOPIC: THE MEASURMENT OF LOVE
"How Do We Love Ourselves? How Do We Measure The Love of Others?"
TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 22, 2022 @ 7PM CST/8PM EST
GUEST SPEAKER: SONYA WILSON, MSA, LPC
Sonya Wilson, MSA, LPC
Licensed Professional Counselor
Owner of Peace Lov Harmony Counseling
Sonya has ten plus years of experience in the mental health field. Sonya finds it a pleasure to work hand in hand with people overcoming depression, anxiety, trauma, built-up anger, unhealthy relationships, and confronting bullying all while balancing the normal day-to-day demands of life. Her goal is to help clients establish firm boundaries, communicate assertively, and practice self-care while maintaining peace, love, and harmony in their lives.
SESSION TOPIC: BUILDING Resistance
COVID: THE DELTA VARIANT
WHAT SHOULD WOMEN KNOW?
TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 14, 2021 @ 7PM CST/8PM EST
GUEST SPEAKER: DR. BERTHA A. HIDALGO, PhD, MPH
Dr. Bertha A. Hidalgo, PhD, MPH
Associate Professor
Department of Epidemiology & Faculty Scholar in the Center for the
Study of Community Health, UAB
SESSION TOPIC: BUILDING A MORE BEAUTIFUL YOU
TUESDAY, JULY 27, 2021 @ 7PM CST/8PM EST
GUEST SPEAKER: CURTIS STARKS
Curtis Starks
Founder/Owner of TRAIN & BURN
His program design includes functional training, nutrition education, and lifestyle changes as a way to achieve and maintain desired weights and healthier lifestyles. With over 22 years of personal training experience, he has evolved as a “trendsetter,” being one of Birmingham’s top personal trainers.
SESSION TOPIC: BUILDING YOUR FINANCIAL FUTURE AT ANY AGE
TUESDAY, MARCH 23, 2021 @ 7PM CST/8PM EST
GUEST SPEAKER: ANTONIO D. SANKEY
Antonio D. Sankey
Founder and President of
ADS Wealth Management LLC
Registered Investment Adviser that provides comprehensive financial planning and wealth management in Alabama
SESSION TOPIC HEART REPAIR: NO MORE BROKEN HEARTS
TOOLS TO BUILD A SUCCESSFUL RELATIONSHIP
TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 23, 2021 @ 7PM CST/8PM EST
GUEST SPEAKERS:
apostle sam J. Jones
CEO and Co-Founder of
Families in Focus Christian Network,
Author of Breaking the Spirit of Addiction,
Initiator of the University of Alabama Birmingham Fatherhood Initiative
Dr. Francine Jones
President and Co-Founder of Families In Focus Christian Network, Co-Founder of the 2010 National Network of Intercessory Pray-ers, provider of counsel and therapy for children, families.
(A VALENTINES DAY SPECIAL SESSION)
SESSION TOPIC: THE COVID-19 REPAIR:
VACCINE 101 AND WHAT YOU SHOULD KNOW AS A WOMAN
TUESDAY, JANUARY 26, 2021 @ 7PM CST/8PM EST
GUEST SPEAKER: DR. BERTHA A. HIDALGO, PhD, MPH
Dr. Bertha A. Hidalgo, PhD, MPH
Associate Professor
Department of Epidemiology & Faculty Scholar in the Center for the
Study of Community Health, UAB
SESSION TOPIC: LEGAL TOOLS PT. 2
BACK BY POPULAR DEMAND
TUESDAY, OCTOBER 27, 2020 @ 7PM CST/8PM EST
GUEST SPEAKERS:
Jamaria Moore
Municipal Judge
City of Birmingham
Certified Appellate Mediator
State Registered Mediator
Probate, Adoption, Wills, Involuntary Commitment
Referee Clotele Brantley
Family Court Jefferson County
Family Court, Child Support, Delinquency
Ruby Davis
The Davis Law Group, LLC
Bankruptcy Law
Tiara Young Hudson
Deputy Public Defender
Jefferson County Public Defender’s Office
Criminal Law
Laura Susan Burns
Burns, Brashier, & Johnson, LLC
Domestic Relations
SESSION TOPIC: STRESS AND MENTAL WELLNESS
TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 29, 2020 @ 7PM CST/ 8PM EST
GUEST SPEAKERS:
CHARLOTTE JENKINS
Mental Health Awareness
NIKKIA TISABY
DEBRA TURNER
Eradicating shame associated with Mental Illness
and Distress
Mental Health
Women's Studies
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SESSION TOPIC: BOOK WRITING TOOLS
TUESDAY, MAY 19, 2020 @ 7PM CST/8PM EST
GUEST SPEAKER: VANESSA DAVIS GRIGGS
Vanessa is a motivational speaker, author of over 15 novels, and recipient of numerous recognitions and awards, including the Certificate of Special Congressional Recognition. Her book Practicing What You Preach earned the EDC's Best Book Award in the Faith-based category.
SESSION TOPIC: SUCCESS STRATEGIES
TUESDAY, APRIL 28, 2020 @ 7PM CST/8PM EST
GUEST SPEAKER: LARRY THORNTON
Larry Thornton
Entrepreneur, four store McDonald's franchise owner, author of Why Not Win? and Founder of Why Not Win Institute