Amy Daumit suffered in an abusive relationship for nearly 20 years. Today she works to help people find a different way. The Forget Me Not flower is a small, unassuming blue bloom, named for the mission not to forget the suffering, the poor and the needy. This flower and its heavy meaning is embedded in … Continue reading Not Silent, Not Alone
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October Activism — Domestic Violence Awareness
It was almost seven years ago that I got an email from Laura Finley, a board member of South Florida-based No More Tears, pitching me a story about the nonprofit and its founder, Somy Ali. A former Bollywood actress, she founded the charity from the ground up and has been helping people in violent relationships … Continue reading October Activism — Domestic Violence Awareness
The Advocate: Somy Ali
The one-time Bollywood actress and model stepped away from the bright lights to be a beacon of hope for survivors of domestic violence and human trafficking. This October, in addition to a sea of people wearing pink in support of Breast Cancer Awareness Month, some — like Somy Ali — will be donning purple. She's … Continue reading The Advocate: Somy Ali