First time joining? Here's what to expect:
• Guest Speaker •
Listen to our inspiring guest speaker.
(Appx. 15-20 minutes, followed by a 10-minute Q&A.)
• Speed Networking •
Get ready with your 30 second elevator pitch and have an opportunity to be part of our speed-networking session that follows.
(Appx. 20 minutes.)
• Break Out Rooms •
Become acquainted with fellow members when we break out into rooms for further discussion about a chosen business topic.
(Appx. 10-15 minutes.)
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JUNE'S GUEST SPEAKERS
Stacy Reed-Barnes
Author & Director of Peer Mentorship & Advocacy at Nonprofit RIA – Ready Inspire Act
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Heather Wightman
Executive Director & Founder of Nonprofit RIA – Ready Inspire Act
PROGRAM DESCRIPTION
"What Is RIA?"
RIA is a a 501c (3) non-profit organization based in Framingham MA. Ria Inc. fights for women who are victims of sexual exploitation, trafficking, and prostitution. Their goal is to increase resiliency, self-worth, and self-reliance in the people they serve. RIA is lead by a team of survivors and allies, and offer a range of services including emotional and safety support, information and referrals, personal advocacy, peer mentorship, clinical therapy, and case management. RIA also provides peer support groups that offer access to a caring and informed community.
