Khalilah H. Purnell delivers powerful talks and interactive workshops that inspire transformation, healing, and resilience. Whether in schools, correctional facilities, or community spaces, her sessions are designed to spark conversation, encourage self-reflection, and give participants the tools to see beyond their present circumstances.

Each presentation is tailored to the audience, blending storytelling, creativity, and real-world strategies that leave a lasting impact

School Programs (Elementary – College)

• The Power of Words → How reading, writing, and journaling build self-esteem and healing.

• Kings & Queens of Color → Representation, identity, and believing in your greatness.

• Choices & Chances → Making positive decisions for a stronger future.

• Voices That Matter → Speaking up, advocacy, and leadership for young people.

• Creative Writing & Journaling Workshops → Hands-on sessions for students to create, reflect, and express themselves.

 Correctional Facility Programs (Jails & Prisons)

• Second Chances, Stronger Voices → Building a future beyond mistakes.

• Healing Through Writing → Poetry and journaling as tools for release and reflection.

• Breaking Cycles, Building Legacies → From survival to leadership.

• Identity & Self-Worth → Reclaiming dignity, power, and purpose.

• Mentorship Matters → Becoming a voice of change within community and family

Community Events & Conferences

• Faith & Resilience → How spirituality and self-belief sustain us through trials.

• Community Healing Through Art & Advocacy → Using creativity to address violence, injustice, and trauma.

• Youth Empowerment Workshops → Teaching leadership, accountability, and community pride.

• Paint Night: Healing on Canvas → A guided paint session to express emotions, release pain, and reimagine hope.

🖋️ Workshop Styles

• Poetry & Reflection Circles

• Empowerment Journaling Sessions

• Storytelling for Change

• Vision Mapping Sessions

• Expressive Paint Night

  Book Khalilah

  For author visits, school workshops, correctional facility programs, or community events, Contact at bookingkhalilahpurnell@gmail.com