Angela Terrell
Convener, Tamar, Arise · Producer, Women of Faith: Coping With Trauma
Filmmaker · Former Broadcast Reporter
An Annual Summit · Inaugural Year
Tamar,Arise
A national summit for Black women and girls who have survived childhood sexual abuse — healing, advocacy, and empowerment, together.
April 17, 2027Washington, D.C.Venue to be announced
Inspired by the story of Tamar (2 Samuel 13) — a call to break silence, pursue healing, and arise.
“Arise, shine, for your light has come, and the glory of the Lord rises upon you.”
Isaiah 60:1
The Gathering
A room where it is safe to speak out loud.
This is what it looked like the first time we gathered to screen the film - Women of Faith Coping with Trauma — women were present and refused to carry their story alone any longer.
About the Summit
Her story does not end in silence.
Named for the daughter of King David whose story of sexual violation and abandonment is recorded in Scripture, this summit gathers survivors, clinicians, clergy, educators, and advocates to do the sacred work of healing — together.
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Break the Silence
Create a courageous, safe space for disclosure, dialogue, and restored dignity for survivors.
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Equip the Community
Train clergy, pediatricians, therapists, and educators to recognize, respond to, and prevent abuse.
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Demand Systemic Change
Drive policy reform and institutional accountability for the protection of Black children.
The Crisis in Numbers
A crisis disproportionately borne — and largely unaddressed.
1 in 4
Girls in America
experience childhood sexual abuse before age 18.
National Children's Alliance, 2024
19%
Of Black Women
report 4 or more ACEs — the threshold linked to severe, lifelong health consequences.
Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health, 2019
61%
Of Black Children
have experienced at least one Adverse Childhood Experience (ACE).
Child Trends · 2016 NSCH
530K+
Children Confirmed Abused
in the United States in 2024 alone — millions more go unreported.
National Children's Alliance, 2024
Featured Voices
Nationally recognized leaders in theology, medicine & advocacy.
Dr. Indira M. Henard
Executive Director, DC Rape Crisis Center
Dr. Janene Ryan, PhD
Childhood Studies Researcher · Clinical Professional
Circuit Court for Prince George's County
Karen Piper Mitchell
Deputy State's Attorney for Charles County, Maryland
25+ Years as a Career Prosecutor
Dr. Tyreese R. Woulard McAllister
Founder & Chief Clinical Officer, Clinical and Forensic Associates
Founder, Ayana J. McAllister Legacy Foundation
Dr. Johnette Ruffner-Ceaser
Founder & CEO, Liberated Expressions® · Executive Career Strategist
Career Counselor · Adjunct Professor · Podcast Host
Community Support
With Gratitude to Our Supporting Businesses
These business owners are standing with survivors and helping make this gathering possible.
LaVaughn Seepersad-Fayson
Cheeky Geeky Menopause
Danielle Estrada
Hook N Strapt
Mariessa Terrell
The High Tea Society for Girls
Rev. Rosetta Robinson
The Council of Churches of Greater Washington
Sponsorship
Join us in this sacred work.
Your sponsorship funds healing, education, and systemic change — and places your organization at the center of a historic inaugural moment.
Covenant$25,000+
Restoration$10,000
Healing$5,000
Arise$2,500