Voice for the Voiceless
Real. Raw. Relatable
Inonda brings her own story of pain, purpose, and healing to stages around the country - sharing powerful messages about faith, self-worth, mental health, and identity.
Her goal. to let every listener know they are seen, heard, and never alone.
Topics I speak on:
- Turning Pain Into Purpose
- Faith, Identity, and Confidence
- Chasing Passion
- Navigating Love, Loss, and Heartbreak at a Young Age
- Empowerment
- Mental Health & Suicide Awareness
- Embracing Discomfort for Growth
- Healing Through Poetry
- Celebrating Black Excellence
Past Engadgments
Mayor’s Youth Commission
Black History Month celebration (Letting OUR Voices Be Heard)
Black History Month celebration (Letting OUR Voices Be Heard)
📍 Missouri City, TX | May 8, 2025
Invited by Mayor Robin Elackatt, Inonda Peterson delivered the keynote address for the Mayor’s Youth Commission, inspiring youth leaders with a talk on “Stepping Into the Unknown.” Her message focused on courage, faith, and navigating seasons of uncertainty with boldness and purpose.
Black History Month celebration (Letting OUR Voices Be Heard)
Black History Month celebration (Letting OUR Voices Be Heard)
Black History Month celebration (Letting OUR Voices Be Heard)
Mitchell College
📍New London, Connecticut / February 23, 2025
Inonda Peterson created and hosted this powerful Black History Month event, drawing an audience of over 500 people. As the emcee, she guided attendees through a rich program of performances that celebrated and uplifted inspiring Black voices and community leaders.
14th Annual Prison Awareness & Prevention Gathering
Black History Month celebration (Letting OUR Voices Be Heard)
Shiloh Baptist Church
📍New London, CT | October 26, 2024
Invited by Winston Taylor, Inonda Peterson delivered the keynote address and shared her personal testimony at this powerful community event. The gathering focused on building and strengthening leadership in the face of systemic challenges and fostering hope for individuals impacted by incarceration.
Freshmen Assembly
University of Connecticut – Storrs Campus
📍 Storrs, CT | August 24, 2024
Invited by her mentor Kevin Booker Jr., Inonda Peterson addressed an audience of 3,000+ incoming freshmen, sharing a powerful message on “Getting Comfortable Being Uncomfortable.” Her talk encouraged students to embrace growth, change, and leadership through life’s uncertainties.
Featured Poet
University of Connecticut – Avery Point Campus
📍 Groton, CT | February 19, 2025
Inonda Peterson shared a powerful poem of embracing black beauty. The event was themed “Ways of Belonging, encouraged listeners to embrace finding their voice and identity while mastering the art of living with purpose. “
Empowering Youth at Kelly Middle School
Kelly Middle School – Norwich, CT
📍 Norwich, CT | April 23, 2025
Inonda Peterson has spoken to 7th and 8th graders about healthy and unhealthy relationships, teaching them how to identify red flags and build positive connections.
Empowering Youth a Bennie Dover Middle School
Empowering Youth a Bennie Dover Middle School
Empowering Youth a Bennie Dover Middle School
Bennie Dover Middle School – New London, CT
📍 New London, CT | February 27, 2025
Inonda Peterson has spoken to 7th and 8th graders about stepping into their purpose and shared her personal testimony to inspire and empower young students.