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Tools, Guides & Connections for the People Doing This Work Every Day

Whether you're a professional looking to go deeper, an organizer ready to book, or someone who needs help right now — this page was built for you.

For Event Organizers & Professionals

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These tools were built for the educators, social workers, advocates, administrators, and event planners who don't just want to hear about this work — they want to do something with it. Download what you need and share it with your team.

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Fonda J. Royster — Official Speaker Sheet

Everything your planning committee needs in one page. Bio, speaking topics, audience types, pricing tiers, availability, and booking contact — clean, clear, and ready to share.

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Say It Right: A Trauma-Informed Language Guide for Professionals

The words we use matter — especially when talking about vulnerable youth and survivors. This guide gives practical, trauma-responsive language for educators, social workers, counselors, and community leaders.

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Hosting a Speaker on Sensitive Topics: A Planning Checklist

From room setup to audience prep to post-event follow-up — this checklist helps your organization get the most out of Fonda's presentation and make sure your audience is ready to receive it.

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Safe People, Safe Spaces by Dr. Fonda J. Royster Coming January 2027

Safe People, Safe Spaces

Become a Professional That Vulnerable Youth Can Trust — a trauma-responsive guide for professionals who serve youth impacted by dating violence, trafficking, homelessness, and foster care.

Free Topic Guides

Start the Conversation Before She Gets There

Each guide is built around one of Fonda's core speaking topics. Short, practical, and written for real people doing real work — not for academics. Download, share with your team, and start the conversation your community needs to have.

Youth Homelessness

Warning Signs Every Adult Should Know

A practical guide for educators, community members, and service providers on recognizing unaccompanied youth, understanding their needs, and knowing what to do next.

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Teen Dating Violence

Red Flags, Real Conversations

For parents, counselors, and youth workers who want to recognize warning signs, have better conversations with teens, and respond with accountability and care.

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Human Trafficking

What to Look For: A Community Prevention Guide

A grounded, prevention-focused guide that helps communities and professionals understand risk factors, warning signs, and the importance of trauma-responsive support.

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Domestic Violence

Supporting Survivors Through Systems

A professional reference guide for social workers, healthcare providers, law enforcement, and faith leaders on responding to domestic violence with competence and compassion.

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Who Fonda Serves

Perfect For These Audiences & Event Types

Fonda speaks where the work matters most — with professionals and leaders who serve vulnerable youth every day.

⚠ If you are in immediate danger, please call 911.

Youth Homelessness

Support for Unaccompanied Youth
National Runaway Safeline
1-800-RUNAWAY · Available 24/7
True Colors United
truecolorsunited.org
Open Arms Transformation Living
Local Toledo support
oatltoledo.square.site

Teen Dating Violence

Help for Teens & Those Who Love Them
loveisrespect.org
Text, call, or chat 24/7
National Domestic Violence Hotline
1-800-799-7233
Break the Cycle
breakthecycle.org

Domestic Violence

Support for Survivors & Families
National Domestic Violence Hotline
1-800-799-7233 · Available 24/7
Find Local Resources
thehotline.org/get-help

Mental Health & Trauma

You Deserve Support Too
Crisis Text Line
Text HOME to 741741 · Free, 24/7
988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline
Call or text 988
SAMHSA National Helpline
1-800-662-4357 · Free & confidential

Human Trafficking

Report, Connect & Get Support
National Human Trafficking Hotline
1-888-373-7888 · Text "HELP" to 233733
National Center for Missing & Exploited Children
1-800-843-5678
Polaris Project
polarisproject.org

Foster Care & Youth Services

Resources for Youth in the System
Child Welfare Information Gateway
childwelfare.gov
Casey Family Programs
casey.org
FosterClub
fosterclub.com
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