Celebrate Your Heritage with Us

Understanding your ancestry is a beautiful journey that fosters a strong sense of

identity and belonging. By tracing your roots, you connect with the vibrant

cultures, rich experiences, and challenges that your ancestors faced. This

exploration not only deepens your appreciation of your heritage but also

highlights unique personal traits and sheds light on potential health insights.

Plus, it helps preserve cherished family stories and traditions, ensuring that

your legacy thrives for generations to come.

At SPEAK UP FOR A CHANGE we wholeheartedly embrace the beauty of cultural

diversity and inclusion. Our mission is to bridge gaps and unite communities by

celebrating our shared histories. We believe that by learning about our lineages,

we can ignite pride in our heritage and foster a sense of unity among diverse

groups. This is especially important for Afro Descendants and Africans, as our

shared history can empower us to overcome disparities and promote

collaboration.

Mark your calendars for OCTOBER 4, 2025

We are excited to crown an Afro Descendant woman as the Developmental

Queen Mother, alongside Kings and Queens from various regions of Africa. Her

inspiring role will be to advocate for unity among Africans and Afro

Descendants, reminding us that we are all part of one big family.

Together, we can drive meaningful change and celebrate the rich tapestry of

our cultures.

MAY GOD BLESS ALL

EVENT Our Schedule:

SATURDAY OCTOBER 4, 2025

2P OPEN MARKET

5P VIP MEET & GREET

6P CORONATION

Our WHY

STOP THE VIOLENCE AGAINST WOMEN

Let us unite our voices to declare,

"Stop Domestic Violence in Families within Our

Communities."

We recognize that domestic violence yields no

positive outcomes; rather, it has the potential to

transform a healthy, strong individual into

someone who is unstable, unwell, bitter,

isolated, and angry, especially in the absence of a

supportive community.

It is evident that numerous households remain

afflicted by domestic violence, despite the

considerable efforts made to assist families and

children in need.

In light of this, our organization, Speak Up For A

Change, in collaboration with the City of Virginia

Beach and under the leadership of Mayor Bobby

Dyer is committed to rallying voices and

professionals to once again prioritize the well-

being of every family.

Domestic violence is often not a consideration,

particularly when one’s life is at risk. Therefore,

Speak Up For A Change has engaged young

women and girls who have endured similar

experiences to serve as ambassadors, working

alongside a selected leader to impact, reflect,

and represent every home, ensuring that each

has a voice. Join us on October 4, 2025, in

officiating the commemoration of these ladies.

Together, we will ensure that no home is left in