Child Advocacy Center of Aiken County

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<img src="https://res.cloudinary.com/hxn9dbuhd/image/upload/v1666989741/yihf8zm0xfppvth5hjrn.png" style="width:774px;display:block;vertical-align:top;margin:5px auto;text-align:center;position:relative;max-width:100%;cursor:pointer;padding:0px 1px;user-select:none;box-sizing:inherit" /> <p style="box-sizing:border-box;margin:0px 0px 15px;font-size:14px;line-height:1.6em;border:none;background:none;box-shadow:none;color:rgb(49, 58, 62);font-family:Arial, Helvetica, Verdana, Tahoma, sans-serif;font-style:normal;font-variant-ligatures:normal;font-variant-caps:normal;font-weight:400;letter-spacing:normal;orphans:2;text-align:left;text-indent:0px;text-transform:none;white-space:normal;widows:2;word-spacing:0px;-webkit-text-stroke-width:0px;text-decoration-thickness:initial;text-decoration-style:initial;text-decoration-color:initial">About Venus Morris Griffin<p style="box-sizing:border-box;margin:0px 0px 15px;font-size:14px;line-height:1.6em;border:none;background:none;box-shadow:none;color:rgb(49, 58, 62);font-family:Arial, Helvetica, Verdana, Tahoma, sans-serif;font-style:normal;font-variant-ligatures:normal;font-variant-caps:normal;font-weight:400;letter-spacing:normal;orphans:2;text-align:left;text-indent:0px;text-transform:none;white-space:normal;widows:2;word-spacing:0px;-webkit-text-stroke-width:0px;text-decoration-thickness:initial;text-decoration-style:initial;text-decoration-color:initial"> <p style="box-sizing:border-box;margin:0px 0px 15px;font-size:14px;line-height:1.6em;border:none;background:none;box-shadow:none;color:rgb(49, 58, 62);font-family:Arial, Helvetica, Verdana, Tahoma, sans-serif;font-style:normal;font-variant-ligatures:normal;font-variant-caps:normal;font-weight:400;letter-spacing:normal;orphans:2;text-align:left;text-indent:0px;text-transform:none;white-space:normal;widows:2;word-spacing:0px;-webkit-text-stroke-width:0px;text-decoration-thickness:initial;text-decoration-style:initial;text-decoration-color:initial">Venus Morris Griffin is a dynamic real estate agent and leader in her industry. She's a graduate of the University of South Carolina, an author, mother of seven, and motivational speaker. She's also a survivor. Her story is one of enduring and conquering unspeakable betrayal.<p style="box-sizing:border-box;margin:0px 0px 15px;font-size:14px;line-height:1.6em;border:none;background:none;box-shadow:none;color:rgb(49, 58, 62);font-family:Arial, Helvetica, Verdana, Tahoma, sans-serif;font-style:normal;font-variant-ligatures:normal;font-variant-caps:normal;font-weight:400;letter-spacing:normal;orphans:2;text-align:left;text-indent:0px;text-transform:none;white-space:normal;widows:2;word-spacing:0px;-webkit-text-stroke-width:0px;text-decoration-thickness:initial;text-decoration-style:initial;text-decoration-color:initial"> <p style="box-sizing:border-box;margin:0px 0px 15px;font-size:14px;line-height:1.6em;border:none;background:none;box-shadow:none;color:rgb(49, 58, 62);font-family:Arial, Helvetica, Verdana, Tahoma, sans-serif;font-style:normal;font-variant-ligatures:normal;font-variant-caps:normal;font-weight:400;letter-spacing:normal;orphans:2;text-align:left;text-indent:0px;text-transform:none;white-space:normal;widows:2;word-spacing:0px;-webkit-text-stroke-width:0px;text-decoration-thickness:initial;text-decoration-style:initial;text-decoration-color:initial">In 2011, Venus received a phone call that delivered devastating news and changed her life forever. After years of working to survive a volatile and verbally abusive relationship with her husband, that call began to reveal an even darker and more dangerous side to him.<p style="box-sizing:border-box;margin:0px 0px 15px;font-size:14px;line-height:1.6em;border:none;background:none;box-shadow:none;color:rgb(49, 58, 62);font-family:Arial, Helvetica, Verdana, Tahoma, sans-serif;font-style:normal;font-variant-ligatures:normal;font-variant-caps:normal;font-weight:400;letter-spacing:normal;orphans:2;text-align:left;text-indent:0px;text-transform:none;white-space:normal;widows:2;word-spacing:0px;-webkit-text-stroke-width:0px;text-decoration-thickness:initial;text-decoration-style:initial;text-decoration-color:initial"> <p style="box-sizing:border-box;margin:0px 0px 15px;font-size:14px;line-height:1.6em;border:none;background:none;box-shadow:none;color:rgb(49, 58, 62);font-family:Arial, Helvetica, Verdana, Tahoma, sans-serif;font-style:normal;font-variant-ligatures:normal;font-variant-caps:normal;font-weight:400;letter-spacing:normal;orphans:2;text-align:left;text-indent:0px;text-transform:none;white-space:normal;widows:2;word-spacing:0px;-webkit-text-stroke-width:0px;text-decoration-thickness:initial;text-decoration-style:initial;text-decoration-color:initial">Out of devastating heartbreak and against seemingly insurmountable odds, Venus began rebuilding her life.<p style="box-sizing:border-box;margin:0px 0px 15px;font-size:14px;line-height:1.6em;border:none;background:none;box-shadow:none;color:rgb(49, 58, 62);font-family:Arial, Helvetica, Verdana, Tahoma, sans-serif;font-style:normal;font-variant-ligatures:normal;font-variant-caps:normal;font-weight:400;letter-spacing:normal;orphans:2;text-align:left;text-indent:0px;text-transform:none;white-space:normal;widows:2;word-spacing:0px;-webkit-text-stroke-width:0px;text-decoration-thickness:initial;text-decoration-style:initial;text-decoration-color:initial">She took her real estate career to new heights, rising to become vice president at Meybohm Real Estate in Augusta, Georgia where she consistently ranks as the number one top-producing agent. Her $460 million in career sales is a testament to her success and dedication to her craft.<p style="box-sizing:border-box;margin:0px 0px 15px;font-size:14px;line-height:1.6em;border:none;background:none;box-shadow:none;color:rgb(49, 58, 62);font-family:Arial, Helvetica, Verdana, Tahoma, sans-serif;font-style:normal;font-variant-ligatures:normal;font-variant-caps:normal;font-weight:400;letter-spacing:normal;orphans:2;text-align:left;text-indent:0px;text-transform:none;white-space:normal;widows:2;word-spacing:0px;-webkit-text-stroke-width:0px;text-decoration-thickness:initial;text-decoration-style:initial;text-decoration-color:initial"> <p style="box-sizing:border-box;margin:0px 0px 15px;font-size:14px;line-height:1.6em;border:none;background:none;box-shadow:none;color:rgb(49, 58, 62);font-family:Arial, Helvetica, Verdana, Tahoma, sans-serif;font-style:normal;font-variant-ligatures:normal;font-variant-caps:normal;font-weight:400;letter-spacing:normal;orphans:2;text-align:left;text-indent:0px;text-transform:none;white-space:normal;widows:2;word-spacing:0px;-webkit-text-stroke-width:0px;text-decoration-thickness:initial;text-decoration-style:initial;text-decoration-color:initial">Her story of conquering a dire situation went viral when it appeared in the Humans of New York series, a human interest project with over 20 million followers on social media. The 13-part Instagram saga appealed to broad audiences who were riveted as the events of her story unfolded. It led to thousands of women all over the world reaching out to Venus. She welcomed an outpouring of appreciation for how she fortified them with the strength to take control of their lives.<p style="box-sizing:border-box;margin:0px 0px 15px;font-size:14px;line-height:1.6em;border:none;background:none;box-shadow:none;color:rgb(49, 58, 62);font-family:Arial, Helvetica, Verdana, Tahoma, sans-serif;font-style:normal;font-variant-ligatures:normal;font-variant-caps:normal;font-weight:400;letter-spacing:normal;orphans:2;text-align:left;text-indent:0px;text-transform:none;white-space:normal;widows:2;word-spacing:0px;-webkit-text-stroke-width:0px;text-decoration-thickness:initial;text-decoration-style:initial;text-decoration-color:initial"> <p style="box-sizing:border-box;margin:0px 0px 15px;font-size:14px;line-height:1.6em;border:none;background:none;box-shadow:none;color:rgb(49, 58, 62);font-family:Arial, Helvetica, Verdana, Tahoma, sans-serif;font-style:normal;font-variant-ligatures:normal;font-variant-caps:normal;font-weight:400;letter-spacing:normal;orphans:2;text-align:left;text-indent:0px;text-transform:none;white-space:normal;widows:2;word-spacing:0px;-webkit-text-stroke-width:0px;text-decoration-thickness:initial;text-decoration-style:initial;text-decoration-color:initial">Countless media sites have subsequently featured Venus as a guest and shared her story. She’s amassed tens of thousands of followers on her various social media accounts where she actively engages and connects with people who are receptive to her message.<p style="box-sizing:border-box;margin:0px 0px 15px;font-size:14px;line-height:1.6em;border:none;background:none;box-shadow:none;color:rgb(49, 58, 62);font-family:Arial, Helvetica, Verdana, Tahoma, sans-serif;font-style:normal;font-variant-ligatures:normal;font-variant-caps:normal;font-weight:400;letter-spacing:normal;orphans:2;text-align:left;text-indent:0px;text-transform:none;white-space:normal;widows:2;word-spacing:0px;-webkit-text-stroke-width:0px;text-decoration-thickness:initial;text-decoration-style:initial;text-decoration-color:initial"> <p style="box-sizing:border-box;margin:0px 0px 15px;font-size:14px;line-height:1.6em;border:none;background:none;box-shadow:none;color:rgb(49, 58, 62);font-family:Arial, Helvetica, Verdana, Tahoma, sans-serif;font-style:normal;font-variant-ligatures:normal;font-variant-caps:normal;font-weight:400;letter-spacing:normal;orphans:2;text-align:left;text-indent:0px;text-transform:none;white-space:normal;widows:2;word-spacing:0px;-webkit-text-stroke-width:0px;text-decoration-thickness:initial;text-decoration-style:initial;text-decoration-color:initial">She travels the globe sharing her story as part of her mission to offer guidance, support, and hope to those who may feel defeated by adversity. Venus plans to continue touching others through her book scheduled for release in fall 2022 that chronicles her complete story.<p style="box-sizing:border-box;margin:0px 0px 15px;font-size:14px;line-height:1.6em;border:none;background:none;box-shadow:none;color:rgb(49, 58, 62);font-family:Arial, Helvetica, Verdana, Tahoma, sans-serif;font-style:normal;font-variant-ligatures:normal;font-variant-caps:normal;font-weight:400;letter-spacing:normal;orphans:2;text-align:left;text-indent:0px;text-transform:none;white-space:normal;widows:2;word-spacing:0px;-webkit-text-stroke-width:0px;text-decoration-thickness:initial;text-decoration-style:initial;text-decoration-color:initial"> <p style="box-sizing:border-box;margin:0px 0px 15px;font-size:14px;line-height:1.6em;border:none;background:none;box-shadow:none;color:rgb(49, 58, 62);font-family:Arial, Helvetica, Verdana, Tahoma, sans-serif;font-style:normal;font-variant-ligatures:normal;font-variant-caps:normal;font-weight:400;letter-spacing:normal;orphans:2;text-align:left;text-indent:0px;text-transform:none;white-space:normal;widows:2;word-spacing:0px;-webkit-text-stroke-width:0px;text-decoration-thickness:initial;text-decoration-style:initial;text-decoration-color:initial">Venus also assists youth who've suffered a trauma similar to what her own children faced. A percentage of the proceeds from her speaking engagements is put toward a $10,000 college scholarship.<p style="box-sizing:border-box;margin:0px 0px 15px;font-size:14px;line-height:1.6em;border:none;background:none;box-shadow:none;color:rgb(49, 58, 62);font-family:Arial, Helvetica, Verdana, Tahoma, sans-serif;font-style:normal;font-variant-ligatures:normal;font-variant-caps:normal;font-weight:400;letter-spacing:normal;orphans:2;text-align:left;text-indent:0px;text-transform:none;white-space:normal;widows:2;word-spacing:0px;-webkit-text-stroke-width:0px;text-decoration-thickness:initial;text-decoration-style:initial;text-decoration-color:initial"> <p style="box-sizing:border-box;margin:0px 0px 15px;font-size:14px;line-height:1.6em;border:none;background:none;box-shadow:none;color:rgb(49, 58, 62);font-family:Arial, Helvetica, Verdana, Tahoma, sans-serif;font-style:normal;font-variant-ligatures:normal;font-variant-caps:normal;font-weight:400;letter-spacing:normal;orphans:2;text-align:left;text-indent:0px;text-transform:none;white-space:normal;widows:2;word-spacing:0px;-webkit-text-stroke-width:0px;text-decoration-thickness:initial;text-decoration-style:initial;text-decoration-color:initial">The Annual Venus Morris Griffin Scholarship Fund, Inc. is a 501(c)(3) organization that rewards a promising student and potential future leader who is enduring the hardship of an incarcerated parent.<p style="box-sizing:border-box;margin:0px 0px 15px;font-size:14px;line-height:1.6em;border:none;background:none;box-shadow:none;color:rgb(49, 58, 62);font-family:Arial, Helvetica, Verdana, Tahoma, sans-serif;font-style:normal;font-variant-ligatures:normal;font-variant-caps:normal;font-weight:400;letter-spacing:normal;orphans:2;text-align:left;text-indent:0px;text-transform:none;white-space:normal;widows:2;word-spacing:0px;-webkit-text-stroke-width:0px;text-decoration-thickness:initial;text-decoration-style:initial;text-decoration-color:initial"> <p style="box-sizing:border-box;margin:0px 0px 15px;font-size:14px;line-height:1.6em;border:none;background:none;box-shadow:none;color:rgb(49, 58, 62);font-family:Arial, Helvetica, Verdana, Tahoma, sans-serif;font-style:normal;font-variant-ligatures:normal;font-variant-caps:normal;font-weight:400;letter-spacing:normal;orphans:2;text-align:left;text-indent:0px;text-transform:none;white-space:normal;widows:2;word-spacing:0px;-webkit-text-stroke-width:0px;text-decoration-thickness:initial;text-decoration-style:initial;text-decoration-color:initial">Through her inspiring story, Venus helps those who are facing struggles or have lost hope. Through compelling honesty and incredible motivating power, Venus leaves a lasting impact on her audiences and, through her generosity and compassion, is building a legacy of future successful leaders. <span style="color:rgb(72, 72, 72);font-family:Roboto;font-size:14px;font-style:normal;font-variant-ligatures:normal;font-variant-caps:normal;font-weight:400;letter-spacing:normal;orphans:2;text-align:justify;text-indent:0px;text-transform:none;white-space:normal;widows:2;word-spacing:0px;-webkit-text-stroke-width:0px;background-color:rgb(255, 255, 255);text-decoration-thickness:initial;text-decoration-style:initial;text-decoration-color:initial;float:none;display:inline !important;box-sizing:inherit">About the Child Advocacy Center of Aiken County The mission of the Child Advocacy Center of Aiken County is to provide intervention, treatment, and prevention services that promote healing for children and their families who have experienced abuse. The CAC of Aiken is a safe, child-friendly facility, where children and their families receive the help they need to move forward after experiencing abuse. All the healing services that children need – forensic interviews, medical care, advocacy support and counseling – are provided by experienced professionals in one safe location. Learn more about the CAC by visiting <a>www.cacofaiken.org</a> <span style="color:rgb(72, 72, 72);font-family:Roboto;font-size:14px;font-style:normal;font-variant-ligatures:normal;font-variant-caps:normal;font-weight:400;letter-spacing:normal;orphans:2;text-align:justify;text-indent:0px;text-transform:none;white-space:normal;widows:2;word-spacing:0px;-webkit-text-stroke-width:0px;background-color:rgb(255, 255, 255);text-decoration-thickness:initial;text-decoration-style:initial;text-decoration-color:initial;float:none;display:inline !important;box-sizing:inherit">About the Sponsor - Huntington Ingalls Industries HII is committed to delivering capabilities of exceptional quality and safety to our customers, and to the safety, health, welfare and development of our employees. We are also committed to maintaining and strengthening a diverse and inclusive workforce and culture that provides a mutually beneficial relationship with our suppliers. It is a culture that drives continuous improvement and transformation of our communities while meeting the expectations of our shareholders. HII’s motto of “Hard Stuff Done Right” speaks to the challenging and complex challenges we tackle inside and outside the walls of the office and shipyard. These words also convey our unwavering commitment to tackling these challenges well and ethically. Doing the right thing includes being a responsible corporation focused on operating in a manner that considers all of our stakeholders, and is consistent with our values. Learn more about HII by visiting <a>www.hii.com</a>

Hello <span contenteditable="false" data-custom-variable="{{firstname}}" style="background-color:rgb(248, 248, 255);border:1px solid rgb(191, 191, 255);border-radius:4px;color:rgb(42, 42, 196);display:inline-block;margin:0px;padding:1px 8px;font-size:11px;line-height:16px;overflow-wrap:anywhere;user-select:none;box-sizing:inherit">First name, Thank you for your reservation to attend a dynamic interaction with Venus Morris Griffin in benefit of the Child Advocacy Center of Aiken County. Event Details: 📭   Newberry Hall, 117 Newberry St SW, Aiken, SC 29801, USA ⌚️   on Wednesday, November 30, 2022 At 06:00 p.m. <img src="https://res.cloudinary.com/hxn9dbuhd/image/upload/v1665082161/qulf3yfgxpgl1zm1uqrr.png" style="width:600px;display:block;vertical-align:top;margin:5px auto;text-align:center;position:relative;max-width:100%;cursor:pointer;padding:0px 1px;user-select:none;box-sizing:inherit" />

<img src="https://res.cloudinary.com/hxn9dbuhd/image/upload/v1666989741/yihf8zm0xfppvth5hjrn.png" style="width:774px;display:block;vertical-align:top;margin:5px auto;text-align:center;position:relative;cursor:pointer;padding:0px 1px;user-select:none;box-sizing:inherit;max-width:100%" /> <p style="box-sizing:border-box;margin:0px 0px 15px;line-height:1.6em;border:none;box-shadow:none;font-style:normal;font-variant-ligatures:normal;font-variant-caps:normal;font-weight:400;letter-spacing:normal;orphans:2;text-align:left;text-indent:0px;text-transform:none;white-space:normal;widows:2;word-spacing:0px;-webkit-text-stroke-width:0px;text-decoration-thickness:initial;text-decoration-style:initial;max-width:100%">About Venus Morris Griffin<p style="box-sizing:border-box;margin:0px 0px 15px;line-height:1.6em;border:none;box-shadow:none;font-style:normal;font-variant-ligatures:normal;font-variant-caps:normal;font-weight:400;letter-spacing:normal;orphans:2;text-align:left;text-indent:0px;text-transform:none;white-space:normal;widows:2;word-spacing:0px;-webkit-text-stroke-width:0px;text-decoration-thickness:initial;text-decoration-style:initial;max-width:100%"> <p style="box-sizing:border-box;margin:0px 0px 15px;line-height:1.6em;border:none;box-shadow:none;font-style:normal;font-variant-ligatures:normal;font-variant-caps:normal;font-weight:400;letter-spacing:normal;orphans:2;text-align:left;text-indent:0px;text-transform:none;white-space:normal;widows:2;word-spacing:0px;-webkit-text-stroke-width:0px;text-decoration-thickness:initial;text-decoration-style:initial;max-width:100%">Venus Morris Griffin is a dynamic real estate agent and leader in her industry. She's a graduate of the University of South Carolina, an author, mother of seven, and motivational speaker. She's also a survivor. Her story is one of enduring and conquering unspeakable betrayal.<p style="box-sizing:border-box;margin:0px 0px 15px;line-height:1.6em;border:none;box-shadow:none;font-style:normal;font-variant-ligatures:normal;font-variant-caps:normal;font-weight:400;letter-spacing:normal;orphans:2;text-align:left;text-indent:0px;text-transform:none;white-space:normal;widows:2;word-spacing:0px;-webkit-text-stroke-width:0px;text-decoration-thickness:initial;text-decoration-style:initial;max-width:100%"> <p style="box-sizing:border-box;margin:0px 0px 15px;line-height:1.6em;border:none;box-shadow:none;font-style:normal;font-variant-ligatures:normal;font-variant-caps:normal;font-weight:400;letter-spacing:normal;orphans:2;text-align:left;text-indent:0px;text-transform:none;white-space:normal;widows:2;word-spacing:0px;-webkit-text-stroke-width:0px;text-decoration-thickness:initial;text-decoration-style:initial;max-width:100%">In 2011, Venus received a phone call that delivered devastating news and changed her life forever. After years of working to survive a volatile and verbally abusive relationship with her husband, that call began to reveal an even darker and more dangerous side to him.<p style="box-sizing:border-box;margin:0px 0px 15px;line-height:1.6em;border:none;box-shadow:none;font-style:normal;font-variant-ligatures:normal;font-variant-caps:normal;font-weight:400;letter-spacing:normal;orphans:2;text-align:left;text-indent:0px;text-transform:none;white-space:normal;widows:2;word-spacing:0px;-webkit-text-stroke-width:0px;text-decoration-thickness:initial;text-decoration-style:initial;max-width:100%"> <p style="box-sizing:border-box;margin:0px 0px 15px;line-height:1.6em;border:none;box-shadow:none;font-style:normal;font-variant-ligatures:normal;font-variant-caps:normal;font-weight:400;letter-spacing:normal;orphans:2;text-align:left;text-indent:0px;text-transform:none;white-space:normal;widows:2;word-spacing:0px;-webkit-text-stroke-width:0px;text-decoration-thickness:initial;text-decoration-style:initial;max-width:100%">Out of devastating heartbreak and against seemingly insurmountable odds, Venus began rebuilding her life.<p style="box-sizing:border-box;margin:0px 0px 15px;line-height:1.6em;border:none;box-shadow:none;font-style:normal;font-variant-ligatures:normal;font-variant-caps:normal;font-weight:400;letter-spacing:normal;orphans:2;text-align:left;text-indent:0px;text-transform:none;white-space:normal;widows:2;word-spacing:0px;-webkit-text-stroke-width:0px;text-decoration-thickness:initial;text-decoration-style:initial;max-width:100%">She took her real estate career to new heights, rising to become vice president at Meybohm Real Estate in Augusta, Georgia where she consistently ranks as the number one top-producing agent. Her $460 million in career sales is a testament to her success and dedication to her craft.<p style="box-sizing:border-box;margin:0px 0px 15px;line-height:1.6em;border:none;box-shadow:none;font-style:normal;font-variant-ligatures:normal;font-variant-caps:normal;font-weight:400;letter-spacing:normal;orphans:2;text-align:left;text-indent:0px;text-transform:none;white-space:normal;widows:2;word-spacing:0px;-webkit-text-stroke-width:0px;text-decoration-thickness:initial;text-decoration-style:initial;max-width:100%"> <p style="box-sizing:border-box;margin:0px 0px 15px;line-height:1.6em;border:none;box-shadow:none;font-style:normal;font-variant-ligatures:normal;font-variant-caps:normal;font-weight:400;letter-spacing:normal;orphans:2;text-align:left;text-indent:0px;text-transform:none;white-space:normal;widows:2;word-spacing:0px;-webkit-text-stroke-width:0px;text-decoration-thickness:initial;text-decoration-style:initial;max-width:100%">Her story of conquering a dire situation went viral when it appeared in the Humans of New York series, a human interest project with over 20 million followers on social media. The 13-part Instagram saga appealed to broad audiences who were riveted as the events of her story unfolded. It led to thousands of women all over the world reaching out to Venus. She welcomed an outpouring of appreciation for how she fortified them with the strength to take control of their lives.<p style="box-sizing:border-box;margin:0px 0px 15px;line-height:1.6em;border:none;box-shadow:none;font-style:normal;font-variant-ligatures:normal;font-variant-caps:normal;font-weight:400;letter-spacing:normal;orphans:2;text-align:left;text-indent:0px;text-transform:none;white-space:normal;widows:2;word-spacing:0px;-webkit-text-stroke-width:0px;text-decoration-thickness:initial;text-decoration-style:initial;max-width:100%"> <p style="box-sizing:border-box;margin:0px 0px 15px;line-height:1.6em;border:none;box-shadow:none;font-style:normal;font-variant-ligatures:normal;font-variant-caps:normal;font-weight:400;letter-spacing:normal;orphans:2;text-align:left;text-indent:0px;text-transform:none;white-space:normal;widows:2;word-spacing:0px;-webkit-text-stroke-width:0px;text-decoration-thickness:initial;text-decoration-style:initial;max-width:100%">Countless media sites have subsequently featured Venus as a guest and shared her story. She’s amassed tens of thousands of followers on her various social media accounts where she actively engages and connects with people who are receptive to her message.<p style="box-sizing:border-box;margin:0px 0px 15px;line-height:1.6em;border:none;box-shadow:none;font-style:normal;font-variant-ligatures:normal;font-variant-caps:normal;font-weight:400;letter-spacing:normal;orphans:2;text-align:left;text-indent:0px;text-transform:none;white-space:normal;widows:2;word-spacing:0px;-webkit-text-stroke-width:0px;text-decoration-thickness:initial;text-decoration-style:initial;max-width:100%"> <p style="box-sizing:border-box;margin:0px 0px 15px;line-height:1.6em;border:none;box-shadow:none;font-style:normal;font-variant-ligatures:normal;font-variant-caps:normal;font-weight:400;letter-spacing:normal;orphans:2;text-align:left;text-indent:0px;text-transform:none;white-space:normal;widows:2;word-spacing:0px;-webkit-text-stroke-width:0px;text-decoration-thickness:initial;text-decoration-style:initial;max-width:100%">She travels the globe sharing her story as part of her mission to offer guidance, support, and hope to those who may feel defeated by adversity. Venus plans to continue touching others through her book scheduled for release in fall 2022 that chronicles her complete story.<p style="box-sizing:border-box;margin:0px 0px 15px;line-height:1.6em;border:none;box-shadow:none;font-style:normal;font-variant-ligatures:normal;font-variant-caps:normal;font-weight:400;letter-spacing:normal;orphans:2;text-align:left;text-indent:0px;text-transform:none;white-space:normal;widows:2;word-spacing:0px;-webkit-text-stroke-width:0px;text-decoration-thickness:initial;text-decoration-style:initial;max-width:100%"> <p style="box-sizing:border-box;margin:0px 0px 15px;line-height:1.6em;border:none;box-shadow:none;font-style:normal;font-variant-ligatures:normal;font-variant-caps:normal;font-weight:400;letter-spacing:normal;orphans:2;text-align:left;text-indent:0px;text-transform:none;white-space:normal;widows:2;word-spacing:0px;-webkit-text-stroke-width:0px;text-decoration-thickness:initial;text-decoration-style:initial;max-width:100%">Venus also assists youth who've suffered a trauma similar to what her own children faced. A percentage of the proceeds from her speaking engagements is put toward a $10,000 college scholarship.<p style="box-sizing:border-box;margin:0px 0px 15px;line-height:1.6em;border:none;box-shadow:none;font-style:normal;font-variant-ligatures:normal;font-variant-caps:normal;font-weight:400;letter-spacing:normal;orphans:2;text-align:left;text-indent:0px;text-transform:none;white-space:normal;widows:2;word-spacing:0px;-webkit-text-stroke-width:0px;text-decoration-thickness:initial;text-decoration-style:initial;max-width:100%"> <p style="box-sizing:border-box;margin:0px 0px 15px;line-height:1.6em;border:none;box-shadow:none;font-style:normal;font-variant-ligatures:normal;font-variant-caps:normal;font-weight:400;letter-spacing:normal;orphans:2;text-align:left;text-indent:0px;text-transform:none;white-space:normal;widows:2;word-spacing:0px;-webkit-text-stroke-width:0px;text-decoration-thickness:initial;text-decoration-style:initial;max-width:100%">The Annual Venus Morris Griffin Scholarship Fund, Inc. is a 501(c)(3) organization that rewards a promising student and potential future leader who is enduring the hardship of an incarcerated parent.<p style="box-sizing:border-box;margin:0px 0px 15px;line-height:1.6em;border:none;box-shadow:none;font-style:normal;font-variant-ligatures:normal;font-variant-caps:normal;font-weight:400;letter-spacing:normal;orphans:2;text-align:left;text-indent:0px;text-transform:none;white-space:normal;widows:2;word-spacing:0px;-webkit-text-stroke-width:0px;text-decoration-thickness:initial;text-decoration-style:initial;max-width:100%"> <p style="box-sizing:border-box;margin:0px 0px 15px;line-height:1.6em;border:none;box-shadow:none;font-style:normal;font-variant-ligatures:normal;font-variant-caps:normal;font-weight:400;letter-spacing:normal;orphans:2;text-align:left;text-indent:0px;text-transform:none;white-space:normal;widows:2;word-spacing:0px;-webkit-text-stroke-width:0px;text-decoration-thickness:initial;text-decoration-style:initial;max-width:100%">Through her inspiring story, Venus helps those who are facing struggles or have lost hope. Through compelling honesty and incredible motivating power, Venus leaves a lasting impact on her audiences and, through her generosity and compassion, is building a legacy of future successful leaders. About the Child Advocacy Center of Aiken County The mission of the Child Advocacy Center of Aiken County is to provide intervention, treatment, and prevention services that promote healing for children and their families who have experienced abuse. The CAC of Aiken is a safe, child-friendly facility, where children and their families receive the help they need to move forward after experiencing abuse. All the healing services that children need – forensic interviews, medical care, advocacy support and counseling – are provided by experienced professionals in one safe location. Learn more about the CAC by visiting <a>www.cacofaiken.org</a> About the Sponsor - Huntington Ingalls Industries HII is committed to delivering capabilities of exceptional quality and safety to our customers, and to the safety, health, welfare and development of our employees. We are also committed to maintaining and strengthening a diverse and inclusive workforce and culture that provides a mutually beneficial relationship with our suppliers. It is a culture that drives continuous improvement and transformation of our communities while meeting the expectations of our shareholders. HII’s motto of “Hard Stuff Done Right” speaks to the challenging and complex challenges we tackle inside and outside the walls of the office and shipyard. These words also convey our unwavering commitment to tackling these challenges well and ethically. Doing the right thing includes being a responsible corporation focused on operating in a manner that considers all of our stakeholders, and is consistent with our values. Learn more about HII by visiting <a>www.hii.com</a>

Child Advocacy Center of Aiken County

The Child Advocacy Center of Aiken County welcomes guest speaker, Venus Morris Griffin!

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