Where compassion meets courage
Hi there!
My name is Sylvia Onyeiwu and I am a dedicated advocate for the behavioral well-being of youth, and the family system.
My mission is multi-faceted, and I endeavor to provide accessible, research-founded information, resources, and tools for youths using easily digestible content. My work is aimed at creating safe spaces for youths to address and heal from trauma. I seek to redefine their relationships with themselves and how they interact with the world. I believe in education and advocacy as transformative tools are central to this process.
My Journey
My professional journey began with a strong belief in the importance of family preservation, effective parent-child bonds, and education as the center of a solid society. I now understand that positive mental health, and addressing the policies that adversely impact caregivers and adolescents are at the cornerstone of a thriving family. My personal experiences growing up in a close-knit family and the environment where I grew up taught me the significance of the caregiver-child bond.
I have also witnessed the impact of dysfunctional families, mental health struggles, and trauma on society’s growth. These experiences ignited my passion to unlearn, learn, and relearn so that I can support families facing similar challenges while contributing meaningfully to society.
Over the past decade, I have obtained a Bachelor of Arts degree in Religious and Cultural Studies and gained experience in brand communications and strategy, human rights advocacy, and administrative management. Now, seeking to deepen my expertise and advocate effectively for family preservation while supporting youth development, I am currently pursuing studies in Social Work.
My goal is to create a society where every child grows up in a loving supportive environment, and every caregiver is equipped with the tools to nurture their child’s well-being. I am dedicated to driving positive systems change, one family at a time, in a world where family preservation, mental health, and trauma are often overlooked.
Core Values:
Professionalism, Empathy, Kindness, Love, Hope, Compassion, Positivity
Growing up during the rise of technology, I often wondered about its downsides amidst all the wonderful things it could do. I questioned whether we could examine the disadvantages of technology alongside its advantages and develop strategies to mitigate them, especially to ensure safety for young ones who have access to the information we put out there due to technology’s vast reach.
Today, I recognize that the challenges posed by technology include misinformation and the overwhelming amount of content, which contribute to anxiety and mental health instability among the younger generation. This has led me to consider whether we can communicate more effectively online and discuss global crises using less chaotic language to prevent exacerbating these issues.
I have learned that there is a trauma-informed way to communicate social issues and that effective communication is essential in addressing many of the problems we face today. I am dedicated to helping individuals and organizations communicate better. I believe that if you truly care about what you do, then you should also care about the messages you put out into the world.
Speaking
I have presented at conferences, inspiring professionals and thought leaders across various organizations.
Organizational Assessment
I assist organizations in rephrasing their communication about critical issues to better connect with their audience.
Writing
I help brands tell their stories online by creating content that engages and informs their audience.
Published Article:
The Epidemic of Isolation in America: Weaving a Tapestry of Social Connection in Wisconsin
By Sylvia Onyeiwu
the Institute for Child and Family Well-Being
When I first arrived in America, I was astounded by Atlanta International Airport’s massive size and buzzing life. People walked quickly and conversed on the move. It was a stark contrast to my homeland, Nigeria, where spontaneous interactions may keep people set in one spot for an extended amount of time, and a simple “Hello” can lead to valuable connections.
“Effective communication is the first step to solving any problem”
Sylvia Onyeiwu