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Alicia J. Turner
Author, Advocate and Motivational Speaker Alicia J. Turner is dedicated to being the leading voice for all children. She speaks with experience and authority on matters that involve children, yesterday, today and tomorrow. She creates her stories based on real life topics that are relevant to both children and adults, through education, positive literature and implementing a unique message in each book she writes.
Alicia has developed a unique approach of presenting sensitive topics in a thought-provoking way, that transforms audiences with lessons that shift mindsets. She speaks candidly about being specific when talking to children, with emphasis on planting seeds.
Alicia’s purpose lies in creating a campaign impacting children, called #notmetoo. This “CALL TO ACTION” requesting responsible adults to stand up for THE PREVENTION OF child sexual abuse, and the commitment to protecting children from everyone, regardless to their relations. ONE PINKY PROMISE AT A TIME!
Alicia continues her efforts working in the Health & Human Services field, educating and advocating for change.
A native of New York, Alicia now reside in Durham North Carolina with her husband and their son.
#notmetoo
“This read will undoubtedly incite necessary discussion”
– Kirkus Reviews
Turner’s picture book encourages parents and children to keep an open dialogue about preventing sexual abuse.
The author shows examples of inappropriate interactions between adults and children and emphasizes that parent-child communication is vital for keeping children safe. In fact, the refrain of the text is: “You can tell me.” Turner (Hey Ugly, 2015) includes a “Dear Responsible Adult” letter explaining the ways the book can be used as a tool for parents to protect their children while broaching sensitive topics. Other interactive elements include instructions for parent and child to “interlock” pinkies symbolizing commitment and a tear-out “Pinky Promise” certificate for parent and child to sign. Resource pages include hotlines, the author’s social media accounts, and suggested hashtags. Also featured are several topically relevant poems by the author. Richburg’s illustrations show people of various ages and ethnicities. The bold, saturated hues and graphic-novel–style images provide concrete context. For example, where the text reads, “If someone asks you to keep a bad secret, you can tell me,” the accompanying illustration depicts an adult embracing a visibly uncomfortable child and a bubble encasing the words, “Remember what we talked about.” Using simple language and pictures kids can relate to, Turner tackles a challenging subject. This read will undoubtedly incite necessary discussion.
A helpful resource that approachably addresses a difficult topic.
Pub Date: Oct. 1, 2017
ISBN: 978-0-692-92277-4
Page count: 34pp
Publisher: CreateSpace
Review Posted Online: Feb. 14, 2018
#notmetoo campaign - Breaking the Code of Silence
Day job
Department of Social Services Caseworker
Hometown
North Carolina
Passion in life
Health & Safety
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