See Me for Who I Am

By Chéree L. Thomas

Many African American women have had experiences of being stereotyped or judged based on the preconceived notions of service providers. Because of the assumptions of the provider, a service or product that is available is not accepted or accessed. This book seeks to show through the experience of a survivor, how it feels to be in need of a service yet unable to attain it. This book is about being able to walk side by side with survivors of color. The goal is to reduce the barriers faced by women of color by providing a framework for understanding the role of culture in domestic and sexual violence.

"Chree Thomas is deeply committed and passionate to end violence against women. She is a true advocate who really gets the human rights quality of empowerment advocacy."

Paula Callen, MCADSV Director of Program Services and Building the Safety Net Project

"It is far beyond the time that women of color have our voices heard around the service provision and understanding of our issues regarding domestic and sexual violence. Chree Thomas has a clear vision and innovative ideas for women of color leadership in this work. I know this book will serve as a guide to those of us who continue to advocate for women of color who have had to manage, navigate and process the pain of being assaulted and will prove to have solutions to how women of color can heal.

Kalimah Johnson, LMSW, LCSW

Assistant Professor

Marygrove College, Detroit

• Language: English
• Publisher: AuthorHouse
• Release date: Mar 3, 2011
• ISBN: 9781452090337

Chéree L. Thomas

Longtime activist, educator and advocate, Chree Thomas has tirelessly channeled her passions and talents towards understanding and eliminating social injustices. Her work to end racism, sexism, classism,ongoing efforts to create allies, educate service providers and community members, and advocate for survivors of violence. Ms. Thomas wears her passion on her sleeve and does not hesitate to speak her mind, even in the face of great adversity. We are very fortunate to have such a strong and committed voice in the movement to eradicate violence and oppression in our homes and communities. --Holly Rosen, Director, Michigan State University Safe Place

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