Marsha Banks

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Marsha brings a wealth of knowledge through education and experience in the field of drugs and alcohol, effective communication with social service agencies, and coping strategies for dealing with issues like depression,... domestic violence, and successful parenting. Her talents are shared through her personal experience and testimony of how God transformed her life after 10 years of a drug addiction, domestic violence and abuse, losing her children to the social services and their return, as well as the success with maintaining over 18 years in recovery. She believes that her blessings come from her maintaining a commitment to carry the message to individuals still struggling with this process.

Marsha is affiliated with various Women’s Ministries. She is a member of the NAACP, Women of Excellence with a Purpose, Prison Society, and actively participates in various boards and committees in Dauphin County. Marsha currently works as a Consultant in Research with Penn State University.

Marsha R. Banks, is a native of Philadelphia, and is currently residing in Dauphin County. She is the Executive Director of Amiracle4sure, the newest 501c3 organziation specializing in reentry services. She is a mother of 8, college graduate, grandmother, mentor, and a motivational speaker who empowers individuals who seek support while transforming their lives. This includes overcoming some of the barriers that addictive and destructive behaviors may have caused.

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Industry Expertise (3)

Women

Non-Profit/Charitable

Social Services

Areas of Expertise (5)

Corrections Reentry

Domestic Violence

Women's Issues

Children of Incarcerated Parents

Overcoming Barriers to Success

Accomplishments (3)

Recovery Expert & Mentor (personal)

2004-05-11

Celebrating 18 years of recovery, mentoring and supporting women in Central Pa

Survivor (personal)

1994-01-26

Domestic Violence Survivor and advocate

Executive Director (professional)

2010-10-28

Founder and Mentor of a non profit organization specializing in mentoring returning citizens.

Education (2)

Capella University: Masters, Human Services 2010

Specializing in Criminal Justice and Women's Issues

Lebanon Valley College: Bachelors, Sociology 2004

Affiliations (3)

• NAACP
• CRESC
• Prison Society

Links (1)

• Amiracle4sure

Event Appearances (6)

Healing Communities-Working with Returning Citizens

Healing Communites Training  Lancaster, PA

2012-05-10

Boundaries and Ethics with Mentoring

Mentor Training w/ Justice & Mercy  Lancaster, Pa

2012-05-17

Reentry

Living Beyond the Number  Philadelphia, PA

2012-05-19

Transformed Lives

Annual Hope Concert  Harrisburg, PA

2012-04-28

Breaking the Silence-Working with Children of Incarcerated Parents

SPAC Convention  Silver Springs, PA

Embracing Success While Overcoming the Struggles

Prison Breakfast  Hershey, PA

Sample Talks (1)

Transformation-A Women's Journey

This motivating discussion is for women who have experienced sexual, mental, or emotional abuse. This session addresses emotional healing and freedom from bondage. Personal stories and victories are celebrated in this safe environment.

Style

Educational

Entertaining

Strategic

Tactical

Lecture Style

Interactive

Formal

Relaxed

Availability

• Keynote
• Panelist
• Workshop Leader

Fees

250 to 500 ^*Will consider certain engagements for no fee