Month: February 2025

My Name Is…: A Powerful Play on Survival, Justice, and Hope

On March 21 and 22, the stage at the Unitarian Universalist Church in San Luis Obispo will transform into a space of truth, resilience, and healing as My Name Is… brings a real survivor’s journey to life. This moving production, written and produced by former detective David Norum, is based on the true story of… Read more »

Join Us for a Special TDVAM Movie Night: Breaking Down Stereotypes, Building Healthy Relationships

February is Teen Dating Violence Awareness Month (TDVAM), and Lumina Alliance is excited to invite you to a special movie screening that promises both entertainment and meaningful discussion. Join us for a free showing of “Easy A” at Colony Cinemas in Atascadero, where we’ll explore important themes about gender stereotypes and their impact on teen… Read more »

For Dana: A Sister’s Fight to End the Cycle

This story was transcribed by April Cole for the Storytellers Bureau at Lumina Alliance. It was told to April by Melinda Hatfield, who shares her family’s journey of loss, resilience, and breaking the cycle of violence. If you would like to share your story, please email [email protected] or call (805) 592-3324. The Cycle Textbook case;… Read more »