We had the good fortune of connecting with Shirkydra Roberts and we’ve shared our conversation below.

Hi Shirkydra, what are you inspired by?
I am inspired by my own story from being on the verge of wanting to end my life to realizing that I could be a source of giving life. As an overcomer of child sexual abuse, my brand reflects 100% of who I am. “I AM ME” is where I came of with I.A.M.E. (Impact, Aspire, Motivate Enterprises). I am who I am today based on the challenges and trials of my past. We can transition from pain to purpose if we shift the perspective of our story and use our story to shed light instead of darkness.

I am an African American Woman and Engineering Officer in the Unites States Navy which goes against many statistics. I am empowered through those that refuse to be labeled and refuse to be silenced. I am inspired by those that are constantly creating path ways for the next generation.

Who else deserves some credit and recognition?
I want to shout out my sister Shirkyria Gray the Founder of the non-profit S.Y.G (Sending You Gifts Through Thoughts Of Love). She has her own story of being a survivor of sexual abuse and losing a parent to Dementia and Alzheimer’s. She has been my biggest motivation and supporter. She is truly my best friend and I thank God for her charge to keep fighting as she aims to care for caregivers across the world.

Website: www.impactaspiremotivate.com

Instagram: www.instagram.com/shirkydraroberts

Linkedin: www.linkedin.com/shirkydraroberts

Facebook: www.facebook.com/shirkydraroberts

Image Credits
LT Roberts and CDR Gooden

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