For over 40 years, Leslie Peters has been a dedicated advocate in the human services field, championing the rights and well-being of stigmatized and disadvantaged populations. As someone with lived experience of the New York City foster care system, Leslie intimately understands fear, trauma, and loss. Emancipated at the age of 15, she has overcome the profound impacts of child abuse, domestic violence, addiction, and the high-risk behaviors that accompany survival.
Leslie’s holistic approach blends vulnerability, empathy, and humor, creating a safe and engaging space for audiences to connect and grow. Her workshops also provide practical tools for personal and professional development, including:
As the founder and CEO of P. G. Peters, Associates LLC, Leslie has transformed her life’s challenges into a mission to inspire and uplift others. Her message of resilience and empowerment resonates deeply, instilling hope in the hopeless and courage in the discouraged. Whether addressing individuals, organizations, or communities, Leslie delivers an unforgettable experience designed to inspire change and promote healing.
With a focus on transformation and resilience, Leslie provides compelling evidence of moving from hopelessness to hopefulness, showcasing the ongoing journey of personal growth. Presentations are designed to inspire and educate, featuring key highlights such as:
Leslie will leave audiences motivated and inspired to overcome adversities.
Her message is designed to instill hope and encouragement, empowering individuals to face and overcome challenges.
Audiences are drawn to her holistic approach, which combines honesty and humor to create an engaging and transformative experience.
Leslie's vision is to create positive energy that motivates listeners to live beyond their circumstances by identifying obstacles and stigmas and offering practical strategies to address them.
"Leslie you are a great motivator in person as well as speaking to an audience. I love that you keep things real, hard truths that shows authenticity and integrity. Your testimony allowed me to see where I am currently and where I would like to be in the future both in my personal and professional life.
Thank you😊"