Dr. Catina Lynett Rupert, founder of Cainos Empowerment Center, shares a remarkably resilient journey defined by turning adversity into advocacy. Driven into writing by the profound loss of her sister and back to school by the desire to be a better role model for her daughter, Dr. Rupert's life is a testament to embracing purpose. She bravely recounts confronting systemic injustice, including a felony charge from a predatory system, and the alarming dangers she faced as a correctional officer. This episode illuminates her powerful evolution from personal trials to becoming a decorated leader, best-selling author, and dedicated advocate for the Metro East community.
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