All services are free and confidential.

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On any given night, 100 women and children sleep safely at our residential campus.

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All services are available in English and Spanish

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To access all Genesis services, call the 24-hour helpline.

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All services are free and confidential. • On any given night, 100 women and children sleep safely at our residential campus. • All services are available in English and Spanish • To access all Genesis services, call the 24-hour helpline. •

Witness the power of faith & fundraising in action at the First Ladies’ Bruncheon, benefiting Genesis at South Oak Cliff. The Bruncheon gathers members of the faith community together to bring awareness to the prevalence of abuse in the 75216 zip code, educate them on the life-saving services available at Genesis at South Oak Cliff and recognize the impact of leaders who align with our mission.

Funds raised from the First Ladies’ Bruncheon go directly to support the services available at Genesis at South Oak Cliff, including counseling, advocacy, childcare during appointments and referrals to our legal or emergency shelter services.

 

First Ladies’ Bruncheon FAQ

  • Saturday, September 13, 2025

    9:15 VIP Champagne Reception
    10:30 Bruncheon Begins
    12:00 Program Ends

  • Renaissance Dallas Hotel

    2222 N Stemmons Fwy, Dallas, TX 75207

  • Valet Parking is Available

  • Sunday Best Attire

  • Dr. Mia K. Wright

 

Keynote Speaker

Dr. Mia K. Wright

Dr. Mia K. Wright is a pastor, author, leadership consultant, and global advocate recognized for her ability to bridge faith-based ministry, corporate innovation, and community impact. As Co-Pastor alongside her husband, Dr. Remus Wright, Senior Pastor of The Fountain of Praise in Houston, Texas, Dr. Mia is known for her biblical teaching, practical insight, and digital ministry leadership.

  • Her TEDx talk and her book, Unthinkable: Do the Unordinary to Experience the Extraordinary, empower audiences to overcome limiting beliefs and embrace God’s extraordinary possibilities.

    A champion for women’s empowerment, Dr. Wright serves as Executive Director of Metamorphosis, Inc., an international organization impacting thousands through conferences, mentorship, and humanitarian outreach in the USA, Brazil, Colombia, Tanzania, and South Africa.

  • An accomplished leader across sectors, Dr. Mia has led major community initiatives such as the Kinsey African American Art & History Collection at the Holocaust Museum Houston, where she serves on the board of advisors. She is a Senior Fellow of the American Leadership Forum and a lifetime member of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated, and The Links, Incorporated.

  • Dr. Mia earned her Doctorate in Organizational Change and Leadership from the University of Southern California, with research focused on social capital in virtual religious communities. She also holds a Master of Divinity from Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary and a bachelor’s degree in biology from The University of Texas at Austin. She holds a certification in executive wellness coaching from Pepperdine University, where she gained advanced skills in fostering holistic leadership and well-being. Her corporate background includes leadership roles with Merck and AstraZeneca, where she was recognized for innovative training and customer engagement.

  • Dr. Mia is a lifelong learner and world traveler committed to equipping others to bridge faith, leadership, and innovation for lasting impact. She and her husband are the proud parents of three sons—a minister, an attorney, and a medical doctor.

  • Find Dr. Mia on social outlets:

Sponsorships

2025 Host Committee

 Mary Lynn Bangs  

Carla Bean 

Ty & Tilda Beasley 

Charlotte D. Berry 

Nancy & Randy Best 

Stephanie J. Bond 

Delashawn Bordeaux 

Sheila Brand 

Julie Wilson Butterworth 

Martha Ann Cates 

Misaki Collins & Brandon Dean 

Rori Coryatt 

The Crates Family 

Anne Crews 

Mary & Raymond Davis - Beauty For Ashes Foundation 

Barbara Langley Dorff 

Cori Dossett 

Beth Ewing 

Marilynn Williams Fair 

Dr. Traci L. Gardner-Petteway 

Toni Gary 

Ophelia Greene 

Jill Hatcher 

Thana Hickman 

Nancy Ann Hunt  

Lauren & Nathan Jacks 

Brenda Jackson 

Taylor S. Joeckel & Matt Joeckel 

Gwendolyn Jones  

Brigitte Kimichik 

Dr. Ketra L. Davenport-King & Pastor Willie L. King  

Donna B. Lane 

Lisa & George Longino 

Sarah Losinger  

Kate Rose Marquez  

Megan Martinez 

Yvette Martinez 

Cheryl Mayo Williams 

Carolyn & David Miller 

Dr. Cathy Wilkins Moffitt 

Andrea Morin 

Whitney & Rupert Munro 

Sarah Nguyen 

Melissa Pogue 

Dr. Anu Ravipati MD 

Dr. Faith Robertson 

Angela M. Ross 

Dr. Cynthia Mickens Ross & David E. Ross III 

Carol Seay 

Marlene & Sammy Small  

Betsy Sowell 

Amy Thompson, LMSW 

Gail Turner 

Genai Walker & Breon Dennis 

Benay Z. Weiss 

Sara Weiss 

Mrs. Yvette R. Williams, Consultant & Rev. C. Dennis Williams, D.Min, Tyler District AME Church  

Candace Winslow 

Genesis at South Oak Cliff

In Dallas, 75216 is the zip code with the highest rate of reported domestic violence incidents. We saw this and knew the women & children in this neighborhood needed access to help & hope.

Located at the intersection of Lancaster & Ledbetter, Genesis at South Oak Cliff is our non-residential facility located in Southern Dallas to provide confidential, no-cost services to women & children experiencing domestic abuse.

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