August 15, 2024 | 2:00 PM ET
Supreme Transitions proudly announces its grand opening on August 17, 2024, marking a significant milestone in providing exceptional Domestic violence & non-intimate partner sexual assault victims advocacy & services to individuals in need including Black LGBTQ+ victim services. Located in the heart of Detroit, Supreme Transitions is dedicated to offering comprehensive support and resources to those transitioning to a more safe and independent life. Supreme Transitions’ mission is to support survivors of domestic violence, sexual assault, and intimate partner violence through culturally specific, trauma-informed services and advocacy, aiming to empower individuals and create a safer, healthier community.
The grand opening event will commence at 10:00 AM with a ribbon-cutting ceremony, featuring remarks from the founder of Supreme Transitions, Ericka Murria. Attendees will have the opportunity to tour the facility, meet the dedicated staff, and learn about the wide range of services offered, including leads & referrals for housing strategies, community education, and personalized support plans.
About Supreme Transitions: Supreme Transitions is a culturally specific agency for the Black community that fields phone calls and accepts referrals from national helplines and local agencies to assist survivors in crisis, providing essential DV/SA/IPV intervention services. These services include needs assessments, safety planning, and warm referrals to agencies and service providers. Supreme Transitions hosts community interactions and awareness campaigns to increase prevention services and meets survivors at their preferred location, by phone, or through devices with video chat capabilities. The organization regularly holds in-person advocacy appointments, resource fairs, educational forums, and empowerment conferences. Non-traditional healing group sessions are held monthly, with referrals to traditional healing services provided upon request. All group sessions are facilitated by certified, licensed, or professional industry leaders and accompanied by intervention specialists. Additionally, Supreme Transitions hosts a podcast, “The Single Mommy Hustle,” that invites community partners, agencies, service providers, and culturally specific activists, as well as DV/SA survivors, to discuss programs available within the community and relevant topics via social media platforms.
Ericka Murria’s Vision and Leadership: Ericka Murria’s journey from survivor to advocate is a powerful testament to resilience and dedication. Over the past 14 years, Ericka has been a relentless advocate for change within Detroit and the broader Black community. Her involvement in various task forces, cohorts, and advocacy projects has highlighted her commitment to justice and empowerment. A single mother of two daughters, Ericka’s story was featured as the luminary in the award-winning HBO documentary “I Am Evidence.” She founded Supreme Transitions to support community members with essential resources and has worked extensively as a consultant and fellow for UJIMA: The National Center on Violence Against Women in the Black Community.
Event Highlights:
Ribbon-Cutting Ceremony: 10:00 AM
Facility Tour: Explore the new domestic violence & non-intimate partner resource center
Meet the Team: Engage with the dedicated staff
Non-Traditional Healing Services: DEMO by Lisa Hillary Jay
Refreshments: Enjoy food and drinks while networking with community members and partners
Join us on August 17, 2024, as we celebrate the launch of Supreme Transitions: The Life Resource Center and embark on a journey to make a lasting impact in our community.
RSVP for the grand opening at https://www.supremetransitionscommunity.org/event-details-registration/grand-opening
Media Contact: Natasha Lee of Being That Girl, Being That Girl Nlee@mydct.net (586)900–8956
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