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TRANSFORMATIONAL SPEAKER • AUTHOR • ADVOCATE
IMPACT &
RECOGNITION
Honored among 100 Women of Color | Founder of Unashamed, Inc. | QPI Champion Published Author | National Speaker & Advocate
BREAKING CYCLES, BUILDING BRIDGES, TRANSFORMING LIVES
Sana Latrease is a dynamic transformational speaker, consultant, and author whose powerful journey from foster care to fierce advocate has inspired audiences nationwide. As Founder and CEO of Unashamed, Inc., she leads a pioneering Connecticut-based nonprofit dedicated to empowering foster youth and young adults to overcome shame and embrace their inherent value.
Drawing from her lived experience and professional expertise, Sana delivers compelling keynotes and training sessions that bridge the gap between policy and real-world impact in child welfare. Her recent appearance on the Jennifer Hudson Show (2024) and feature on CBN's The 700 Club have amplified her message of hope and transformation to national audiences.
Her memoir, "Everyone will know it was God," chronicles her remarkable journey of resilience—from surviving early childhood trauma and navigating the foster care system to finding strength through adoption and becoming a champion for systemic change. This powerful narrative has established her as a trusted voice in foster care reform and youth advocacy.
Sana's work with the Department of Children and Families includes serving as a QPI Champion (Quality Parenting Initiative) and co-trainer for the Queen Esther Initiative, where she helps develop and strengthen foster and adoptive family resources. Her innovative approaches to youth empowerment and family support have earned her recognition as one of the 100 Women of Color by June Archer & Eleven28 Entertainment.
Known for her unique ability to connect with diverse audiences—from foster parents to policymakers—Sana creates transformative spaces where authentic dialogue leads to meaningful change. Her presentations blend professional insight with personal narrative, delivering actionable strategies while touching hearts and changing perspectives.
Beyond her professional achievements, Sana finds her greatest joy in her 17-year marriage to Joshua and her role as mother to Jamir and Janai, and grandmother to Syer and A’Rayla. These personal relationships fuel her passion for strengthening families and creating lasting positive change in the foster care system