TAKE BACK YOUR POWER AND THRIVE!
Meet Shanté
Shanté Cotton is the creative and inspired Founder of Inspired With Shanté, She Thrives Women's Empowerment Experience, Visionary Founder of "Take Back Your Power", Domestic Violence Awareness Empowerment Walk, and the Owner of Amor Life LLC. With a strong Christian foundation, Shanté partners with women in transition to inspire, and empower them to live purposeful and fulfilling lives. Shanté is the organizer of "Reach and Connect, Pop Up Outreach!"
A devoted mother and passionate advocate against domestic violence, Shanté is not only an advocate but also a survivor, using her personal experience to guide and support others. She has served as both the Chair and Vice-Chair of the City of Charlotte Domestic Violence Advisory Board, where she was appointed by former Mayor, Anthony Foxx, to address critical issues surrounding domestic violence in the community and identify the gaps or needs for additional services across Mecklenburg county. The members are charged with making appropriate recommendations and report directly to the Board of County Commissioners and Charlotte City Council.
Shanté was selected to participate in North Carolina's first cohesive, media-based State-Wide Domestic Violence Public Awareness Campaign to raise awareness of Violence against Women.
Results from 2nd quarter post launch of The eNOugh Campaign to End Domestic Violence in North Carolina:
- A 26% increase in call referrals to Charlotte service providers and a 129% increase in call referrals to Statesville service partners from the National Domestic Violence Hotline Call Center, featured in all eNOugh campaign media;
- Generous grants from Belk, Inc., Mecklenburg County, Piedmont Natural Gas, the Carolina Panthers, PwC, and the North Carolina Council for Women;
- A partnership with the Charlotte-Mecklenburg Women’s Summit to support the research of Dr. Shanti Kulkarni, UNC-Charlotte Associate Professor of Social Work, who will compile data from a first-ever Domestic Violence Awareness Survey of all 30,000+ Duke Energy employees;
- Development of a DV Awareness & Prevention Toolkit for healthcare organizations, in collaboration with the DV Healthcare Project of the Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Department and Carolinas Medical Center;
- Planning for a “Women Helping Women” awareness and fundraising luncheon at Duke Mansion.
"TAKE BACK YOUR POWER", Domestic Violence Awareness Empowerment Walk 🌸
Hosted by Inspired With Shanté in Conjunction with Domestic Violence Survivors Day in Mecklenburg County, Co-Hosted by Community Support Services
On October 12, 2024 we came together as a community to honor Domestic Violence Survivors Day and shine a spotlight on the resilience of those who have experienced domestic violence. The Empowerment Walk was a day to celebrate survivorhood and raise awareness about the critical issue of domestic violence, all while supporting those who have walked through its challenges.
This powerful event was made possible through the collaboration of incredible organizations and vendors, including:
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Legal Aid – Offering legal support and resources for victims of domestic violence
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Charlotte Police Department – Partnering to ensure justice and safety in our communities
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Safe Alliance – Providing shelter, counseling, and support services for survivors
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Community Support Services – Co-hosting the event and offering vital support for families impacted by violence
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And more!
It was a day filled with hope, strength, and unity as we came together to show that survivors are not defined by their past, but by the power they possess to heal and rebuild.
Save the Date for the 2nd Annual Domestic Violence Awareness Empowerment Walk!
Join us on October 12, 2025, as we continue this important conversation, stand alongside survivors, and keep pushing for awareness and change.
This event is more than just a walk—it’s a commitment to making our community safer, more supportive, and free from violence. Together, we’ll continue to create a space for healing, empowerment, and advocacy.
We are #InspiredWithShante, and we will keep moving forward, one step at a time. 🌸💜 #DomesticViolenceAwareness #Survivorhood #CommunitySupport #HopeAndHealing
📚 Coming This Summer: Empowered By Grace – A Journey Through Motherhood
Inspiration for the Busy Mom 🌸
Empowered By Grace is not just a book—it's a companion on your motherhood journey. Whether you're a new mom, a single mom, or simply navigating the daily rhythms of motherhood, this book is here to walk with you, offering encouragement, understanding, and inspiration.
In this deeply personal book, I share my own experience of unlearning generational cycles and the power of embracing grace amidst the chaos. This is not a parenting guide or how-to book, but rather a space to reflect on our shared experiences as women, mothers, and individuals. It’s about finding the strength to break free from old patterns, create new emotional connections, and discover the grace that exists in every stage of motherhood.
Inside Empowered By Grace, you’ll find:
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Prayers that encourage and have carried me through the ups and downs of motherhood.
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Activities designed to nurture your soul and help you find balance amidst the busyness of life.
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True Stories from women who, like you, are walking their own unique journey through motherhood, sharing wisdom, struggles, and triumphs.
This book is for the mom who sometimes feels overwhelmed but is still determined to move forward, for the single mom juggling it all, and for every woman seeking to find peace and emotional support as she walks through the seasons of motherhood.
Empowered By Grace is here to remind you that you are not alone. It’s a space to honor your experience, embrace the challenges, and celebrate the grace that motherhood brings. This book will be your gentle companion, helping you step forward with renewed strength, faith, and peace.
Stay tuned for more details as we get closer to the release this summer. I can’t wait to share this journey with you. 🌸✨
#EmpoweredByGrace #JourneyThroughMotherhood #InspiredWithShante #Motherhood #SingleMoms #NewMoms #GenerationalCycles #EmotionalSupport
✨ She Thrives Women's Empowerment Experience ✨
She Thrives Women's Empowerment Experience is an annual gathering of women who come together to share their stories, uplift one another, and inspire each other to live with purpose. In a world that often demands so much from us, women need safe spaces to feel seen, heard, and supported. This event is all about creating that space—where we can connect, heal, and have a little fun along the way.
Stay tuned for updates on our 3rd Annual She Thrives Women's Empowerment Experience! You won’t want to miss it. 🌸
#SheThrives #WomenEmpoweringWomen #InspiredWithShante #Empowerment #Sisterhood #SafeSpace #Inspiration
🌸 Reach & Connect Pop-Up by Inspired With Shanté 🌸
Sometimes, the smallest gestures can make the biggest difference. That’s why we’ve created Reach & Connect—a special outreach activity by Inspired With Shanté. We randomly pop up in different places, surprising women with handwritten notes of inspiration, encouragement, and a beautiful rose. It’s a simple, yet powerful way to remind women that they are seen, loved, and valued.
At Reach & Connect, we believe that every woman deserves to feel uplifted, no matter where she is in life. Whether it’s a quiet moment in the park or while you’re running errands, our goal is to bring a little light into your day and offer support when you need it most.
If you’re interested in wanting to partner, you can sign up with us. Help us continue sharing positivity and inspiration.
Because sometimes, all we need is someone to remind us we’re not alone. 🌸✨
#ReachAndConnect #InspiredWithShante #RandomActsOfKindness #WomenEmpoweringWomen #Encouragement #Inspiration
If you made it this far, thank you for reading!
A quote from Shanté:
"When a woman knows who she is, it ignites the gifts and talents inside that will ultimately empower her to make wiser, result-oriented decisions and also catapult her into leaving a legacy beyond anything she's ever imagined."
Proverbs 3:5-6
"Trust in the LORD with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding; in all your ways submit to him, and he will make your paths straight."
