Bernadette Fernandez, founder of Imagine Etiquette, is honored with the 2025 Impact Award at the JoyTutor Celebrations of Courage Awards on September 6th. Discover how her programs equip K–12 students with emotional intelligence, confidence, and life skills.

Keith Lee, viral food critic and advocate for small businesses, is a selected 2025 JoyTutor Celebrations of Courage Awards honoree for his cultural impact, authenticity, and community influence.

Emma Poin Du Jour is a Haitian-born mindset coach and faith-based speaker transforming lives through mental renewal and divine truth. Honored with the 2025 Resilience Award at the JoyTutor Celebrations of Courage, Emma empowers others to break free from limiting beliefs and step boldly into their God-given purpose.

Denee Vadell, known as @StenoFluencer, is a nationally certified Senior Court Reporter, viral educator, and advocate transforming the future of stenography. From courtroom to social media, her leadership and digital influence are inspiring a new wave of court reporters. Honored with the 2025 Impact Award at the JoyTutor Celebrations of Courage, Denee’s work bridges access, education, and empowerment—one caption at a time.

Christina Marie Montgomery is a celebrated Chicago principal, motivational speaker, and founder of Teen Spirit LLC. With 18 years in education and a mission rooted in equity and empowerment, she is being honored with the 2025 Impact Award at the JoyTutor Celebrations of Courage for her visionary leadership, heart-centered service, and transformative influence on generations of students, educators, and communities.

Clarissa Sims is a 2025 JoyTutor Celebrations of Courage Awards Resilience Award honoree, recognized for her work in holistic healing, empowerment, and community transformation.

Carlaura Flie-Jordan, author, speaker, and founder of Dream Big Inspire Big Foundation, is a 2025 JoyTutor Celebrations of Courage Awards Courage Award honoree, recognized for her advocacy, resilience, and work supporting families and autism awareness.

Once a foster youth, now a spiritual leader—Corrine McLaughlin is being honored for her courageous journey of ancestral healing and holistic empowerment.

JoyTutor is proud to nominate Leroy for the Courage category of the Celebrations of Courage Awards event.

JoyTutor is proud to nominate Leroy for the Courage category of the Celebrations of Courage Awards event.