Paris Bartholomew

Trauma Reimagined

I'm many things

#lived-experienced
#keynote speaker
#advocate
#mentor

#psychologist
#human
#superhero
#bslstudent

#health and social care trainer
#mentalhealthfirstaider
#writer
#educator

Who am I?

#Care experienced

I am a care-experienced, keynote speaker who has a extraordinary, compelling and inspiring life story. I utilise a unique approach to storytelling, in which I captivate, inform and educate my audience by providing an account of my life, which comes from the heart, without shying away from the painful and disturbing aspects of my past.

My care journey involved my mother’s prison sentence, multiple placements & all the challenges that are are commonplace in adults who experience trauma & adverse childhood experiences. My post-care journey has it’s emphasis on survival and resilience, Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder and well-being. In a nutshell, the healing & work that overcoming adversity involves.

I will challenge you to overcome your own adversities and inspire you to work with others to do the same. Whether you are a student, embarking on lifelong learning, or a professional in the field, we can create an event that will have your audiences answering your call to action.

On a mission...to change the world!

As one of the most sought-after motivational speakers in the UK, Paris captivates audiences with her unique ability to weave her life experiences into powerful narratives. Her journey—marked by overcoming the challenges of being care-experienced, and bolstered by a 25-year career as an educator, teacher, and dedicated volunteer—serves as a beacon of hope and inspiration.

Paris’s remarkable path is one of survival, growth, and unyielding determination. Her academic background in psychology and trauma-informed care enriches her storytelling, making it both enlightening and deeply impactful. This journey has rightfully earned her the title of ‘superhero,’ a moniker she embraces while recognizing the superhero within each of us.

Paris’s approach to storytelling is nothing short of captivating. Her sessions challenge individuals to uncover their own superpowers, guiding them on a transformative journey of personal and professional development. She stands as living proof that we all possess the potential to transform our lives for the better.

My nominations

#award-nominated

National Diversity Award

Paris was nominated for Positive Role Model Award for Race, Religion and Faith in the National Diversity Awards.

This was in recognition of the many years of achievements working with grass-root communities through various charities and voluntary work, tackling fundamental issues in today’s society.

Paris Bartholomew

Book of the month at The Human Library

Paris was interviewed by Mars Planting, journalist for the Human Library, a not-for-profit learning platform and organization which hosts safe spaces for dialogue. Topics are discussed openly between human books, like Paris, and their readers. Paris has shared her story as a ‘human book’ to over 2,000 readers world-wide, both in person and virtually.

CPD Awards

Nominated for CPD Trainer of the Year

Paris is celebrated as an individual who has demonstrated exceptional training, high quality CPD learning, which leaves a lasting impression on her students. She is an educator who shows authentic and real passion for her subjects, which transfers to her students. She values great CPD and has an outstanding record of self-learning and development, both professionally and personally.

IN ORDER TO BE

Let's create change - together!

‘Everything that happens to you is either an opportunity to grow or an obstacle to keep you from growing. You get to choose!’

~Wayne Dyer~

Let's create the bespoke speaking event you want for your team!

#Care experienced

Corporate, independent, small company, charity or school / university, whatever your interactive event, let’s plan together. Be it virtual, hybrid or in-person, I can support as a keynote speaker, MC, workshop leader or motivational speaker.

From Resilience to Inspiration

PODCAST

Empathy in Action: a Journey from Resilience to Inspiratiom

Paris Bartholomew explores overcoming adversity in care, cultivating resilience, and inspiring a corporate culture shift towards genuine inclusion and diversity.

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