November 20, 2024 - Dr. Tanya O. Jones, a U.S. Army veteran, playwright and trauma survivor, is pioneering a radically different approach. As CEO of Interactive Advocacy, she has turned personal hardship into a global movement, leveraging immersive theatrical training to inspire change within corporate, educational, and government environments. Dr. Jones, recipient of the 2024 Presidential Lifetime Achievement Award, the 2024 Global ICON award and has already reached over 80,000 individuals through her groundbreaking “Don’t Just Stand There!” series. Her methodology doesn’t just raise awareness; it fosters real change by tapping into human empathy and shared experiences.
Interactive Advocacy is built on the idea that traditional training methods—static presentations and passive sessions—don’t cut deep enough. Instead, Dr. Jones champions immersive experiences, using live stage performances and storytelling to create emotional connections that resonate long after the training is over. “Our goal is not just to inform but to transform,” she says. “We’re committed to helping people internalize these lessons, turning awareness into action and passive understanding into empathy-driven change.”
At the core of Dr. Jones’s philosophy is her GLOW methodology—an acronym for Grow through adversity, Lead with empthy, Own your story, and be a Warrior for change. This framework, which forms the backbone of her training programs, aims to empower participants to see challenges as opportunities for growth and to inspire leadership that prioritizes compassion and resilience. This transformative approach has drawn the attention of corporate leaders, military commands, educational institutions, and government agencies, all seeking more effective ways to create safer and more inclusive environments.
The results speak for themselves. Through Interactive Advocacy’s theatrical-based training, major organizations have reported shifts in workplace culture, improvements in communication, and, most importantly, reduced incidents of violence and harassment. Participants leave with practical tools to foster positive cultural change, equipped not only with information but with an experience that compels them to act.
Dr. Jones’s commitment to veterans and underserved communities further amplifies her mission. In partnership with leading organizations, she has secured 100 cybersecurity scholarships specifically for veterans and their families, a testament to her dedication to those who have served. This initiative reflects her broader vision of creating pathways to empowerment, providing veterans with the resources needed to thrive in new careers.
Looking forward, Dr. Jones envisions Interactive Advocacy as a global leader in creative advocacy and cultural transformation, with centers worldwide dedicated to delivering her innovative programs. She aims to embed the GLOW philosophy into leadership development programs across multiple sectors, including major sports leagues setting a new standard for trauma-informed, inclusive practices.
In addition to her hands-on training, Dr. Jones plans to expand her impact through international speaking engagements, published works, and the development of new, innovative methodologies. Her goal is to inspire a worldwide movement of compassionate, trauma-informed leadership that not only addresses violence prevention but transforms how organizations understand and respond to adversity.
Dr. Tanya O. Jones is not just creating awareness—she’s inspiring a fundamental shift in how we approach violence prevention, making her work a vital resource for organizations committed to genuine cultural transformation. Through Interactive Advocacy, she is lighting the way for a more compassionate, resilient world, one performance at a time.
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