Posts by Paula Wyatt

Empowering Night of Laughter was created from a simple but powerful belief: when women find the humor in their everyday lives and step outside their comfort zones, something shifts. Confidence grows. Voices get stronger. Self-doubt loosens its grip. Courage takes root. Since 2019, Empowering Night of Laughter (ENL) has been cultivating a space where women use humor as a pathway to courage. It isn’t about…

Dave’s House, a Central Florida nonprofit providing permanent supportive housing for adults with serious mental illness, recently hosted its annual fundraising gala, Dave’s House Party: Mission Possible on September 20th at the Sheraton Orlando North in Maitland, Florida. The well attended event brought together civic leaders, sponsors, and community partners for an evening that celebrated the organization’s mission and unveiled exciting new plans for growth.…

Because When We Create Safe Spaces for Them to Shine, They Do: LGBTQ+ Youth in Central Florida Creating Safe Spaces, Changing Young Lives: The Vital Work of Orlando Youth Alliance Since 1990, Orlando Youth Alliance (OYA) has stood as a quiet but powerful force in Central Florida, offering life-affirming support to LGBTQ+ youth long before such efforts were widely embraced. What began as a single…

What I know for sure is this: there is no shortage of need in Central Florida. But just as true—there is no shortage of heart. For more than 16 years, I’ve had the honor of working alongside nonprofit and for profit organizations across Orange, Osceola, Seminole, and Lake counties—organizations that spring into action the moment a need is identified. It’s one of the things I…

On a sun-drenched morning in early June—just days before Flag Day—dozens of community leaders, advocates, and public officials gathered along Rio Grande Avenue in Orlando to witness a powerful moment of progress. Aspire Health Partners and The Collage Companies (serving as General Contractor for the projected) hosted a ceremonial groundbreaking at the future site of its new Veterans Housing Project, marking a major step forward…

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEJune 18, 2025 Daryl Davis, Who Convinced Klansmen to Leave Hate Behind, joined Former Neo-Nazi Leader Jeff Schoep in an Unforgettable Dialogue on Unity and Transformation in Central Florida Orlando, FL – What happens when a Black musician befriends members of the Ku Klux Klan—and convinces them to turn in their robes? What happens when a former neo-Nazi leader dedicates his life to…

For nearly three decades, the Central Florida Association of Physicians from the Indian Subcontinent (CAPI) has stood as a powerful example of what happens when service, culture, and professional excellence converge. With a thriving network of over 600 medical and dental professionals, CAPI is not just a professional association—it is a dynamic force shaping the future of healthcare and community well-being in Central Florida. A…

For Immediate Release Website: www.oifw.org Orlando, FL – Orlando International Fashion Week (OIFW), a 501(c)(3) organization, is excited to announce its exclusive fashion shows on June 8, 2025, at the prestigious Winter Park Events Center in Winter Park, Florida. The highly anticipated event will feature two incredible runway shows at 3:00 PM and 7:30 PM, offering attendees the opportunity to witness the latest collections from top designers, emerging talent, and the future of fashion. Guests can…

As part of the Orange County Mayor’s Citizens Academy, I’ve been given the incredible opportunity to explore the inner workings of our local government, gaining insights into the essential services that keep our community thriving. The academy is a dynamic 9-week program that provides participants with a first-hand look at how Orange County operates, offering guided tours of key facilities and engaging discussions with county…