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Dr. Mildred D Muhammad, D.Hum

Award-Winning Global Keynote Speaker, Maryland State Board of Victim Services, Speaker/US Dept of State & Author

Dr. Mildred D Muhammad, D.Hum, speaker and advocate for domestic abuse survivors, offers profound insights on resilience, mental well-being, and navigating hidden abuse. A survivor and former wife of the D.C. sniper, she uses her story to inspire change, empowering individuals and communities to create safer, more compassionate environments.

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*October 21, 2024 ~ Governor Wes Moore appointed Mildred Muhammad to serve on the Maryland State Board of Victim Services for five years during Domestic Violence Awareness Month*

Dr. Mildred D Muhammad, D.Hum is an award-winning, globally recognized keynote speaker, bestselling author, and certified domestic violence advocate who has inspired millions with her powerful story of survival and resilience. As the ex-wife of the infamous D.C. sniper, John Allen Muhammad, Mildred has transformed unimaginable trauma into a lifelong mission to support victims and survivors of domestic abuse.

Mildred’s personal journey is one of extraordinary strength. After enduring years of emotional and psychological abuse, she faced the ultimate terror when her then-husband took their children on a weekend visitation and refused to bring them back. Forced into hiding for safety, Mildred spent 18 months trying to reclaim custody of her children while also fighting to protect herself and her family from his ongoing threats. Despite the immense victim-blaming and challenges, Mildred emerged as a fierce advocate for others, sharing her experience to shed light on the often-overlooked impacts of domestic abuse.

Her compelling story is detailed in her critically-acclaimed book, Scared Silent: When the One You Love Becomes the One You Fear. In this memoir, Mildred takes readers through the harrowing experience of living with John Allen Muhammad, a man who transformed from a loving partner to a dangerous abuser. Her book provides an intimate look at the psychological and emotional abuse she endured, and how she found the strength to escape and ultimately regain custody of her children.

In 2024, Maryland Governor Wes Moore appointed Mildred to the Maryland State Board of Victim Services, recognizing her decades of dedication to victim advocacy. She serves as a Certified Consultant with the U.S. Department of Justice’s Office for Victims of Crime and an International Expert Speaker for the U.S. Department of State. Her expertise spans topics such as domestic abuse and violence, workplace violence, child custody, suicide, resilience, and self-care for victim service providers.

Mildred is acknowledged and honored for putting her expertise and experience to good use by supporting the Family Advocacy Program, which seeks to educate, promote awareness, and put an end to domestic abuse in military communities. Her contributions to this program continues to made a significant impact on the lives of service members and their families, providing critical resources and support.

In 2020, Prince George's County, Maryland, Council Member Jolene Ivey and Council Chair Todd M. Turner honored Mildred Muhammad with a Proclamation of Appreciation, recognizing her "Exemplary Role in the Fight Against Domestic Abuse."

Mildred’s advocacy and unwavering commitment to supporting survivors have been widely recognized. In 2008, she received the U.S. Department of Justice Special Commendation from the Office on Violence Against Women, presented by The Honorable Cynthia Dyer, Director, in recognition of her extraordinary contributions to the prevention of domestic violence and her dedication to the mission of the Office on Violence Against Women. She is also the recipient of the 2023 DomesticShelters.org Purple Ribbon Lifetime Achievement Medallion Award and the 2022 Albert Nelson Marquis Lifetime Achievement Award, among other honors from corporations, government agencies, nonprofits organizations as well as military facilities.

Her advocacy work has been featured on major media platforms, including CNN and NPR, where she continues to educate the public about the complexities of abuse and the long-term impact on survivors. Mildred’s writings, combined with her compelling keynote speeches, have empowered countless individuals to find hope and healing after trauma.

Through her expertise, authenticity, and unwavering commitment to victim advocacy, Mildred Muhammad has become a beacon of hope for survivors and a catalyst for meaningful change. Her story is a testament to the strength of the human spirit and the transformative power of resilience.

As you prepare to hear Mildred speak, you will witness firsthand her remarkable ability to connect with audiences and inspire action. Her journey is not just a story of survival—it is a call to empower others to create a world where all victims of abuse can thrive.

Keynotes

Featured Keynote

  • Self-Care and Sustainability in Leadership for Women
  • The Power of Emotional Intelligence in Leaders
  • Mental Health and Legacy: Leaving a Positive Impact Through Resilience
  • Navigating Public Perception and Staying True to Your Values
  • The Importance and Benefits of Work/Life Balance

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ID's Annual No Excuse for Abuse Campaign Reveals True Story of DC Sniper's Ex-Wife

ID is launching their annual No Excuse for Abuse Campaign in honor of Domestic Violence Awareness Month. At the center of the campaign is the documentary "Hunted By My Husband: The Untold Story of the DC Sniper," which tells the story of the sniper's ex-wife Mildred Muhammad. A trailer for the documentary reveals that Muhammad's alleged plan was to kill random strangers so that when he killed his ex, her murder would seem random, too. In the footage, Mildred recalls the moment she found out she was the sniper's intended target. Watch!

Mildred Muhammad Returns to Fort Stewart and Fort Hunter, GA, to Address Rising Domestic Violence in Military Families

Acclaimed domestic violence advocate and survivor, Mildred Muhammad, returned to Fort Stewart and Fort Hunter, GA, to lead essential training sessions on domestic violence awareness and self-care for military victim service providers, first responders, and military spouses.

Governor Wes Moore Appoints Mildred Muhammad to Maryland State Board of Victim Services During Domestic Violence Awareness Month

This appointment honors Muhammad's dedication to Advocacy and highlights Maryland's commitment to supporting victims and survivors of Domestic Violence.

20-Years After the DC-Sniper: New Book Reveals Multiple Untold Stories of Domestic Abuse

The ex-wife of the DC Sniper, Mildred D. Muhammad unites 12 survivors of domestic abuse to tell their own empowering stories to help others escape their trauma.

20 years after D.C. sniper attacks, we keep ignoring what it was all about

But before his ex-wife finally got custody of their three children — after years of abuse, after local police in Washington state didn't enforce the restraining order a judge granted, after the folks who knew the couple didn't believe her when she tried to tell them about the abuse, after he kidnapped the kids to Antigua for 18 months — John Muhammad laid it all out for her, told her exactly what his revenge was going to look like.

Mildred D. Muhammad Presented with the Albert Nelson Marquis Lifetime Achievement Award by Marquis Who's Who

Ms. Muhammad has been endorsed by Marquis Who's Who as a leader in the fields of domestic abuse & violence advocacy, professional public speaker on abuse, coaching and consultant.

‘I will kill you’: The connection between mass shooters and domestic violence

“No one wants to listen when it's time to listen.” That's what Mildred Muhammad says quietly to herself every time another mass shooting makes news.

D'Amato: Violence doesn't always leave bruises

Mildred Muhammad, whose ex-husband became the “Beltway Sniper” who randomly killed 17 people in the U.S., was guest speaker at a fundraising event hosted by Women's ... Mildred was in Kitchener on Thursday to speak at a fundraising event hosted by Women's Crisis Services of Waterloo Region.

Mildred Muhammad To Address Domestic Abuse At Free UTHSC ...

For domestic abuse survivor Mildred Muhammad, ex-wife of “D.C. Sniper” John A. Muhammad, writing out her thoughts in a journal and primal scream therapy helped her to deal with the pain she had experienced. “I had no one to talk to, so I needed to find an outlet in order to get that pain out,” she said.

Mildred Muhammad: 'I'm Still Standing'

John, Salena and Taalibah Muhammad saw their father, John Allen Muhammad, arrested on Oct. 24, 2002, for a string of sniper shootings that killed 17 people in Washington, D.C., Alabama, Arizona, Florida, Georgia, Louisiana and Texas. In her latest book, I'm Still Standing, released in March, Mildred ...

  • 2022 In The Midst Of Chaos: Home is the most dangerous place to be.
  • 2020 Being Abused While Teleworking During Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19) Pandemic: A Safety Guide for Victims of Domestic Abuse/Violence & Awareness for Bystanders
  • 2017 I'm Still Standing...Crawling Out of the Darkness Into The Light
  • 2016 A Survivor's Journal: A Journey From Victim to Survivor
  • 2014 Planning My Escape
  • 2010 Scared Silent: When the one you love, becomes the one you fear
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