"Our audience was diverse including nationally prominent philanthropists, university students, gender and women's studies scholars, and a diverse cross-section of leaders from our local community. Janine spoke to all of them with a presentation that told her story, helped us all feel the presence of her sister Amy, who lost her life to intimate partner violence, and provided guidance about warning signs related to unhealthy or dangerous relationships. She is not only a great speaker, but wise and sensitive about how to tackle difficult topics with her audience. This was a talk that can save lives."

- 4W Women and Wellbeing Initiative

"Janine is an incredible speaker with a story that captivated a room of nearly 900 professional women at our annual Women Who Care Share Luncheon. You could hear a pin drop in the room as guests were transfixed by her emotional story. She helped us raise over $130,000 for the services we provide to victims of domestic violence and sexual assault. Her real life stories highlight the importance of services and community support for victims. After the event many guests stopped to purchase a book and share their story or gratitude with Janine. She truly touched the lives of our guests, we are so grateful for her courage to stand up and share her story."

- YWCA Oklahoma City

"I just wanted to let you know that the impact of your talk has been reverberating; like a stone thrown into a pond. The splash was fantastic enough itself, but the ripples have been sobering and hopeful all at once. Your story sparked it in a big way. Thank you for mobilizing community members who feel helpless, as well as who knows how many actual victims in the audience."

- San Francisco

"Janine was great!  It was a pleasure to have her as our keynote, and I would certainly recommend her to other groups.  Our event was sold out and when Janine spoke you could hear a pin drop.  Not an easy task considering our usually “very lively” audience.  She was very gracious during the book signing as well."

- Milwaukee Women’s Center

"Thank you for sharing your touching story at Portsmouth Naval Hospital.  I admire your strength and courage.  It was great to hear your personal story of triumph and perseverance.  I think everyone learned a great deal, and we successfully increased awareness of domestic violence."

- Portsmouth Naval Hospital

"Janine Latus’ presentation at East Carolina University was powerful, mesmerizing. Many students—who had originally attended believing they would acquire little more than extra credit for their classes—left at the end of the hour with knowledge that may one day save their lives. Her story is at once poignant and uplifting, horrific and hopeful. Somewhere in the ether, I hope that her sister Amy knows that her own death was not in vain—her voice still lives through Janine, and it speaks to all of us."

- East Carolina University

"Janine draws her audience in from the first story and keeps them engaged throughout. She has an ability to talk about this most difficult subject, domestic and relationship violence, in a way that invokes potential for change not the customary pity. Consistently at the end of each presentation I hosted and attended I have seen the impact of her presence. Her story tells others that their story matters and change is possible. Be prepared for a transformative experience!"

- Old Dominion University

"I just wanted to say thank you for speaking at the naval base today. I was very touched/moved by you. You were AMAZING! I would love to have my wife listen to you if you ever come back to the area. I was so moved by you today that I couldn’t wait to go home and tell her. I was completely speechless at the end of your talk. I wanted to shake your hand at the end, but the line was too long and I thought then that I would email you…”

- Naval Submarine Base New London, CT

"Janine Latus is an inspirational speaker. She will touch your heart and mind. You can hear a pin drop when she speaks and the sound of a standing ovation when she’s done. Do not hesitate to invite this very dynamic keynote speaker! She will move the audience into action."

- CEO National Family Justice Center Alliance

"As a development professional for more than 17 years, I have worked with many celebrity guests and speakers; very few have captivated an audience and motivated the community to action like Janine Latus. As keynote speaker for the 2017 Women Against Violence luncheon, Janine took us along her tumultuous journey of sexual assault, violence, murder and ultimate survival. We sometimes forget how powerful words can be, until we hear someone as inspirational as Janine Latus."

- Development Director Samaritan House Virginia Beach, VA

"Author, speaker and domestic violence advocate, Janine Latus, knows how to tell a story and captivate an audience. She received a standing ovation moving many to tears. The audience clearly identified with Janine, realizing the serious nature of our organization’s work and as a result, were highly motivated to give. Within the window of a 1-hour luncheon program, Janine helped Interface raise an additional $25,000 for a net total of $80,000."

- Fund Development & Marketing Director Interface Children & Family Services Camarillo, CA

"Janine Latus delivers a powerful, sobering, yet inspirational keynote address. Her audience was riveted, hanging on her every word. I am so thankful she has shared her and her sister’s tragic story so she can help and offer hope to other women and children."

- Board Member YWCA Spokane, WA

"We could not have chosen a better or more significant keynote presenter for our women’s and gender studies conference with an audience of students, faculty, community members and activists.  Janine Latus uses the narrative of her own life and family losses to help other women and girls understand how intimate partner abuse can happen to anyone. She has the ability to engross her audience with an engaging yet candid style of delivery that ranks her as a first-class story and truth-teller."

- Women's and Gender Studies Consortium Co-Chair 2018 4W Summit

"Janine’s unforgettable story of abuse is two-fold. First, she told of her personal abusive relationship … to the outside world, they looked perfect. They had a beautiful home, money, social status, all of the things that would reflect their affluent lifestyle. However, what people did not know about was his extremely controlling behavior. Second, Ms. Latus told the heartfelt story about her sister Amy, whose abusive relationship ultimately led to her murder…"

- Midlands Family Justice Center Omaha, Nebraska