About Derrick L. Hurley
My Story
My life took a major turn in 2015, when my oldest daughter was drugged and sexually assaulted in Antigua while in nursing school. The perpetrator was a London Metro Police officer. This started a 4 year journey to pursue justice, which included a historic extradition for Antigua. I wrote a book about this brutal journey that my family endured called Antiguan Justice: A Father's Fight. This experience manifested the need for me to get involved in the Sexual Assault space and continues to motivate me to do more.
Speaking Engagements
The Impact of Trauma
Sexual Assault Awareness
Real Masculinity
As a passionate advocate for survivors of sexual assault and a dedicated trainer, I am committed to raising awareness, fostering understanding, and inspiring action through impactful speaking engagements. I use the personal story of my daughter’s sexual assault in Antigua in 2015, to share lessons learned through the process.
With a focus on trauma-informed practices, my presentations are designed to educate, empower, and engage audiences of all backgrounds. As one of the sexual assault speakers dedicated to this cause, I tailor each talk to meet the unique needs of the audience. My goal is to create a safe space for open dialogue, share personal insights, and provide practical tools that can be implemented in everyday interactions.
Through storytelling, research, and interactive discussions, I aim to illuminate the complexities of trauma and the importance of support systems for survivors. This approach is a hallmark of effective sexual assault speakers who strive to make a tangible difference. Together, we can break the silence surrounding sexual assault, challenge societal norms, and promote healing and resilience.
Join me in this vital conversation as we work towards a more informed and compassionate society. Let’s inspire change and empower individuals to make a difference in their communities. I look forward to the opportunity to speak with you and share this important message.
Training Classes
What is Trauma
The Trauma Informed Approach
Welcome to my trauma informed approach training, where I empower individuals and organizations to create safe, supportive environments for those affected by trauma. Learning the effects of trauma is necessary to enhance resiliency and healing in the modern world. The intended trainees are first responders, advocates, educators, or healthcare professionals and anyone who is interacting with individuals who may have experienced trauma.
To request custom trauma informed approach training uniquely designed to meet the needs of your team and setting, contact me to discuss options.
The versatile course will provide you with the understanding of the risk indicators of trauma, its impact on behavior and well-being, and action plans to adopt trauma-informed practices. You will become familiar with practice and strategies as well as attend interactive workshops and engaging discussion to create a culture of safety, trust, and empowerment.
After the completion of this trauma informed approach training, you will have the knowledge and confidence to implement trauma-informed principals in your day-to-day life.
Join me in this vital journey towards understanding and compassion. Together, we can make a difference in the lives of those we serve, ensuring that every interaction is rooted in empathy and respect.
Let’s work together to build a more informed and compassionate community.