Brenda Sawyer was born and raised in New York City and currently resides in Philadelphia. Her strong spiritual foundation acknowledges that she is a true Christian who believes that she can do all things through Christ who strengthens her. As a young child, Brenda has always had a passion for teaching and imparting knowledge in the society and world at large. After graduating from Hunter College with a dual major in Psychology and Early Childhood Education, Brenda taught elementary school for twenty-six years in a School District of Philadelphia. Brenda holds a second Master's degree from Cabrini College. In addition to being a published author of Encouraging Words For The Mind, Spirit and Soul, she is also the Founder and CEO of GIRLS WALKING WITH INTEGRITY EMPOWERING FOR DESTINY (GWWI), a Christian mentoring ministry which empowers young ladies between the ages of 8-18 to trust in God, believe in their dreams and all that God has called them to be. You can contact Brenda Sawyer with the following handle: www.brendasawyer.com www.girlswalkingwithintegrity.com www.facebook.com/brendasawyer.58 www.instagram.com/brendasawyerencourages