Conference

The Terminator Program utilizes education, awareness and compassion to make a difference in youths’ lives including their families and communities. Through Vanish’s non-judgemental approach, the lives of our youth struggling with mental health through addiction can find the positive engagement, challenge and growth in self-esteem they need to overcome the challenges that hold them back from recovery and limit their potential. She is revolutionizing addiction recovery through sports coaching and peer support, including team training, physical strength, endurance and triathlon participation. She brings the tenets of “IronMan” to go beyond one’s limitations to help transform young lives!

Bravo! Bravo! Bravo! Excellent speakers, organizers and energy extended toward a community engaged to improve continuous care and support for individuals and families suffering from the impacts of mental health illness and addiction.

What stands out the most for me with Vanisha, is her hope, drive and determination. She never gave up. A victim of child sexual abuse and a recovering alcoholic herself, she not only persevered through what would cripple most parents but she rose above and started a Foundation having had no experience or guidance, but a dream, and belief that as a community we can use compassion, awareness and education to end the stigma.