The Dawning Institute is more than a name; it’s a piece of my soul, woven with memory, meaning, and love.
Though I legally changed my name in 2013, the word Dawn remains sacred to me. It’s the name my father gave me, a gentle, radiant man whose laughter could lift the heaviest room and whose kindness left a quiet mark on everyone he met. When I chose the name for this institute, it was with him in mind. Dawning felt perfect: a word that speaks of new beginnings, renewal, and the warmth of hope returning after a long night.Everything within this space carries echoes of him. The joy he radiated lives in the light we aim to bring to others. His gentleness inspires the way we hold space. His strength as a provider and protector grounds our commitment to creating a safe, inclusive environment for healing.
The Dawning Institute exists to carry forward his legacy, not just in name, but in spirit. With every person we welcome, every life we uplift, his light continues. This is my tribute. This is his legacy in motion.
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