Who Is Tanisha Michele?

Tanisha Michele (Bagley) is an author, speaker, entrepreneur, and trauma-informed advocate for survivors of domestic violence and sexual assault. Born in the Bronx, New York, and raised in Palmer Springs, Virginia, Tanisha uses her own story of survival and healing to educate, empower, and inspire others.

As a survivor herself, she understands that healing is not linear — it’s lifelong. Through her keynotes, workshops, and trainings, Tanisha helps individuals and organizations recognize the lasting impact of violence while learning how to respond with compassion, accountability, and action. Her mission is to transform awareness into prevention, and pain into purpose.

Tanisha has trained more than 700 Raleigh Police Officers and worked with the North Carolina Department of Corrections, as well as schools, universities, faith-based organizations, and community groups nationwide. Her restorative work includes facilitating rehabilitation programs for justice-involved populations through The S.O.A.R. (Sexual Offenders Accountability and Responsibility) and S.T.O.P & Change Direction Domestic Violence Education and Treatment programs.

She has shared her voice at national conferences, Women’s Empowerment events, and federal violence prevention forums — reaching audiences of all ages. Tanisha’s advocacy and expertise have been featured on The Russ Parr Morning Show, The Tom Joyner Morning Show’s Stop the Violence Campaign, The Reverend Al Sharpton Show, The Montel Williams Show, and in PINK Magazine. She was also invited as an audience guest at The Oprah Winfrey Show and recognized with multiple awards, including Mentor of the Year and Citizen of the Year honors from leading community organizations.

Today, Tanisha continues to serve as a trusted voice for survivors and a resource for organizations seeking to build trauma-informed, survivor-centered environments. Through her framework — Prevention. Safety. Accountability. Healing. — she helps schools, workplaces, and faith communities move beyond awareness to real, sustainable change.