HER VISION: Dr. Toi Dennis

Please introduce yourself to our readers:
As a native of Champaign, Illinois, Dr. Toi Dennis’s dedication to education and service to the community has helped her to charter an accomplished and well-rounded career. She is an advocate of social change and a history maker. She believes in displaying the spirit of excellence in everything that she does and is relentless in her quest to help transform the lives of people and communities positively. In December 2012, Dr. Dennis became the Founder and CEO of Serenity House Women’s Shelter Inc. in Clarksville, Tennessee. She is an educator, author, radio personality, and motivational speaker. Dr. Dennis is one of the most up and coming influential, inspirational, and trailblazing leaders of her generation.

Dr. Dennis's experience includes over 17 years in Human Services and Higher Education. She has managed several programs designed to enhance the quality of life for children and families. She has researched homelessness and its effects on children's' mental and behavioral health. As an educator and Human Service Professional, Dr. Dennis has been recognized for her passion for establishing relationships in disenfranchised communities, building bridges for underserved populations, and serving as an advocate for those whose voices will never be heard.
 
Dr. Dennis is a 2020 Distinguished Alumni Award Honoree, 2019 Women Who Rock Nashville Nominee, 2018 Community Award Recipient, 2017 Victoria Sutherland Impact Award Recipient, 2017 Not Easily Broken Award Nominee, 2016 Angel Award Finalist Business Woman of The Year Nominee, 2016 Roselyn Jaffe Award Nominee, 2016 NAACP Home Town Hero Recipient, 2015 Governor Volunteer Star Award Recipient, 2013 -2014 Omega Psi Psi Citizen of the year recipient, 2014 Leading Lady Honoree, 2014 SHERO of the month

What makes you a visionary?
My life’s work has a higher purpose beyond my own material needs. I identify a problem in my community and take responsibility for contributing to its solution. My mission is to serve others in a way that best matches my skills and values. I am committed to making choices in my personal and professional life that furthers that purpose. I genuinely believe that having a positive attitude, no matter the challenges you face, makes a difference in your success. The two things that have sustained me throughout the years are a positive attitude and prayer. 

Share the 3 key steps that helped you bring your vision to life:
The 3 steps that helped bring my vision to life:

1. Prayer: Before manifesting the vision, confirmation from God must be received. It is essential that God is the foundation of everything that I do.

2.    Proper Planning: Writing the vision down, making it plain, and ordering task so that they can be completely successfully.

3.    Mentorship and Research: Having a good mentor to help guide me through the steps is crucial. Doing research to make sure I am not recreating the wheel but that I am enhancing the services in my own creative way.

What is next for you in 2020? 
2020 has been a year of confirmation thus far. God has been confirming the promises that he has for my life. My next goal is to continue my growth as a visionary and philanthropist. I will remain a positive light in other peoples’ lives by serving my community and helping future scholars soar within higher education.

​How can readers connect with you online?
Follow Dr. Toi Dennis (aka: Dr. Toi ) Social Media Pages:
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/drtoi.dennis  &  https://www.facebook.com/ThoughtsToInspireByDrToiDennis/
Instagram: @Dr. Toi
Connect With Dr. Toi: www.Dr.Toi.com