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Sonny Von Cleveland & STORRY

Sonny Von Cleveland & STORRY Speaking Fee: $10,000 to $20,000

Sonny Von Cleveland & STORRY

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Speaking Fee:
$10,000 to $20,000

Travels From:
LON - London (All Airports)

Primary Topic Category:
Inspiration / Motivation / Overcoming Obstacles

Secondary Topic Category:
Authors & Storytellers

 

Sonny Von Cleveland & STORRY Speaker Profile: At A Glance

The Power of Voice is a dynamic, truth-telling conversation led by nationally recognized speaker and justice advocate Sonny Von Cleveland, and critically acclaimed singer and survivor of trafficking, STORRY. Together, they bring powerful lived experience, artistry, and advocacy to a rare and authentic exchange that centers survivor voices and opens the door to real change and healing.

Sonny Von Cleveland Author | Speaker | Survivor | Activist A Voice for Redemption, A Force for Change Sonny Von Cleveland is a nationally recognized speaker, author, and survivor whose life story embodies the power of redemption. After surviving childhood sexual abuse and spending 18 years in prison, including 19 months in solitary confinement, Sonny transformed his journey into a mission of healing and justice. His lived experience gives him a unique perspective that resonates deeply with audiences of all kinds—from youth and educators to justice professionals and lawmakers. He is the author of Hey, White Boy: Conversations of Redemption and a frequent guest on platforms such as Soft White Underbelly, The Hopeaholics Podcast, RecoveryView, and A Prisoner’s Pardon. In these appearances, Sonny speaks candidly about trauma, personal accountability, emotional intelligence, and the long road to forgiveness. Sonny is currently on a 22-city national tour titled Conversations of Redemption, which brings together survivors, justice advocates, and community leaders to foster honest dialogue about healing and systems change. The tour creates space for deep reflection, open communication, and the dismantling of stigma around incarceration and trauma. He is also a key supporter of Operation Light Shine, a nonprofit dedicated to combating child trafficking through specialized INTERCEPT Task Forces that unite law enforcement, technology, and survivor insight. His impact has been recognized with the Community Catalyst Award, Palm Springs Person of the Year (2023), and commendations from the California State Senate, the U.S. Congress, and the State Legislative Assembly. His ability to connect across lines of difference and to speak with both intensity and compassion makes him a sought-after voice in the movement to reimagine justice and recovery. STORRY Artist | Speaker | Survivor | Advocate Telling Unapologetic Truths Through Art and Action STORRY is a two-time JUNO-nominated artist and survivor advocate whose voice and vision are reshaping the conversation around trauma, justice, and creative freedom. A classically trained vocalist and multidisciplinary creator, STORRY uses music, storytelling, and live performance to challenge stigma and reclaim narrative. Her work blends genres—ranging from soul and hip hop to opera —making each performance both unexpected and deeply moving. Her work has been featured internationally. As a survivor of human trafficking and gender-based violence, she brings both lived experience and artistic excellence to stages, panels, and campaigns that demand depth and authenticity. STORRY doesn’t just perform—she creates space for reflection, honesty, and transformation. She has collaborated with leading organizations including the Canadian Centre to End Human Trafficking, Victim Services, Ella’s (UK), and the Canadian High Commission in London. These partnerships have allowed her to bridge the gap between art and advocacy, bringing public attention to complex issues through creative storytelling. STORRY has also partnered with global brands such as Michael Kors and AllSaints to amplify survivor-led messaging through cultural platforms that reach broader audiences. Through raw storytelling and genre-defying performance, STORRY invites audiences into deeper conversations about coercion, healing, resilience, and collective change. She is especially effective at reaching young people, marginalized communities, and creatives looking for connection and purpose. Whether performing on a major stage or speaking in an intimate setting, STORRY’s presence is unforgettable offering not just a performance, but an invitation to feel, reflect, and take action.
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