April Hernandez Castillo
Keynote Speaker: Television & Film Actress, Known for "Freedom Writers;" Author of "Embracing Me" & TEDx Speaker
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April Hernandez Castillo Biography
Best known for her compelling role as "Eva" in the movie "Freedom Writers," April Hernandez Castillo has established a significant presence in both film and television. Beyond her work in "Freedom Writers," she has shown her versatility as an actress with appearances in popular television series including "Law & Order: SVU," "The Following," "Person of Interest," "Elementary," "Dexter," "New Amsterdam," "Prodigal Son," and "Gossip Girl." Her performance in "Dexter" earned her a nomination for a SAG Award for Best Ensemble Cast.
Raised in the Bronx during the challenging times of the Crack Epidemic Era, Hernandez Castillo faced numerous personal adversities from a young age, including a turbulent relationship that involved physical, emotional, and verbal abuse during her teenage years. These experiences deeply influenced her future endeavors and her commitment to speaking on topics such as resilience, overcoming adversity, and moving beyond trauma. Her engagements have taken her to prestigious platforms where she shares her insights and encourages others to confront and grow from their challenges.
Hernandez Castillo is also an accomplished author, having penned the memoir "Embracing Me," which details her journey from a tumultuous past to empowerment. This narrative not only highlights her survival of intimate partner violence but also her struggles with severe postpartum depression, underscoring her advocacy for transparency about the difficulties of motherhood. Living in NYC with her husband and their two daughters, she co-owns LionChaser Media, Inc., a production company. Her personal and professional life embodies a commitment to fostering understanding and healing, making her story and insights particularly resonant with diverse audiences.
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April Hernandez Castillo Speaking Topics
Learning to embrace one's past mistakes, failures, and traumas takes tremendous courage and bravery. What if you faced your fears, doubt, and pain head-on instead of running away? Learning to embrace yourself no matter what; is truly freeing. April transparently shares how anyone can fully embrace who they are.
Key Takeaways:
- Discover the Process of Embracing Your Story
- How to Make your Mess into a Powerful Message
- Self Acceptance is the First Step
According to the National Domestic Violence Hotline, 1 in 10 high school students will experience some form of intimate partner violence. From 16 to 19, April endured physical, emotional, and verbal abuse from her partner. She has toured the nation, speaking about the effects of abuse amongst the youth. Abuse can affect anyone.
Key Takeaways:
- Real Love Doesn’t Abuse
- Recognizing the Signs of Abuse
- You have the Power to Speak Up
April's parents secretly dealt with drug addiction when she was a child. It wasn't until years later that this "family secret" would be revealed, and it would significantly impact April's life. Feelings of doubt and anxiety would follow her for many years until she could finally accept the truth about her family. Key Takeaways:
- The Trauma of Silence
- How children go Unseen and Unheard in Families with Addiction
- Recovery is Possible
April experienced severe postpartum depression after her first pregnancy. After dealing with feelings of guilt and shame, her therapist suggested she begin operating in full transparency about the difficulties of motherhood. It changed her life forever.
Key Takeaways:
- Transparency is about Ownership
- Stop Guilt and Shame from Owning Your Daily Decisions
- How to Embrace Your Truth
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How much does it cost to book April Hernandez Castillo for a speaking engagement?
Speaking fees for April Hernandez Castillo, or any other speakers and celebrities, are determined based on a number of factors and may change without notice. The estimated fee for a live event is $20,000 - $30,000. For the most current speaking fee to hire April Hernandez Castillo, click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536 to speak directly with an experienced booking agent.
What topics does April Hernandez Castillo speak about?
April Hernandez Castillo is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Influential Women, Inspirational, Women's Empowerment, Personal Growth, Empowerment, Social Activism, Addiction & Recovery, Mental Health, Motivational, Family & Parenting and Youth.
Who is the agent for April Hernandez Castillo?
AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like April Hernandez Castillo for clients worldwide since 2002. As a full-service speaker booking agency, we have access to virtually any speaker or celebrity in the world. Our agents are happy and able to submit an offer to the speaker or celebrity of your choice, letting you benefit from our reputation and long-standing relationships in the industry. Please click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page including the details of your event, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536, and one of our agents will assist you to book April Hernandez Castillo for your next private or corporate function.
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April Hernandez Castillo is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics including Influential Women, Inspirational and Women's Empowerment. The estimated speaking fee range to book April Hernandez Castillo for live events is $20,000 - $30,000. Please contact us for virtual event fees. April Hernandez Castillo can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. Similar motivational celebrity speakers are Erika Gilchrist, Dr. Brenda Combs, Ed.D. and Judge Glenda Hatchett. Contact All American Speakers for ratings, reviews, videos and information on scheduling April Hernandez Castillo for an upcoming event.
SPEAKING TOPICS
April Hernandez Castillo Speaking Topics
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The Power of Embracing Yourself
Learning to embrace one's past mistakes, failures, and traumas takes tremendous courage and bravery. What if you faced your fears, doubt, and pain head-on instead of running away? Learning to embrace yourself no matter what; is truly freeing. April transparently shares how anyone can fully embrace who they are.
Key Takeaways:
- Discover the Process of Embracing Your Story
- How to Make your Mess into a Powerful Message
- Self Acceptance is the First Step
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Love Does Not Abuse
According to the National Domestic Violence Hotline, 1 in 10 high school students will experience some form of intimate partner violence. From 16 to 19, April endured physical, emotional, and verbal abuse from her partner. She has toured the nation, speaking about the effects of abuse amongst the youth. Abuse can affect anyone.
Key Takeaways:
- Real Love Doesn’t Abuse
- Recognizing the Signs of Abuse
- You have the Power to Speak Up
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Their Crisis, My Recovery
April's parents secretly dealt with drug addiction when she was a child. It wasn't until years later that this "family secret" would be revealed, and it would significantly impact April's life. Feelings of doubt and anxiety would follow her for many years until she could finally accept the truth about her family. Key Takeaways:
- The Trauma of Silence
- How children go Unseen and Unheard in Families with Addiction
- Recovery is Possible
-
The Gift of Transparency
April experienced severe postpartum depression after her first pregnancy. After dealing with feelings of guilt and shame, her therapist suggested she begin operating in full transparency about the difficulties of motherhood. It changed her life forever.
Key Takeaways:
- Transparency is about Ownership
- Stop Guilt and Shame from Owning Your Daily Decisions
- How to Embrace Your Truth
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How do I book April Hernandez Castillo to speak at my event?
Our experienced booking agents have successfully helped clients around the world secure speakers like April Hernandez Castillo for speaking engagements, personal appearances, product endorsements, or corporate entertainment since 2002. Click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page to check availability for April Hernandez Castillo, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536 to discuss your upcoming event. One of our experienced agents will be happy to help you get speaking fee information and check availability for April Hernandez Castillo or any other speaker of your choice. -
How much does it cost to book April Hernandez Castillo for a speaking engagement?
Speaking fees for April Hernandez Castillo, or any other speakers and celebrities, are determined based on a number of factors and may change without notice. The estimated fee for a live event is $20,000 - $30,000. For the most current speaking fee to hire April Hernandez Castillo, click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536 to speak directly with an experienced booking agent. -
What topics does April Hernandez Castillo speak about?
April Hernandez Castillo is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Influential Women, Inspirational, Women's Empowerment, Personal Growth, Empowerment, Social Activism, Addiction & Recovery, Mental Health, Motivational, Family & Parenting and Youth. -
Who is the agent for April Hernandez Castillo?
AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like April Hernandez Castillo for clients worldwide since 2002. As a full-service speaker booking agency, we have access to virtually any speaker or celebrity in the world. Our agents are happy and able to submit an offer to the speaker or celebrity of your choice, letting you benefit from our reputation and long-standing relationships in the industry. Please click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page including the details of your event, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536, and one of our agents will assist you to book April Hernandez Castillo for your next private or corporate function. -
What is a full-service speaker booking agency?
AAE Speakers Bureau is a full-service speaker booking agency, meaning we can completely manage the speaker’s or celebrity’s engagement with your organization from the time of booking your speaker through the event’s completion. We provide all of the services you need to host April Hernandez Castillo or any other speaker of your choice, including offer negotiation, contractual assistance, accounting and billing, and event speaker travel and logistics services. When you book a speaker with us, we manage the process of hosting a speaker for you as an extension of your team. Our goal is to give our clients peace of mind and a best-in-class service experience when booking a speaker with us. -
Why is AAE Speakers Bureau different from other booking agencies?
If you’re looking for the best speaker recommendations, paired with a top-notch customer service experience, you’re in the right place. At AAE Speakers Bureau, we exclusively represent the interests of our clients - professional organizations, companies, universities, and associations. We intentionally do not represent the speakers we feature or book. That is so we can present our clients with the broadest and best performing set of speaker options in the market today, and we can make these recommendations without any obligation to promote a specific speaker over another. This is why when our agents suggest a speaker for your event, you can be assured that they are of the highest quality with a history of proven success with our other clients.
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