Life Beyond The Hurt is a non profit organization dedicated to marginalized individuals who have experienced some form of domestic violence/hurt in their lives and need a place of hope, resources and solace.
Leaving a domestic violence situation unfortunately, does not automatically signify the end of all suffering, which makes life after domestic violence an even more critical period for self-care.
With a focus on awareness, social change, accountability and community well being; Life Beyond The Hurt's most remarkable impact has been creating a safe space for marginalized women to feel physically and emotionally secure to openly express themselves, without fear of judgement or intimidation, while getting the tools and resources needed to navigate through life.
A nationally recognized IPV advocate, Founder and President Khalieha Cunningham established this organization to transform lived experience into leadership, advocacy, and systemic change. Rather than allowing her past to define her, Khalieha leveraged her journey to build a safe, empowering space where marginalized women are supported, resourced, and equipped to reclaim their power and purpose.
An accomplished accounting professional and author, Khalieha is a multi-award–recognized community leader. Her honours include the 2024 CIBWE Top 100 Women to Watch, Halifax Volunteer Award (2023), MSVU Alumni Award for Community Service (2022), Acquisition International Non-Profit Influential Businesswoman Award Winner (2023), Canadian SME National Black Entrepreneur & Immigrant Entrepreneur Nominee (2023), and Afropolitan Canada Leadership Award Nominee (2022/2023).
Khalieha’s leadership philosophy is rooted in the belief that survival is only the beginning, advocacy is the mission. She recognizes that every woman carries a story, and those stories hold power: the power to limit potential or ignite transformation. Through her work, Khalieha and her team at LBTH ensures that stories of adversity are reframed into tools for healing, resilience, and forward movement.
Life Beyond The Hurt's Mission, is to raise awareness, influence social and systemic change; while supporting those who have experienced domestic/sexual violence.
Our Values:
Our Strategic Focus:
L- Let Go
B- Be Brave
T- Think Big
H- Hurt has no place where your happiness resides.
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