Transform Your Event Into a Movement

When Leslie Lew steps on stage, she doesn’t just speak — she transforms the energy in the room.
Audiences feel seen, empowered, and ready to reclaim their voice, confidence, and safety.

Leslie’s trauma-informed approach blends raw storytelling, practical self-defense strategies, and embodied leadership tools — creating an unforgettable experience that moves people from awareness to action.

Attendees walk away with:

  • Real-world tools to set stronger boundaries

  • Renewed confidence to speak up and lead

  • A sense of collective empowerment that lasts long after the event

Leslie has ignited audiences from Harvard to King’s College, from corporate teams to women’s empowerment summits, inspiring thousands to rise into their power.

If your event demands a speaker who is bold, unforgettable, and unapologetically transformative —


👉 Book Leslie Lew and give your audience the courage to change everything.

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Leslie Lew

Self-Defense Educator | Author | Humanitarian

Leslie Lew is an international keynote speaker, humanitarian, and three-time author—widely known as “The Warrior.” She is a bold, trauma-informed voice in the global movement for women’s safety, healing, and empowerment.

In 2024, Leslie took the stage at Harvard University and King’s College at the University of Cambridge, delivering raw, soul-baring talks on reclaiming voice and power. That same year, she reached over 23,000 young people across Kenya in just nine days—igniting a global movement rooted in courage, justice, and ancestral strength.

As the founder of Reclaiming Your Courage and co-founder of the Warrior Queens Rise movement , Leslie fuses martial arts mastery, somatic healing, and storytelling to dismantle fear-based narratives and create brave spaces where marginalized communities rise with power and purpose.

Recognized internationally—including being named one of the “Global Women to Watch in 2024” by the Washington DC Chronicle News—Leslie is a two-time Black Belt and lifelong martial artist who doesn’t just teach self-defense—she lives it.

Through every keynote, every movement, and every act of truth, Leslie Lew is reclaiming the stage—not for performance, but for liberation.

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PODCAST & Media Highlights

Rise Today - Biashara Tuesday

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LOSD Skills Live @ King’s College cambridge uk

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DC Chronical:global
Women to watch in 2024
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to co-create a world where every woman and child feels safe, confident, and free to live boldly in their fullest potential.

MISSION STATEMENT

our brand Values

LOVE

Our brand is built on a foundation of love, fostering genuine connections and compassion in everything we do.

sTRENGTH

At the heart of our brand is a commitment to inner and outer strength. We believe in empowering individuals to discover and take ownership of  their inner resilience, courage, and determination.

aDVOCACY

We  equip individuals with the skills and confidence to advocate for themselves and their interests assertively.

intentional action

Every decision we make is deliberate and purposeful, reflecting our commitment to creating positive impact and meaningful change.

We actively stand in solidarity with marginalized groups, advocating for justice.We prioritize building strong communities where individuals feel valued, supported, and included.

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Testimonials

  • “My time with Leslie gave me hope, inspiration and a sense of peace and calm. I felt grounded and connected to my true voice. I was clear headed and could see the old patterns and behaviors creeping back into how I was showing up in my relationship. Leslie helped me create a plan, shared tools and techniques to use during trigger times - ultimately she helped guide me back to my own inner wisdom and power.”

    Diana L.

  • “Few people bring more energy, excitement, and massive courage to the stage than Leslie Lew. Her talks are inspiring, dynamic, and, massively motivating, so you want to take action immediately. Leslie brings theory into reality. She shows you tangibly what you can do to reclaim your courage, step into your power, and own your space the way you have always wanted to but been too scared to try. You can literally see the audience begin to reclaim their own courage and voice in real time during her talks.”

    Jeff H.

  • “After one conversation with Leslie, I was able to turn what was previously a very anxiety inducing situation into one of the most empowering moments in my life.For months I lived in fear of confronting my gaslighting, sh*thead neighbor whose consistently off leash dog attacked my dogs twice in two months. Leslie helped me identify the root cause of my fear, helped me formulate my statement (what I would say to him next time), and after intentionally practicing my messaging as she coached me to do, the third time his dog tried to bite mine (no joke) I was able to yell at him to take accountability, I was able to call the police, and I was able to hold back tears as I told the officers my story. ”

    Stephanie C.

  • “Anyone who wants to learn about self defense and gain practical skills to protect themselves in unexpected situations will benefit from Leslie’s workshop. I feel engaged during this experience and left feeling more empowered. My identity as a small, AAPI female does not mean I should feel vulnerable and there are simple things I can do to reclaim my courage.”

    Cynthia P.

  • "Prior to working with Leslie, self-defense and setting boundaries felt like something that my people-pleasing self just couldn’t bring myself to do. Leslie helped me feel safe and got me connected with my voice and my body in a grounded and empowering way that helped me tap into a power I didn’t even know I had within me."Prior to working with Leslie, self-defense and setting boundaries felt like something that my people-pleasing self just couldn’t bring myself to do. Leslie helped me feel safe and got me connected with my voice and my body in a grounded and empowering way that helped me tap into a power I didn’t even know I had within me."

    Krsty B