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This Media Page serves as a curated collection of my public work, including podcast episodes, published writing, advocacy archives, and selected national media appearances. Each element reflects the ongoing development of the Intentional Resilience Blueprint and the broader mission of empowering individuals to navigate adversity with clarity, strength, and purpose.

Podcast: Break Through The Noise

Break Through The Noise is a narrative‑driven podcast exploring resilience, leadership, and the intentional choices that shape personal growth. Each episode challenges assumptions, deepens awareness, and offers practical frameworks for navigating complex experiences.

Completed Episodes

Break Through the Noise – Episode 1: Introduction & Your Journey

Episode 2: Living With Purpose | The Intentional Resilience Blueprint

Episode 3: The Rose Garden Manifesto

Episode 4: Heart Work vs. Hard Work

Upcoming Episodes

Upcoming episodes will be added as they are released.

Kankakee Daily Journal — “Kankakeean on Mission of Mercy” (1986)

Coverage Type: Local Newspaper Feature

Location: Kankakee, Illinois

This early newspaper feature highlighted Linda Walls’ humanitarian work in 1981, documenting her efforts to provide clothing and support to families in need. The article emphasized Linda’s commitment to dignity, compassion, and community service — qualities she demonstrated consistently even while privately enduring abuse. This coverage reflects the foundation of Linda’s lifelong dedication to helping others and reveals the strength of character that preceded her later public advocacy and statewide recognition.

MEDIA ARTIFACT:

Newspaper clipping (1986)

Television Appearance

The Oprah Winfrey Show – Full Interview (1993) Air Date: February 5, 1993

I appeared as a guest on The Oprah Winfrey Show for a full interview discussing the murder of my four children and the circumstances surrounding the case. The segment included photographs of my children and a detailed account of the events that led to their deaths. Oprah’s interview provided a national platform to address the realities of parental violence and the profound gaps in protection and intervention that existed at the time.

This appearance marked one of the earliest national discussions of my case and contributed to broader public awareness of domestic violence, stalking behavior, and the urgent need for systemic reform.

ABC News – Diane Sawyer: Domestic Violence – Faces of Fear (1996)

I appeared as a guest on The Oprah Winfrey Show for a full interview discussing the murder of my four children and the circumstances surrounding the case. The segment included photographs of my children and a detailed account of the events that led to their deaths. Oprah’s interview provided a national platform to address the realities of parental violence and the profound gaps in protection and intervention that existed at the time.

This appearance marked one of the earliest national discussions of my case and contributed to broader public awareness of domestic violence, stalking behavior, and the urgent need for systemic reform.

Published Work

My published work includes A Quick Reference Guide to Self‑Defense Against Stalking, originally developed as my master’s project in Communication Studies at Governors State University. The guide was later formalized into a written curriculum and copyrighted in 1994. It has been used in university‑level instruction, community education, and national victim‑advocacy training.

This guide supported my workshops at Governors State University, Bradley University, and the National Victims Center in Washington, D.C., and contributed to early national conversations about stalking behavior and victim protection.

Upcoming Book

My upcoming book, Daily Roadmap for Growth: Building Your Own Plan for Success, is a reflective and practical guide designed to help readers develop intentional habits, strengthen resilience, and create a personal framework for growth. This work aligns with the broader mission of the Intentional Resilience Blueprint and will serve as a companion resource for individuals seeking clarity, direction, and sustainable progress.

Release date and purchase information will be added upon publication.

Advocacy Archive

This archive documents the early development of my advocacy work, including educational materials, workshops, and national contributions that shaped public understanding of stalking behavior, domestic violence, and victim protection. These materials reflect the foundation of what would later evolve into the Intentional Resilience Blueprint.

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1994 Homicide Victims Memorial Service

Coverage Type: Statewide Memorial Event / Survivor Advocacy

Location: Illinois

In 1994, Linda Walls was invited to speak at the Illinois Homicide Victims Memorial Service, a gathering dedicated to honoring families who had lost loved ones to violent crime. Her remarks focused on resilience, grief, and the difficult truth that healing often requires strength no one prepares you for. During the ceremony, she shared a line that became closely associated with her early advocacy work:

“Realize that no one ever promised you a rose garden without thorns.”

The memorial marked a turning point in Linda’s public role as a survivor‑educator. It was one of the first times her voice was formally recognized within a statewide community of victims, advocates, and public‑policy leaders.

MEDIA ARTIFACTS:

Memorial plaque honoring LeDonja, Prima, Joel, and Justina Walls‑Howery

Chicago Tribune — “Family reunion focuses on peace — Nearby, homicide memorial seeks to rediscover it.” (1994) Newspaper coverage documenting the memorial event and community reflection

Illinois State Medical Society Auxiliary — Humanitarian Award (1994)

Coverage Type: Statewide Professional Recognition

Location: Oak Brook Hills Hotel & Resort, Illinois

In 1994, Linda Walls received the Illinois State Medical Society Auxiliary Humanitarian Award for her pioneering work educating the public about stalking, victim safety, and crisis recovery. The award recognized Linda’s leadership in developing one of the first educational programs addressing stalking in the United States and her commitment to empowering women through public workshops, university instruction, and national media advocacy.

The ceremony featured Chicago broadcasting icon Meri Dee of WGN Channel 9, who served not only as the event’s speaker but also as Linda’s mentor. Meri Dee played a meaningful role in Linda’s early speaking career, offering guidance, encouragement, and professional support at a pivotal time. She personally connected Linda with her agent, Beryl Zitt of The Contemporary Forum in Chicago, who also represented Illinois Poet Laureate Gwendolyn Brooks. This connection expanded Linda’s access to professional representation and strengthened her path as a public speaker and educator.

MEDIA ARTIFACTS:

SELF‑DEFENSE AGAINST STALKING: EARLY EDUCATION & WORKSHOP DEVELOPMENT (1993–1996)

My early stalking‑education work began in the mid‑1990s, during a period when stalking was not yet widely understood or formally addressed within criminal statutes. In community settings, university classrooms, and victim‑service organizations, I taught the foundational concepts that would later evolve into a structured curriculum. These early sessions focused on situational awareness, threat assessment, safety planning, and communication strategies for individuals facing escalating danger.

This educational work formalized into the Self‑Defense Against Stalking workshop, originally developed as my master’s project in Communication Studies at Governors State University. Governors State University was the first institution where the curriculum was taught, establishing the academic foundation for the program. The workshop was later presented to the National Victims Center in Washington, D.C., and subsequently taught at Bradley University, where it reached broader university audiences and community groups seeking practical tools for recognizing and responding to stalking behavior.

Together, these early presentations and the workshop itself represent the first comprehensive educational framework I created to help individuals understand stalking behavior and protect themselves during periods of heightened risk.

MEDIA ARTIFACT:

Image appears within the Diane Sawyer televised segment already included on this Media Page.

House Panel Sends on New Anti‑Stalking Bill — The Star, April 17, 1994

Coverage Type: Legislative Press Feature / Public Policy Impact

Publication: The Star (Sunday Edition)

Date: April 17, 1994

In early 1994, Linda Walls publicly exposed a dangerous loophole in Illinois law that allowed defense attorneys to issue intrusive, harassing subpoenas directly to crime victims without judicial oversight. The Star reported on her testimony before the Illinois House Criminal Judiciary Committee, where she described how post‑conviction subpoenas were being used as a tool of intimidation during the appeals in People v. Howery.

The committee unanimously advanced new anti‑stalking legislation (16–0), designed to require judicial review before any criminal defendant could obtain personal, employment, or financial records of victims or their families. The article documented Linda’s determination to bring statewide attention to the issue:

“I just feel that if I make my (subpoena) case known, somebody eventually will do something about it,” Walls said before Thursday’s hearing.

The article also detailed her extensive outreach to federal and state authorities — including the U.S. Attorney General, the U.S. Justice Department, the Illinois congressional delegation, the National Crime Victims Center, and the Illinois Criminal Justice Information Authority — revealing that no federal or state laws existed to protect victims from such subpoenas.

This 1994 coverage marks the beginning of Linda’s legislative advocacy, laying the groundwork for the reforms that would later become 725 ILCS 5/115‑17a.

MEDIA ARTIFACT: Newspaper clipping from The Star (April 17, 1994).

Subpoena Harassment During Post‑Conviction Proceedings (1994–1996)

Coverage Type: Victim Rights Documentation / Legislative Catalyst

Case Context: People v. Howery — Post‑Conviction & Capital Appeals

During the post‑conviction and appellate proceedings in People v. Howery, Linda Walls endured a sustained pattern of subpoena harassment that exposed a dangerous loophole in Illinois law. Defense counsel repeatedly issued intrusive subpoenas directly to her — without judicial oversight — seeking personal, employment, financial, and private records. These subpoenas were not tied to legitimate evidentiary needs; instead, they functioned as tools of intimidation, retraumatizing a surviving victim during years of capital appeals.

Newspaper coverage from the period documented the severity of the problem. One article reported:

“Walls said before Thursday’s hearing, opening a briefcase full of correspondence with officials…”

“No federal laws existed… No Illinois laws existed… No protections existed for victims being subpoenaed.”

The reporting confirmed that Linda contacted every level of government seeking relief, including the U.S. Attorney General, the U.S. Justice Department, the Illinois congressional delegation, the National Crime Victims Center, the Illinois Criminal Justice Information Authority, and multiple state legislators. Each agency confirmed the same alarming truth: there were no legal protections preventing defense attorneys from subpoenaing crime victims directly during post‑conviction proceedings.

This absence of statutory safeguards allowed defense counsel to weaponize subpoenas as a form of legal harassment — a tactic that disproportionately harmed victims and surviving family members. Linda’s persistence in documenting the abuse, contacting authorities, and testifying publicly brought statewide attention to the issue and directly catalyzed legislative reform.

Her advocacy during this period became the foundation for the creation of 725 ILCS 5/115‑17a, the law that now protects all Illinois crime victims from post‑conviction subpoena harassment.

MEDIA ARTIFACTS:

Interstate News Service clipping documenting subpoena harassment; clipped portion of the April 17, 1994 article containing federal and state law absence.

ILLINOIS GENERAL ASSEMBLY — HOUSE BILL 3373 (1995–1996)

Coverage Type: Legislative Press Feature / Public Policy Impact

Location: Springfield, Illinois

House Bill 3373 (HB 3373) is the Illinois legislation that Linda Walls personally initiated, shaped, and advanced to protect crime victims from abusive legal harassment during criminal appeals. After surviving repeated, invasive subpoenas from defense attorneys representing the man convicted of murdering her four children, Linda identified a dangerous loophole in Illinois law: victims who were alive could be legally targeted, pressured, and retraumatized through unlimited demands for personal records.

Linda contacted every U.S. Senator, every member of the U.S. House of Representatives, and key Illinois officials, providing the missing legal language needed to close this loophole. She then testified before the Illinois House Criminal Judicial Committee, prompting State Representative Phil Novak to sponsor HB 3373.

The bill amended the Rights of Crime Victims and Witnesses Act, prohibiting defense attorneys from using subpoenas to harass victims during appeals. HB 3373 passed both chambers of the Illinois General Assembly and was signed into law by Governor Jim Edgar, taking effect on January 1, 1996.

This legislative victory became a landmark moment in Illinois victim‑rights history and established Linda Walls as a survivor‑advocate whose work directly shaped state law.

MEDIA ARTIFACT:

Newspaper clipping from The Star (April 17, 1994).

Although not always highlighted in media coverage, my case contributed to early legislative conversations about stalking, domestic violence, and victim protection. My educational work supported universities, advocacy organizations, and national victim‑service programs during a period when stalking was not yet widely understood or formally addressed within criminal statutes.

Additional archival materials will be added as they are digitized and prepared for publication.

Legislative Digest Entries — 89th General Assembly (1996)

Coverage Type: Legislative Record / Statutory Confirmation

Source: Illinois Legislative Synopsis and Digest — 89th General Assembly

The Illinois Legislative Synopsis and Digest for the 89th General Assembly provides the official statutory record of the bill originally introduced as HB 3373, later renumbered and passed as HB 0040. This Digest confirms the bill’s movement through the Illinois House and Senate, its sponsorship, and its final codification into Illinois law.

HB 0040 appears in the Digest on pages 2669 and 2729, listed under Criminal Procedure. The record identifies Representative Thomas J. Dart as the bill’s primary sponsor, with involvement from Representative Phil Novak, whose district included Kankakee County — the jurisdiction where Linda Walls endured repeated subpoena harassment during People v. Howery.

The Digest documents the legislative pathway that transformed Linda’s advocacy into statutory protection. HB 0040 became 725 ILCS 5/115‑17a, establishing mandatory judicial review before any crime victim can be subpoenaed in a post‑conviction proceeding. This law directly resulted from Linda’s documentation of subpoena abuse, her testimony before the House Criminal Judiciary Committee, and her statewide outreach to federal and state officials.

MEDIA ARTIFACT: Legislative Digest pages (2669, 2729) listing HB 0040 within the 89th General Assembly.

Jenner & Block — Post‑Conviction Representation Contextual Entry (2002)

Coverage Type: Law Firm Publication / Post‑Conviction Proceedings Context

Source: Jenner & Block Pro Bono Report — Spring 2002

In 2002, Jenner & Block published a Pro Bono Report highlighting their representation of the defendant in People v. Howery during post‑conviction proceedings. The report celebrated the firm’s success in overturning the defendant’s death sentence and securing a life‑sentence outcome. While the publication focused on the firm’s legal achievement, it omitted the impact their post‑conviction strategy had on the surviving victim, Linda Walls.

During the closing argument of the original trial, defense counsel projected a life‑size photograph of Susan Smith — the South Carolina woman who drowned her two children — alongside an image of Smith’s SUV being pulled from the water with her dead children inside. Counsel then pointed at Linda and told the jury that if Susan Smith could murder her three children, “why couldn’t she have murdered her four children?” This comparison was not supported by evidence and inflicted profound emotional harm, illustrating the extent to which victims could be attacked in court without protection.

The same pattern continued during post‑conviction proceedings. Defense attorneys repeatedly issued subpoenas seeking Linda’s personal records, despite her having no involvement in the defendant’s appeal. These actions exposed a dangerous gap in Illinois law: crime victims could be compelled to appear, produce records, or face repeated legal demands during post‑conviction litigation, even when the requests were intrusive, irrelevant, or retraumatizing.

Linda documented these experiences and brought them to state officials, ultimately prompting legislative reform. Her advocacy led to the creation of 725 ILCS 5/115‑17a, enacted in 1996, which now requires judicial review before any crime victim may be subpoenaed in a post‑conviction proceeding. The statute ensures victims are notified, given the opportunity to object, and represented by the State’s Attorney — protections that did not exist during Linda’s experience.

The 2002 Jenner & Block publication is included in this archive not as a critique of the firm’s legal work, but as a contextual artifact illustrating the environment in which Linda’s legislative advocacy emerged. The report represents the broader legal landscape of the time: one in which post‑conviction defense strategies could inadvertently harm victims, and one in which Linda’s efforts helped establish statewide protections that remain in force today.

MEDIA ARTIFACT:

Excerpt from Jenner & Block Pro Bono Report — Spring 2002 referencing post‑conviction representation in People v. Howery.

Press & Features

This section will include selected press coverage, interviews, and written features that highlight my advocacy work, public education efforts, and contributions to national conversations about resilience, victim protection, and intentional growth.

Press links and archived articles will be added as they are collected and digitized.

Chicago TV News Feature — WMAQ Channel 5 (1993)

Interview by: Alison Rosati

Location: Kankakee, Illinois

Coverage Type: Television News Segment

In October 1993, Chicago’s WMAQ Channel 5 featured Linda Walls in a televised news segment highlighting her early advocacy for victims of stalking. Reporter Alison Rosati conducted an in‑home interview focused on Linda’s efforts to educate the public, strengthen awareness of stalking behaviors, and support victims navigating the legal system. The segment aired during the evening news and contributed to statewide visibility of Linda’s work at a time when anti‑stalking laws were newly emerging in Illinois.

Media Artifact:

A newspaper clipping documenting the interview, including a photograph of Rosati and videographer Ken Stone filming in Linda’s home.

WBBM‑TV Channel 2 — Planned Interview for National Victims Center (1993)

Coverage Type: Television News Feature (Planned Segment)

Location: Chicago, Illinois

Chicago’s WBBM‑TV Channel 2 scheduled an interview with Linda Walls for a segment intended for presentation at the National Victims Center in Washington, D.C. This planned coverage was documented in contemporaneous reporting, specifically within the Channel 5 news article that covered Linda’s early advocacy work. The reference highlights growing statewide and national interest in Linda’s efforts to educate the public about stalking during the early years of anti‑stalking legislation.

MEDIA ARTIFACT:

Referenced within the Channel 5 newspaper article documenting the televised interview.

Chicago Tribune — “Gatherings Touch Upon Life, Death” (1994)

Coverage Type: Newspaper Feature

Location: Illinois

This Chicago Tribune article covered the 1994 Homicide Victims Memorial Service, where Linda Walls delivered remarks honoring victims of violent crime. The feature highlighted the emotional significance of the ceremony and included Linda’s widely‑quoted reflection:

“Realize that no one ever promised you a rose garden without thorns.”

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ribune’s coverage helped bring statewide visibility to Linda’s early advocacy work, documenting her role as a survivor‑educator during a period when public understanding of stalking and victim protection was still emerging. The article remains one of the earliest published records of Linda’s public voice and the foundational themes that would later shape her educational and resilience‑building work.

MEDIA ARTIFACT:

Original Chicago Tribune article scan will be added once located.

Subpoena Reform for Crime Victims — 725 ILCS 5/115‑17a (1996)

Coverage Type: Legislative Press Feature / Public Policy Impact

Legislative Session: 89th General Assembly, State of Illinois

Public Acts: 89‑291 (eff. 1/1/1996); 89‑626 (eff. 8/9/1996)

In the aftermath of the post‑conviction proceedings in People v. Howery, Linda Walls exposed a dangerous loophole in Illinois law that allowed defense attorneys to issue intrusive, harassing subpoenas directly to crime victims without judicial oversight. During the appeals process, she endured repeated attempts by defense counsel to obtain her personal, employment, and financial records — a tactic that retraumatized victims and had no statutory limits.

Her advocacy prompted lawmakers to act. The Illinois General Assembly responded by creating 725 ILCS 5/115‑17a, a permanent statutory protection for crime victims during post‑conviction proceedings. The law requires defendants to petition the court before any subpoena may be issued to a victim, mandates formal notice to the victim, guarantees the victim an opportunity to appear and object, and requires the State’s Attorney to represent the victim upon request.

The statute’s core protection is judicial gatekeeping:

“The court shall grant the request for the subpoena only if and to the extent it determines that the subpoena seeks evidence that is material and relevant to the post conviction hearing.”

This reform — enacted through Public Act 89‑291 and Public Act 89‑626 — permanently closed the loophole Linda identified and established statewide safeguards ensuring victims cannot be harassed through post‑conviction subpoenas.

MEDIA ARTIFACT:

Statutory excerpt from 725 ILCS 5/115‑17a (Crime Victim Subpoena Protections).

NCADV Voice Magazine — “Stalked.” (Winter 1994)

Coverage Type: National Advocacy Publication

Location: Washington, D.C.

Publisher: National Coalition Against Domestic Violence (NCADV)

In the Winter 1994 issue of NCADV Voice Magazine, Linda Walls was featured in a national advocacy article titled “Stalked.” The publication highlighted Linda’s early public education work during the formative years of anti‑stalking legislation in the United States. The article documented her efforts to raise awareness about stalking behaviors, support victims navigating the legal system, and encourage national dialogue about survivor safety.

NCADV’s coverage placed Linda’s voice within a broader national movement, recognizing her as one of the early survivor‑educators speaking publicly about stalking at a time when few resources existed and public understanding was limited. The article remains one of the earliest national publications acknowledging Linda’s advocacy.

MEDIA ARTIFACT:

Scan of NCADV Voice Magazine — Winter 1994 issue (to be added when located).

Chicago Sun‑Times – “LINDA WALLS: A VOICE AGAINST VIOLENCE” (2013)

Location: Chicago, Illinois

This February 14, 2013 commentary piece was written by Linda Walls for the Chicago Sun‑Times. Published on Valentine’s Day, the op‑ed focused on domestic violence prevention, honoring the memory of victims of violence, and advocating for stronger community support and legal protections for survivors of stalking and abuse.

The payment for this article was donated to Harbor House, formally known as the Kankakee County Coalition Against Domestic Violence (operating as Harbor House). Its expanded primary facility in Kankakee is named the Harbor House Lorena Panozzo Center for Domestic Violence Services and Prevention.

Chicago Sun‑Times – “A Voice Against Violence” (2013) Published commentary by Linda Walls

Audience Reflections on Linda’s Advocacy

February 14, 2013

“I just read your SunTimes article on the Violence Against Women Act. Thank you for keeping this issue alive. My mother was abused for 74 years until she passed last April. Although her death certificate says metastatic breast cancer, I know firsthand that decades of mental, emotional, physical, and spiritual abuse truly killed her.

I was with her at her side, and I will never forget what I witnessed my entire life. Thank you for writing. I am so sorry for what you went through. Thank you for being an inspiration and support to others who still have a chance.” — L.A.

February 14, 2013

“I read your story in today’s paper. My heart aches for you. I am a survivor of domestic violence and have been battered in the courts for three years post‑divorce. This is yet another subject that must be addressed before more women endure what I have. Thank you for your courage.” — C.M.

Governors State University — Academic Course & Media Mentions (Early 1990s)

Coverage Type: Academic Media Mention / Public Education

Location: University Park, Illinois

Linda Walls developed and taught one of the earliest university‑level courses addressing stalking, victim safety, and emerging legal frameworks: Legal and Social Approaches to Stalking at Governors State University. Her academic work became a foundation for statewide and national conversations about stalking during a period when anti‑stalking laws were newly forming. The course was featured in media coverage documenting Linda’s early advocacy, including footage incorporated into the Diane Sawyer interview segment.

MEDIA ARTIFACT:

Image appears within the Diane Sawyer televised segment already included on this Media Page.

“Stalking… Living After a Life Crisis” — Workshop & Lecture Flyer (1994)

Coverage Type: Public Education Feature / Community Workshop

Location: Illinois

This workshop flyer represents one of Linda Walls’ earliest public education efforts following the passage of Illinois’ anti‑stalking legislation. Stalking… Living After a Life Crisis was designed to help victims understand emerging legal protections, recognize behavioral patterns associated with stalking, and learn practical safety strategies during a period when public awareness was still limited.

The flyer circulated through community organizations, churches, women’s groups, and early victim‑service networks. It became one of the first printed materials documenting Linda’s role as a survivor‑educator and her commitment to teaching others how to navigate the emotional and legal aftermath of stalking.

MEDIA ARTIFACT:

Awards & Recognition

Outstanding Volunteer of Kankakee County — 1995

Linda Walls was honored as the Outstanding Volunteer of Kankakee County in 1996, recognized jointly by Moore Industries Inc., The Junior League of Kankakee County, and United Way of Kankakee County. Nominated by the Victim’s Assistance Center, this award acknowledged Linda’s commitment to supporting survivors of violence and her leadership within the community.

Outstanding Volunteer of Kankakee County (1995)

Speaking Engagements & Public Events

Kankakee Public Library — Featured Speaker & Book Signing

Linda Walls served as the featured speaker for a community event hosted by Harbor House and the Kankakee Public Library. She delivered a presentation on survivor advocacy, resilience, and the ongoing need for stronger protections for victims of stalking and domestic violence.

Following the talk, Linda held a book signing, with all profits benefiting Harbor House. Harbor House purchased copies of Surviving Heartbreak Valley at Linda’s author cost and sold them to attendees at full price, ensuring that all proceeds supported their mission of helping survivors.

Linda’s presentation was recorded and published by the Kankakee Public Library, where it has been listened to over 1,000 times, reflecting the continued relevance and impact of her message.

Listen to the full presentation: https://youtu.be/ofYJj-TFZ5U?si=fPGIJtNFul8CoVil

Following the talk, Linda held a book signing, with all profits benefiting Harbor House. Harbor House purchased copies of Surviving Heartbreak Valley at Linda’s author cost and sold them to attendees at full price, ensuring that all proceeds supported their mission of helping survivors.

Linda’s presentation was recorded and published by the Kankakee Public Library, where it has been listened to over 1,000 times, reflecting the continued relevance and impact of her message.

Reception at 6 PM
Keynote talk and book signing at 7 PM

National Publications

National Coalition Against Domestic Violence — Voice Magazine (Winter 1994)

“STALKED.” — Article by Linda Walls

Published in the Winter 1994 issue of the National Coalition Against Domestic Violence (NCADV) Voice magazine, Linda Walls’ article “STALKED.” examined the growing national crisis of stalking and the urgent need for stronger legal protections for victims. This early publication reflects Linda’s longstanding advocacy for survivor safety and her role in shaping national conversations around domestic violence and stalking.

The original article scan will be added once located.

Community Education & Virtual Events

Healing Hearts Domestic Violence Awareness Tele‑Summit (October 12, 2012)

The Healing Hearts Domestic Violence Awareness Tele‑Summit, held on October 12, 2012, was a virtual event presented by The Healing Hearts Mission in recognition of National Domestic Violence Awareness Month. The summit used a digital platform to educate the public, share survivor experiences, and provide healing strategies for individuals affected by intimate partner violence. Although the original event link is no longer active, archived information confirms that the Tele‑Summit focused on raising awareness, promoting safety planning, and offering trauma‑informed guidance to survivors.

Note: The original event link is no longer available.

Schaumburg High School — Teen Advocacy Presentation (March 26, 2014)

On March 26, 2014, Linda Walls spoke at Schaumburg High School, fulfilling one of her core missions: educating and empowering teenagers to understand and confront the social issues that impact the well‑being of women and society. Linda discussed stalking, objectification, and violence against women, providing students with insight into recognizing harmful behaviors and advocating for personal and community safety.

Student Reflections & Thank‑You Messages

Following the presentation, students wrote personal thank‑you notes expressing what they learned and how Linda’s message impacted them. Their words highlight the importance of youth education in violence prevention and awareness.

Examples from the student messages include:

Faith‑Based Advocacy & Community Partnerships

Mt. Lebanon Baptist Church — Judges 19 Ministry

Linda Walls was an invited contributor to the Judges 19 Ministry at Mt. Lebanon Baptist Church, a faith‑based initiative dedicated to supporting victims of domestic violence, elder abuse, and child abuse. The ministry provides education, advocacy, intervention, and community outreach, offering a safe space for individuals seeking healing and support. Linda’s participation reflects her commitment to collaborating with diverse community organizations to raise awareness and inspire action.

Speak Up: Voices of Men & Women — Online Panel Discussion (October 15, 2022)

Linda served as a special guest speaker for the Judges 19 Ministry’s virtual panel, Speak Up: Voices of Men & Women. This event brought together men and women to share their experiences with domestic violence, healing, transformation, forgiveness, and advocacy. Linda contributed her survivor perspective and her expertise in resilience, offering guidance and encouragement to participants navigating their own journeys.