Airtran Recognizes “Women Who Inspire”

On March 14, 2008 LaTarsha Williams was presented with with two roundtrip airline tickets to anywhere in the continental United States, courtesy of AirTran Airlines. Two years ago to the day when LaTarsha William’s husband abandoned her and their family, she was being recognized at the 2nd Annual “From a Woman’s Perspective” conference as the first recipient of the “Women Who Inspire” award.

LaTarsha Williams, a native to Atlanta, has faced and triumphed over a multitude of challenges in her lifetime. After escaping an abusive relationship, Ms. Williams and her six children found themselves homeless. With faith and support from the community, Ms. Williams was able to return to school and then started her own contracting firm “Lady Contractor.”

When she regained control of her life, she vowed to do her part to help end the homeless epidemic amongst women with children. In 2003, she founded The Omega House,” a non-profit that provides temporary shelter, life coaching, counseling and employment development services for homeless women and their families.

The Airtran airline tickets are a blessing to LaTarsha’s family, especially since eldest son Felipe Holden joined the U.S. Marine Corp in December 2007. She plans to use the tickets to reunite their family while Felipe is on leave for the four-day Easter weekend in March. Airtran donated the tickets as the sponsor of the first annual “Women Who Inspire” award for use as the grand prize.

The “Women Who Inspire” award recognizes women from all walks of life who exemplify a commitment to improving their community and their family or non-profit through innovative, leadership and a willing heart. Her character strengths include, but are not limited to: being a dedicated community volunteer; a resilient woman who has overcome barriers and challenges; and a woman who captures the essence of “Leading and Shaping the Future.”

Ms. Williams’s story is an inspiration to us all as a woman who exemplifies perseverance and strength in the face of adversity. The Women’s Employment Opportunity Project, Inc and Mother’s Voices of Georgia are pleased to recognize LaTarsha as a Woman Who Inspires!