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Mildred D. Muhammad | |
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| Born | Mildred Green 1960 |
| Occupation | Motivational speaker |
| Years active | 2001–present |
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| Website | mildredmuhammad |
Mildred Muhammad (born 1960s) is an American author, public speaker, domestic violence awareness advocate, and the ex-wife of John Allen Muhammad, the D.C. convicted spree killer.[1]
Marriage to John Allen Muhammad
[edit]Mildred was married to John Allen Muhammad, with whom she had three children, John Muhammad Jr., now 12, Salena, 10, and Taalibah. Their marriage was marked by domestic abuse, leading to their eventual divorce.[2] After their separation, John Allen Muhammad abducted their children, taking them to Antigua, which led to a prolonged custody battle.[3]
John Allen Muhammad later gained infamy as the mastermind of the 2002 Beltway sniper attacks, a series of shootings that terrorized the Washington, D.C., metropolitan area. During the investigation and subsequent trial, it was revealed that John Allen Muhammad had intended to kill Mildred as part of his plans.[4][5] These events brought her into the public eye and underscored the dangers of domestic violence.[6]
Advocacy and public speaking
[edit]Mildred Muhammad has used her experiences to raise awareness about domestic violence, particularly focusing on the psychological and emotional aspects of abuse.[7][8] She is a certified consultant with the U.S. Department of Justice for the Office for Victims of Crime.[9] She regularly conducts workshops and delivers keynote speeches on topics related to trauma recovery, victim support, and abuse prevention.[10][11][12]
Her story has been featured in various media outlets, including interviews on major news networks and documentaries, shedding light on the intersection of domestic violence and broader societal issues.[13][14][15][16]
Authorship
[edit]Mildred Muhammad has authored several books, including:
- ——— (2010). Scared Silent (novel). United states: Strebor Books. ISBN 978-1-53469-208-4.
- ——— (2017). I'm Still Standing: Crawling Out of The Darkness Into The Light (novel). United states. ISBN 978-1-53469-208-4.
{{cite book}}: CS1 maint: location missing publisher (link) - ——— (2003). A Survivor's Journal: A Journey from Victim to Survivor (novel). US: 4th Estate. ISBN 978-1-53-470481-7
- ——— (2006). Planning My Escape: Safety Plan for Victims/Survivors of Domestic Violence (novel). US: ISBN 978-14-9527232-5.
- ——— (2009). Dare To Heal: Journaling the Pain Away (novel). United states: 4th Estate.
Awards and recognition
[edit]Mildred Muhammad has received numerous accolades for her work, including awards from advocacy organizations and recognition from government agencies. Her efforts have been pivotal in influencing policies and programs that address the needs of abuse survivors.[17]
Personal life
[edit]Mildred Muhammad lives in the United States and participates in community programs and initiatives focused on prevention and assistance for abuse survivors and supporting victims of domestic violence.[18]
References
[edit]- ^ Dwyer, Timothy (November 30, 2003). "Mildred Muhammad, the former ..." washingtonpost.
- ^ Kershaw, Sarah (October 25, 2002). "THE HUNT FOR A SNIPER: A MARYLAND ADDRESS; Ex-Wife Finds Her New Life Shadowed by Man She Left". nytimes.
- ^ "Sniper's ex-wife, children cope with execution". NBC News. 2009-11-13. Retrieved 2024-12-13.
- ^ "Ex-Wife Of D.C. Sniper: 'I Was The Enemy'". npr.org. October 5, 2009.
- ^ "D.C. sniper's ex-wife recalls his desire to kill her". NBC News. 2009-09-26. Retrieved 2024-12-13.
- ^ Dvorak, Petula (October 6, 2022). "Perspective | 20 years after D.C. sniper attacks, we keep ignoring what it was all about". washingtonpost.
- ^ "Ex-wife of DC sniper speaks for victims of domestic abuse". wusa9.com. 2023-10-31. Retrieved 2024-12-13.
- ^ Ford, William J. (2018-03-21). "D.C. Sniper's Ex-Wife Advocates for Domestic Violence Survivors". The Washington Informer. Retrieved 2024-12-13.
- ^ "Muhammad's ex-wife speaks of abuse, fears". NBC News. 2006-05-25. Retrieved 2024-12-13.
- ^ Writer, Staff. "Ex-wife of D.C. sniper Muhammad to visit MU". Columbia Daily Tribune. Retrieved 2024-12-13.
- ^ Leveque, Stephanie (2011-10-12). "Mildred Muhammad to speak at Fort Lee". www.12onyourside.com. Retrieved 2024-12-13.
- ^ "Ex-wife: DC sniper had untreated stress disorder". Deseret News. 2012-10-03. Retrieved 2024-12-13.
- ^ "Mildred Muhammad: D.C. Sniper's Ex-Wife Shares Her Story". Essence. 2020-10-29. Retrieved 2024-12-13.
- ^ Silvey, Janese. "Ex-wife of D.C. sniper shares tale of domestic violence". Columbia Daily Tribune. Retrieved 2024-12-13.
- ^ "Ex-wife of Beltway sniper shares story of domestic abuse on Valentine's Day". WTOP News. 2020-02-14. Retrieved 2024-12-13.
- ^ Martin, Kyle. "Mildred Muhammad describes experience as Washington-area sniper's wife to fort social workers". The Augusta Chronicle. Retrieved 2024-12-13.
- ^ Muhammad, Mildred D. "Mildred D Muhammad". Mildred D Muhammad. Archived from the original on 2024-07-15. Retrieved 2024-12-13.
- ^ Lance-Star, ADELE UPHAUS-CONNER The Free (2021-10-07). "Mildred Muhammad, ex-wife of D.C. sniper, to participate in Germanna Community Conversations on Friday evening". Richmond Times-Dispatch. Retrieved 2024-12-13.