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180 Turning Lives Around CEO Named 2025 Executive Excellence Honoree by NJBIZ
Hazlet, NJ - August 28, 2025: 180 Turning Lives Around proudly announces that its Chief Executive Officer, Liz Graham, has been named a 2025 Executive Excellence Honoree by NJBIZ, one of the state’s leading business publications. The NJBIZ Executive Excellence Awards recognize executives who demonstrate exceptional leadership, integrity, vision, and [...]
Statement on the Passing of Anna Diaz-White
It is with deep sorrow that 180 Turning Lives Around shares the news of the passing of our former Executive Director, Anna Diaz-White, who led the organization with courage, compassion, and conviction for four decades. Under Anna’s leadership, 180 became a national model for comprehensive, trauma-informed support for survivors of [...]
When Headlines Hurt: How to Cope with Triggering News as a Survivor
In recent weeks, news coverage of the ongoing trial involving Sean "Diddy" Combs has been both widespread and graphic. For many, the headlines are just another celebrity story. But for survivors of domestic and sexual violence, these stories can cut far deeper. At 180 Turning Lives Around, we want to [...]
First Lady Tammy Murphy Convenes Youth Leaders for 2NDFLOOR® Roundtable on Mental Health and Wellbeing
Youth from Across New Jersey Share Personal Stories, Highlighting the Power of Peer Support, the Importance of Being Heard—and How 2NDFLOOR®’s Free App is Making a Difference During Mental Health Awareness Month TRENTON – First Lady Tammy Murphy convened youth leaders from across the Garden State for a roundtable discussion [...]
Bi-Visibility Day – September 23, 2022
Travis Pewitt, LGBTQ Outreach and Advocacy Coordinator Since 1999, Bi-Visibility day has been celebrated on September 23rd. The month of September was chosen to honor Bisexual music icon Freddie Mercury. Celebrated all around the world, the day commemorates those who identify as Bisexual. Bisexuality is defined as those who are [...]
Event Recap – That 70’s Night
Dear Friends of 180, Oh, what a night! And what a tremendous tribute to our mission! We were so happy to have enjoyed the support of nearly 300 guests who were in attendance! Music, dress and theme were on point, and so was the fundraising with over $270,000+ raised. Special thanks to our generous [...]