Founded by Dr. Tunishai Ford, Your Own Uniqueness, Inc., is a 501c3 nonprofit organization that connects, educates and supports women of all ages and backgrounds, inspiring them to give back into their communities through mentorship, networking and volunteering. Through her desire to fulfill her purpose and help other women do the same, Tunishai has nurtured a dream that is shaping lives. Your Own Uniqueness, Inc. is built on a passion to inspire all women, and even in its infancy, it has touched hundreds of women throughout Metro Detroit. The direction that the organization is headed is simply .... empowering and transforming lives.
Every cloud has a silver lining .... Tunishai Ford is an example of a strong woman who turned her tragedy into a triumph. Tunishai is a survivor of the fourth and last stage of Hodgkin's Lymphoma and she believes that it was caused by the resentment and bitterness that plagued her because of her lack of knowledge in how to forgive and let go of the past. Because she was a victim of low self-esteem and often experiencing rejection, she found herself in many toxic and co-dependent relationships along with making wrong choices which in turn hindered her from reaching her full potential and living her dream to fulfill her calling. When Tunishai overcame that insidious disease, she made up her mind that she was not going to let anyone or anything stop her from transforming her life and reaching her potential. Now she wants to help other women go through that same metamorphosis.
Tunishai wanted to create a forum for other women with similar pressures, low self-esteem, and uncertainty. Your Own Uniqueness, Inc. began as a small conference and workshop entity connecting like -minded women. But she soon realized that it had more potential. There was still more that could be done. Today, Tunishai leads an established non-profit organization (founded in 2000) that includes professional development workshops, health awareness, and volunteerism for women and young girls, financial growth, business guidance, networking and mentoring. It grounds women looking to build relationships, fosters women looking to further themselves, and encourages women through the strength of paving it forward.
Tunishai is an extremely dedicated woman determined to continue her vision to inspire, empower and transform her communities. Her story and commitment to her cause is truly admirable. We are excited to see what lies ahead in the next chapter for Your Own Uniqueness, Inc.
