Rosmari Pleasure was a 34 year old woman with a love for life, and a desire to make an impact on her world. For 10 years she made a difference as a dedicated editorial assistant with The Commercial Appeal. She left her mark on community and civic organizations including Toastmasters International, the Evergreen Historic District Association, and the Midtown/Downtown Democratic Club. Despite many obstacles and tragedies Rosmari possessed a deep hunger for knowledge and education. Rosmari indeed made a difference. On March 2, 1998 Rosmari Elaine Celeste Pleasure was gunned down by a male acquaintance in the riveway of her Memphis home. A More Excellent Way, Inc. (AWay,Inc.) was born in response to this tragedy and is committed to bringing an end to these violent acts that plague our community.

A More Excellent Way,Inc. ~ A Way A Way is committed to saving lives through the elimination of relationship violence. Please click here to learn more about A Way, why and how we do what we do.

Relationship (Domestic) Violence This silent yet prevalent crisis in out community cuts across ethnicity, class, education, faith and cultural issues. Click here to learn more about how domestic violence impacts you.

You Can Help There is much work to do. Learn more what you can do to take a stand and make a difference in saving lives, families and communities, one sister at a time.

A Conversation On Love Intervention is crucial, but prevention is the key to eliminating relationship violence. This happens through education and empowerment. COL is an annual conference that brings the community together to hold a 'conversation' that will educate and empower.

Registration S4L 5K Walk/Run raises awareness and breaks the cycle of silence and shame. Early registration guarantees you an official t-shirt and goody-bag. Why not register today! It's as quick as 1,2,3, just click here and you will see!

National Domestic Violence Hotline Family Violence Prevention Fund and National Education Association are promoting October as Domestic Violence Awareness Month and the World March of Women 2000.

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