Literacy Forum:
Everyone Feels Nervous Sometimes—Here’s What to Do About It, Sponsored by Women with Vision International
DATE:
May 28, 2025
TIME:
1:00 – 1:45 PM ET
Format: Virtual
Target Audience: Middle school students (Grades 6–8)
Cost: Free
Replay: Anyone who signs up will receive access to the replay
Event Description:
Middle school can be a time of big emotions and self-doubt—but students don’t have to navigate it alone. Join award-winning author and confidence coach Sheena Yap Chan for an encouraging session designed to help students recognize their inner strength, manage anxiety, and build real confidence. Leave with practical tools and a supportive message students can carry with them long after the event ends.
Brought to you by Women with Vision International. Sign up with Zoom for free access to this 45-minute virtual author visit. A complementary worksheet will be sent to you before the event to help you get the most out of the session.
Meet the Author:

Sheena Yap Chan
Author, Keynote Speaker, Strategist, and Award-winning Podcaster
Sheena Yap Chan is a Wall Street Journal and Publishers Weekly bestselling author, keynote speaker, and host of the top-ranked podcast The Tao of Self-Confidence, featuring over 800 interviews with women leaders and more than one million downloads. Her debut book, The Tao of Self-Confidence: A Guide to Moving Beyond Trauma and Awakening the Leader Within, published by Wiley is recognized as one of the top 20 self-confidence books of all time by Book Authority. Featured on MindValley, FOX, NBC News, and the Manila Times, Sheena is passionate about closing the gender confidence gap and has spoken for organizations like NASA and Live Nation.
Sponsored by:

Women with Vision International
womenwithvisioninternational.com
gobossup.net
About the Sponsor:
Women With Vision International was founded in 2013 by Tam R. Luc with a clear mission: to empower women through personal growth, entrepreneurship, and networking. By creating a strong, supportive community, the organization helps women reach new levels of success.
Today, Tam leads international retreats where women can write and publish their own books. She also runs Women Who BossUp, a platform where ambitious women share their success stories and strategies. Additionally, her BossUp Virtual Assistant Agency provides tailored support to help entrepreneurs and business owners streamline operations, boost productivity, and scale their businesses—giving women even more tools to grow, connect, and thrive.
About Literacy Forum:
Literacy Forum by Book an Author is a thought leadership series for educators, librarians, and PTO leaders.
Literacy Forum brings together literacy experts, educators, and librarians for in-depth discussions on the latest trends and challenges in education. Each session features thought leaders sharing insights on topics like equitable access to reading materials, innovative teaching methods, and fostering a culture of lifelong learning. The series aims to empower educators and librarians with practical strategies to enhance literacy engagement in their communities.
