Victoria (Tori) Martinez
Public Speaking and Workshops
Opportunities to Work With Me
Hear from someone who has worked in community health, health equity, collected data for over 25 years, turned that data into stories people connect with, then transformed those stories into poetry that people feel. As a trained researcher and disabled woman living with chronic illness, I want to help create empathy, move us toward healing, and spur action.
Whether I am speaking at a conference, school, non-profit, or community event, my goal is to spark connection, deepen understanding, and empower people to imagine and build a more inclusive world.
I'd love to collaborate with your organization to create a memorable and impactful experience. From keynotes, to panels, and workshops, I tailor each engagement to meet the unique needs of your audience and event goals. Let's start a conversation and see how we can work together.
To honor the needs of my body, the number of speaking engagements I accept each year are limited. I encourage you to schedule with me as early as possible.
Past Speaking Topics:
America 250 - Colorado 150 Storytelling through poetry: A writing workshop to engage participants in creative writing. We explore personal memories and history to create a poem honoring the 250th anniversary of the United States and the 150th anniversary of Colorado.
Pathways to Success: A motivational talk on how the meaning of success evolves, especially when living with chronic illness or disability. I share personal experiences and practical tools for redefining achievement and building a life that honors your body, energy, and purpose.
Engaging Young People in Equity Work: This session explores how youth, including those navigating health challenges or chronic conditions, bring powerful perspectives to equity efforts. I offer strategies for creating inclusive spaces where young people feel seen, valued, and empowered to lead.
How Historical Traumas are Impacting Current Health Issues in Rural Communities (Keynote): A deep-dive keynote examining how intergenerational trauma shapes present-day health outcomes in rural communities. I explore connections between systemic oppression, chronic illness, and community responsive approaches.
The Stories Behind Rural Health Data: This session humanizes health statistics by centering lived experiences. I illuminate how storytelling can reveal gaps in care, support advocacy and reshape how we understand chronic illness in rural spaces.
Using Storytelling to Build Equity and Community: In this talk, I explore storytelling (written and spoken) as a healing practice that strengthens relationships, drives change, and builds equity. I emphasize the power of sharing chronic illness experiences to break stigma, foster empathy, and spark community action.
Increasing Equity Through Place-based Education: This session highlights how connecting learning to land, history, and community can foster belonging and improve health outcomes. I discuss how place-based education offers opportunities for healing and empowerment in communities facing chronic stress and health inequities.
Exploring our Roots Through Oral History: In this session, I share how gathering and honoring personal and ancestral stories supports emotional and community wellness. Oral history becomes a tool for reclaiming identity, preserving health knowledge, and fostering intergenerational healing.
