CinderGirl: My Journey Out of the Ashes to a Life of Hope

Plenary Session

CinderGirl: My Journey Out of the Ashes to a Life of Hope

Speaker(s):

Christina Meredith

Date, time, and room location:

Date & Time:
Wed, Jun 17, 2026 | 12:10 - 1:10pm CDT
Room: Gold Ballroom

Session overview

Intended audience:

All

Session materials: 

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Session Description

Drawing upon her moving and inspiring book, CinderGirl, which is being developed into a major motion picture, Christina Meredith shares her heart-touching and uplifting life story. Leaving behind abuse, trauma and homelessness she went on to become Miss California, enroll in college, found her own nonprofit foundation, and set out on the path to becoming a commissioned U.S. Army officer. Sharing both her inner and outer journey into healing, profound faith and a powerful commitment to helping others, Christina encourages us to reach further into our own personal courage and find the help to heal our deepest wounds. Tailoring her presentation to focus on specific areas of her story, Christina believes that any obstacle can be overcome—we just have to find the power to believe and the strength to never give up.

CinderGirl by Christina Meredith, will be available at NYCI for purchase from a local bookstore, The Sequel. A book signing will occur immediately after Christina’s session, in the Gold Ballroom.