Sonia Rezkalah is a motivational speaker and one of the original Freedom Writers, a group of students from Long Beach, CA, who used writing as a form of self-expression and as a vessel for hope. Inspired by their English teacher, Erin Gruwell, Sonia and her classmates wrote anonymous entries about the adversities they faced, stories that would later be published in The Freedom Writers Diary and adapted into a major motion picture.

As a Freedom Writer, Sonia has courageously shared her journey of healing from her childhood trauma, alongside the challenges her family faced while immigrating to this country and navigating the complexities of a new life. Through the mentorship of Ms. Gruwell, who not only instilled the value of education but also actively engaged her parents in the process, Sonia discovered empowerment and purpose. Her high school years became a transformative period, making those four years profoundly relevant and meaningful for both her and her family.

Today, Sonia is dedicated to empowering families, educators, and communities through the power of storytelling and hope. Her mission extends beyond helping individuals realize their true potential; she aims to remind them of their "Why"—their core purpose—so they can move forward with renewed hope and resilience. By sharing her story, Sonia equips families with the tools they need to support their children's success, inspiring many to view every challenge as an opportunity for growth. Sonia continues to impact diverse communities, lighting the way for lasting transformation.