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Dana Priyanka Hammond
Author, Speaker & Transformational Advocate
Advocate, speaker, and creator focused on healing and empowering others through lived experience, education, and faith.
About
Dana Priyanka Hammond is a bestselling author, speaker, and creative visionary whose work is rooted in resilience, faith, and personal transformation. Born in Pune, India, her life journey is marked by extraordinary adversity—including childhood abandonment, trauma, and navigating complex systems of care—experiences she has transformed into a powerful message of hope and restoration.
Through her writing and speaking, Dana has become a compelling voice for those seeking healing, purpose, and the courage to rise beyond life’s challenges. She is the author of Abandoned But Not Forgotten, a deeply moving memoir that chronicles her journey from trauma to empowerment, as well as other works that center on resilience, identity, and personal growth.
In addition to her literary work, Dana expresses her message through music and creative platforms, using storytelling as a bridge to inspire transformation and connection. Her work spans books, speaking engagements, and faith-centered initiatives, all designed to create safe spaces for individuals to heal, rediscover their voice, and reclaim their narrative.
Recognized for her authenticity and impact, Dana equips audiences with practical tools to reframe adversity, strengthen resilience, and step into purpose with clarity and confidence. Her message resonates across diverse audiences, from individuals on personal healing journeys to organizations seeking to foster cultures of strength, hope, and transformation.
With a voice shaped by lived experience and unwavering faith, Dana Priyanka Hammond stands as a testament to the power of overcoming—and a guiding light for those ready to rise, rebuild, and walk boldly in their purpose.
Appears On 7 shows
Episodes 35 appearances
