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= Tiffanny A. Goodman = Tiffanny A. Goodman (born November 9, 1974) an American author, playwright, director, producer, and community activist. Currently resides in metropolitan Atlanta, Georgia. Goodman is the author of “Speak ''[https://www.amazon.com/Speak-Mothers-Against-Violence-BOOK/dp/0615817262 Up! Speak Out! A Mother’s Cry Against Violence,”]'' a book written and published after her 18 year-old son, Ste'von Martel Goodman was a victim of mistaken identity and murdered in broad daylight two days after his birthday in Saginaw, Michigan. Her first stage play Speak Up! [http://www.mlive.com/news/saginaw/index.ssf/2012/12/saginaw_play_about_2009_unsolv.html Speak Out! A Mother's Cry Against Violence, (2012) sold out to an audience] of 1,750 at The Temple Theatre in Saginaw, Michigan. Goodman has since written, produced, and co-directed other hit stage plays. In 2013, she wrote and produced a stage play, Cry Out (starring R&B superstar Angie Stone), featured at The Whiting in Flint, Michigan. In 2014, she produced the stage play, A Mother's Cry starring R&B superstar Angie Stone, and reality star London (Delishis) Charles at the Masonic's Jack White Theatre in Detroit, Michigan.

Early Life
Born and raised in Saginaw, Michigan to Jerry Lee Sr. and Ollie Goodman. The oldest of four children; Jerri Lynn (murdered 2008), Jerry Jr., and Markisha. She attended Saginaw Public Schools and received a degree from Delta College in Liberal Arts, and pursued a dual degree in marketing/management from Northwood University. She was encouraged by English Professor Neville Britto to pursue a career in writing stating that her unique gift would create a household name for herself.

Career
Tiffanny served as an administrative assistant and project coordinator for the City of Saginaw, Department of Development (managed HUD projects), Department of Cemeteries, and the Department of Public Works before relocating to Atlanta, Georgia.

Previous Work
'''[http://www.mlive.com/news/saginaw/index.ssf/2012/12/mother_of_saginaw_homicide_vic.html Speak Up! Speak Out! A Mother's Cry Against Violence]''' - Based on the true story of Ste'von Martel Goodman, 2012

“Speak Up! Speak Out! A Mother’s Cry Against Violence, THE BOOK” is based on the true story of one woman’ s fight against a justice system that seems to be biased; and a struggle against a community of citizens whose hearts seems to be cold in the face of death. Tiffanny Goodman’s son, Ste’von Martel Goodman was murdered in broad daylight two days after his eighteenth birthday. Police determined through investigation that it was a case of mistaken identity. Although Ste’von’s murder was captured by surveillance cameras, no one has been arrested. The wicked, dominant, “no-snitch” code has many individuals in the community bound to silence, refusing to contact the police regarding Ste’von’s murder; including a well-known local Pastor. “Speak Up! Speak Out! A Mother’s Cry Against Violence, THE BOOK” is a must read!!! It provides encouragement for mothers that are grieving the loss of a child and it gives a charge to the community to report crime. The pages of this book are filled with the unconditional love of a mother that refuses to succumb to the rules of the street. It challenges the community to annihilate the “no-snitch” code that has caused thousands of fatalities to go unsolved. This book ends with a powerful message of love and salvation.

Cry Out - 2013

“CRY OUT!” is a hit stage play that’s designed to deter senseless murders, gun violence, and the “no-snitch” code. Communities around the world will be impacted by a message that’s powerful enough to restore families and broken relationships. Tiffanny Goodman brings to the stage real life situations that highlights the break down of families through a lack of communication and supervision in households.

Serena Walker, cries out for help with the rearing of her two teenagers, Ramona and Troy, both of whom she’s unable to control. When Ramona is murdered, Troy gives his life to Christ but he’s still faced with the demons of his past. This play shows how poor choices can lead to self-destruction and harsh consequences.

A Mother's Cry - 2014

“CRY OUT!” is a hit stage play that’s designed to deter senseless murders, gun violence, and the “no-snitch” code. Communities around the world will be impacted by a message that’s powerful enough to restore families and broken relationships. Tiffanny Goodman brings to the stage real life situations that highlights the break down of families through a lack of communication and supervision in households.

Serena Walker, cries out for help with the rearing of her two teenagers, Ramona and Troy, both of whom she’s unable to control. When Ramona is murdered, Troy gives his life to Christ but he’s still faced with the demons of his past.

Blogtalk radio: A Mother's Cry

Personal Life
She was sworn in by the Mayor of the City of Saginaw to sit on the Citizens Advisory Board to serve as a liaison to bridge the gap between citizens and law enforcement.

Former co-chapter leader for Parents of Murdered Children, INC.

Women of Colors, Inc; (Girl Pride) Facilitated weekly sessions that covered anti-bullying, etiquette, peer pressure and self-esteem. Provided curriculums and a collection of short stories for topic of discussions youth at the juvenile detention center, and ISD.

Advocate for mothers of murdered children (2009- Current)

Contributor: Thrive Global (Digital content)