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"Laura was terrific with the children - patient, funny, and positive!"

― Melissa, Teacher & Client

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Feb 4
1 min

In the Name of Myself

Just as the waters of Christian baptism symbolize the purification of a newborn from 'original sin,' I have pondered my tarnished...

Feb 4
1 min

[Podcast] Broken Crayons Still Color

In this courageous conversation, she tells her story to deliver a deep appreciation of how resilient we can become if we can barter shame...

Nov 1, 2021
1 min

Mayhem to Miracles: Sacred Stories of Transformational Hope

From burying a dark childhood secret to shining a light and speaking my truth, I invite you to read the Amazon bestseller. By Laura Gray...

Oct 30, 2021
3 min

IPride Program Aims to Bolster Youths’ Sense of Worth

Laura Gray knows firsthand the enormous importance of empowerment and self-esteem. By Jean Bonchak, News Herald Laura Gray knows...

Sep 21, 2021
2 min

Changing the World: By Empowering Young People

IPride is unique in that its sole purpose is to provide tools to youth so they can learn to live peacefully in the moment and how to...

"You gave me inspiration to not let my past get to me. Also to stay strong and be proud of who I am.”

― A.J., Student Client

Hi, I’m Laura

Welcome to IPride.

In 2015, as a result of my own childhood trauma, I created IPride, a self-esteem, empowerment program for youth. While it is true that we are all "perfectly imperfect", my goal has always been to follow my passion to work directly with young people to help lift their spirits and provide them with tools to improve their self-esteem and truly enjoy living in their now.