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Kia Stephens

Author, Speaker, Podcaster

Kia Stephens is the founder of Entrusted Women, which she created to equip Christian women communicators of color. She is a writer, speaker, and business owner who is passionate about encouraging the hearts of women. 

Get To Know Kia


Kia Stephens is the founder of Entrusted Women, a ministry dedicated to equipping Christian women communicators of color to write, speak, and lead with confidence. As a writer, speaker, and ministry leader, she is passionate about helping women experience healing while courageously using their voices for God’s glory.

Kia is a contributing writer for Proverbs 31 Ministries, a recurring speaker at She Speaks, and the author of Overcoming Father Wounds (Revell). She has also been featured in the He Calls Me Daughter national documentary.

Her work has been featured on numerous podcasts, including the Proverbs 31 Ministries Podcast, Java with Juli with Dr. Juli Slattery, Building Relationships with Dr. Gary Chapman, Better Together with Barb Roose, Sister Circle with Chrystal Hurst, and the Captivating Podcast with Stasi Eldredge.

Whether speaking from the stage, hosting conversations, or writing, Kia encourages women to pursue healing, deepen their faith, and faithfully steward the message God has entrusted to them.

When she’s not writing or speaking, Kia enjoys spending time with her husband of 22 years, their two children, and family and friends.

Keynote Speaker


Writing and Speaking About Hard Topics In Hard Times

The world is changing rapidly, and this is impacting Christian authors. How can Christians courageously communicate their God-given message right now? In this keynote, Kia recounts her personal experience and three lessons she learned about writing and speaking about hard topics in hard times. The audience will walk away with insight, courage, and renewed determination to share their unique message with the world.

15-Minute Appointments


Kia is a writer, speaker, and business owner who is passionate about encouraging the hearts of women.  She offers practical advice for writers, speakers, and ministry leaders at varying stages of their journey.  Meet with Kia so she can equip and encourage you in your ministry calling.

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