Book Talk: Breathing Out Live

A Conversation with Author Whitney Parnell on her debut book, Breathing Out: Ruminations of a Millennial Black Woman

Overview & Purpose

Book Talk: Breathing Out Live is an opportunity to hear directly from Service Never Sleeps CEO and founder Whitney Parnell on her debut book, Breathing Out: Ruminations of a Millennial Black Woman. The book covers stories and reflections from her personal and professional life, drawing from her years of activism, running a Black-led nonprofit, and navigating the world as a Black woman today.

Together, we’ll dive into her stories, unpack her insights on today’s cultural climate, and explore what it means to actively live out Allyship and pursue racial justice in our daily lives.

This program is for those who have trained with SNS, align with our mission, or want to learn more directly about the lessons and experiences of a Black woman leader in the nonprofit space and the world at large.

Ready to host?
Released February 2026

How it Works

This program offering takes place in the form of an author interview and audience Q&A, and can be hosted in a few different formats. All formats offer meaningful proximity with the author and space for genuine conversation in community.

  • At Your Organization — a facilitated conversation in a professional or organizational setting.
  • In Your Home — an intimate gathering for a more personal, close-knit conversation.
  • Virtually — a live, accessible format hosted via video call for audience convenience.

Cost

The fee for this programmatic offering can be covered by the host organization, or this program can be structured as a fundraising opportunity engaging attendees. Please inquire for more information on pricing and options.

Rooted in
SNS's Mission

Breathing Out is a personal extension of the work SNS does every day: building a world of Shared Humanity — where everyone is embraced for who they are and able to thrive — through Allyship, an active way of life in one’s areas of privilege that centers bridge-building to pursue social justice for all.

Engagement Testimonials

The generous and vulnerable insight Whitney shares into her lived experience is a window, and an important mirror, served with a side of love, for a white woman like me.
- Corinne B.

Interested in hosting? Contact Service Never Sleeps at info@serviceneversleeps.org