Recognitions and collaborations that make an impact in the community.

Discover the awards that celebrate my dedication and the esteemed organizations I'm proud to be a part of. These recognitions and affiliations reflect my commitment to education and disability advocacy, highlighting key achievements and partnerships that drive positive change.

Excellence in home medical care

Awarded in 2006 and 2008 by ChildKind, Atlanta, GA, this recognition honors exceptional service as a foster parent for children with significant medical and developmental needs. For over a decade, I provided care in my home, focusing on improving home-based medical coordination and ensuring comprehensive, compassionate support for children with complex needs.

Grants

  • High-Impact Practices (HIP) Fellowship Grant, $2,000/year – 2025
    • Georgia State University, Perimeter College — Awarded to support innovative instructional design and experiential learning projects that promote student engagement and academic success through high-impact educational practices such as service learning, global collaboration, and inclusive pedagogy.
  • Georgia State University Virtual Global Exchange Grant, $2,000/year – 2020
    • Georgia State University, Atlanta, GA — Funded a virtual intercultural learning exchange between students at Georgia State University and Hong Kong Baptist University, promoting cross-cultural awareness, global competence, and collaborative online international learning (COIL).
  • Walton EMC Service Grant, $1,500/year – 2012
    • Walton Electric Membership Corporation — Provided funding for community inclusion initiatives benefiting families of children with developmental disabilities, including parent training workshops and family engagement events.
  • Bayada Nursing Company Service Grant, $5,000 in goods and services/year – 2011–2012
    • Bayada Nursing Company — Supported development of educational media, family resource materials, and statewide parent engagement projects through in-kind service grants for families of children with disabilities.
  • Georgia Council for Developmental Disabilities (GCDD) Grant, $10,000/year – 2011
    • Georgia Council for Developmental Disabilities, Atlanta, GA — Funded the creation of public education programming, including the award-winning Handle with Care radio show and Inspired television documentary series, both designed to promote awareness, advocacy, and inclusion for individuals with disabilities.

Broadcasting for awareness and inclusion

The Georgia Association of Broadcasters (GABBY) Award recognized my excellence in public service broadcasting for the "Handle with Care Radio Show" in 2011 and 2012. I created, produced, and hosted this syndicated show, which promoted awareness, inclusion, and wellness for individuals with disabilities and chronic illnesses. In 2012, I also received a GABBY Award for excellence in television programming for "Inspired: The Documentary." These awards are important to me as they represent the power of media to educate, advocate, and inspire societal change, bringing critical issues to a broader audience. The Handle with Care Radio Show aired in 34 states and 5 countries. It was broadcasted on several radio stations including WUGA, WHWR, WABE, GaRRS, GBP broadcasting.

Committed to community and advocacy

I am an active member of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc., an internationally recognized public service sorority dedicated to promoting academic excellence, community service, and advocacy for social justice. I developed an launched the Taboo Tea, a health forum focused on open, honest discussions of topics that are often considered sensitive or overlooked, particularly in the areas of sexual health, wellness, and personal empowerment. This program has been ongoing for over two decades. Additionally, I was a partner and community educator for Parent to Parent of Georgia (P2PGA), contributing to resource development, family engagement training, and outreach that strengthens parent advocacy and inclusion across Georgia. My collaboration with the Georgia Council for Developmental Disabilities (GCDD) through a community grant, further allowed me to advance legislative priorities and community initiatives that enhance access, independence, and opportunity for individuals with developmental disabilities.

"T.L. Ransom - Talley's dedication to improving the lives of children with high medical needs is truly inspiring. Her commitment to advocacy and community leadership sets a remarkable standard."

Dr. U. Thomas, Georgia State University, 2025