Clarise Ike

April 25, 2026
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14:00 – 18:00 PST
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Seattle, WA
Who am I?
Clarise Ike, also known as Clarise E. Achuo, is a storyteller, dreamer, survivor, philanthropist, humanitarian, and an advocate for healing through truth. Born in Cameroon, Clarise's journey has been one of resilience, transformation, and unwavering hope. Through the pages of I Was Never Meant to Break, she reclaims her narrative and offers light to others still finding their way through the dark. Now living in the United States, Clarise continues to share her story to inspire healing, courage, and the pursuit of dreams. When she's not writing, she's busy growing her foundation, The Clarise Ike Foundation of Hope, nurturing her passion for fashion, and helping others find beauty in their own beginnings. A survivor of childhood adversity, she writes to shed light on the beauty that can grow from brokenness. Her work explores themes of resilience, identity, and the unbreakable bonds of family.

“My strength was never borrowed from pain, it was rooted in the knowing that I was always meant to become.”
What the future holds.
I believe the future is not something I wait for, it is something I build. I see a life shaped by purpose, creativity, and impact. I am stepping into a season where my story becomes a bridge for others, where my voice carries healing, and where every chapter I write opens doors not only for me, but for those who come after me.
I am committed to growing as an author, entrepreneur, and humanitarian, expanding my work in storytelling, fashion, and community advocacy while creating meaningful spaces for women, children, and dreamers who need hope. Ahead of me are new books, deeper creative projects, global collaborations, and opportunities to serve. I envision building sustainable initiatives through my foundation, growing my personal brand with intention, and continuing to travel, learn, and evolve. Most of all, I am devoted to becoming the fullest version of myself emotionally, spiritually, and professionally.
This journey is about becoming, giving back, and proving that resilience can bloom into greatness. The future holds purpose and growth. The future holds everything I am becoming.