Born in New York City and raised in Upstate, NY, I currently live in Yerevan, Armenia with my husband and children. My family is my joy and purpose and keeps me focused on the things in life that matter most.
Explore With Lia
Hello!
I’m Lia Miller (Lia World Traveler) an Award-Winning Freelance Writer, Author, and Strategist.
With over 15+ years of experience working in communications for the federal government including internationally and, in several languages, and writing for many web-based and magazine publications, at the national level, I have established a reputation for timely, well-written, and well-researched written content as well as clear and effective content strategy that delivers results and conversions.
Please reach out to me here to be in touch or visit my service pages for more information.
Work With Lia
Writing
My work has appeared in Essence, Mindbodygreen, The Huffington Post, ILYmag, GovLoop, Madame Noire, The Foreign Service Journal, among other publications.
Speaking
I speak on a broad variety of topics ranging from finding careers in international affairs, career advancement and leadership, work/life balance, relationships, parenting, and many others subjects.
The Latest From Lia
Who Decides Our Standard of Beauty?
Here is a practical first aid kit for mental health for Foreign Service families.
Effective Communication Is the Key to a Successful Family International Move
Roadmap: Planning a Multigenerational Vacation
My kids went to school in Bolivia and Armenia. It was coming back to the US that was hardest for them to adjust.
The Power Of Parental Intuition: Is It Scientific, Spiritual, Or Something Else? Experts Explain
Why Every Parent Needs To Be A Mental Health First Aider
Helping their children form an American cultural and national identity is a particular challenge for Foreign Service parents. One FSO offers some practical pointers from her family’s experience.
8 Tips to Help Families Emotionally Prepare for the New School Year
7 Tips for Summer Entertaining on a Budget
The Black Traveler’s Guide to Exploring the Best of Botswana
How Entrepreneur Baratang Miya Combats the Digital Divide for Women and Girls in South Africa
3 Summer Enclaves All Black Travelers Should Visit Beyond Martha’s Vineyard
The Impact of Father Figures on Our Children’s Mental Health
3 REASONS WHY THE SEYCHELLES SHOULD BE ON YOUR TRAVEL BUCKET LIST
JOURNEY TO MOTHERHOOD: ALISON MURRAY SHARES HER STORY OF PREGNANCY, LOSS AND ADOPTION
SUSTAINABILITY POWER PLAYER: INFLUENCER ASHLEY RENNE NSONWU BELIEVES A VEGAN LIFESTYLE IS A COMMITMENT TO COMPASSION
CEO DAVONNE REAVES ON SHIFTING HOSPITALITY AND HELPING THE NEXT GENERATION OF BLACK INVESTORS
Gel Manicures and the Health Risks of Using UV Dryers
Expert Tips for Talking to Kids and Teens About Personal Hygiene
Southern Music: From Porches to Palaces
SINQUA WALLS SHARES THE HOLIDAY DISHES HE CAN’T LIVE WITHOUT, AND HOW BREAKING BREAD WITH OTHERS IS A FORM OF LOVE
‘Till’ Shows Black Mothers Continue To Fight for a World That Sees Their Children As Human
Black Churches are Spiritual Landmarks
I Am Friendly, Not Friends With My Kids
How To Write A Heartfelt Appreciation Message To A Friend, Colleague, Or Anyone
How To Write A Condolence Message: 60+ Examples & Tips
How To Have A Healthy Co-Parenting Relationship, From Family Therapists
How To Apologize Well: 12 Do’s & Don’ts, From Therapists
Why Exchange Programs Can ‘Make Dreams Come True’
How To Write A Condolence Message: 60+ Examples & Tips
How To Have A Healthy Co-Parenting Relationship, From Family Therapists
Why I’m Raising My Children Overseas
On Loving Better: An Expert’s Guide to More Caring Relationships
‘We Are Worn Out’: How To Prioritize Your Health When You’ve Been Conditioned To Ignore It
Why Are We Drawn To Toxic Partners? A Psychotherapist Explains.
Inspired By George Floyd And Daughter Gianna, ‘Daddy Speaks Love’ Is A Tribute To The Bond Between Father And Child
The Scaries: On How To Check Your Ugly
Why Are So Many Decades-Long Marriages Ending And What’s The Key To Making Them Last?
How To Write A Love Letter: 60+ Ideas & Examples
11 Qualities Of A Good Friend & Ways To Be An Even Better One
As A Biracial Black Woman, Learning To Find Myself Attractive Was A Journey
Why Are So Many Decades-Long Marriages Ending And What’s The Key To Making Them Last?
As A Biracial Black Woman, Learning To Find Myself Attractive Was A Journey
The Black Girl’s Guide To Travel In Eastern Europe
A Catskills motel makeover comes to cable
How To Deal With Imposter Syndrome
This Mom Got Into Advocacy For Her Three Daughters With Sickle Cell Disease And Is Now Helping SCD Families Worldwide
Why Are We Drawn To Toxic Partners? A Psychotherapist Explains.
Is It True That Women Lose Interest in Sex After Marriage?
Leadership | The formula to become a rock star leader = people focused + values-driven
Black Women Are Missing Out On The Benefits Of True HR Support And The App Kith Republic Is Here To Help
11 Qualities Of A Good Friend & Ways To Be An Even Better One
How To Deal With Difficult Co-Workers When Working From Home
From One Mom To Another: Are Godparents Necessary?
A Couple Married Nearly 60 Years Shares The Keys To Relationship Longevity
From One Mom To Another: Healthy Weight Loss In School-Aged Children
Are You Lonely In Your Relationship?
BOOK REVIEW: Brand New Me – Complemented, Completed and Whole: A Guide For Singles and Couples to Grow From Within
Representation Matters (An essay)
How To Write A Love Letter: 60+ Ideas & Examples
Armenia: Embassy Yerevan champions democracy in the Caucasus
Why You Need Urban Intellectuals’ Black History Flashcards In Your Educational At-Home Toolkit
Why You Need Urban Intellectuals Black History Flashcards In Your Educational At-Home Toolkit
FROM AI TO SELF DRIVING CARS, THE FUTURE OF TRAVEL IS TECHNOLOGY
From One Mom to Another: When Is The Right Time to Have “The Talk” With Your Child?
From One Mom To Another: Coming Out To Your Children Later In Life
From One Mom To Another: How and When To Tell Your Child They Are Adopted
From One Mom To Another: How To Move The Family Forward After Infidelity
BEYOND PYRAMIDS & PHARAOHS | EGYPT OFF-THE-BEATEN-PATH
Beyond The Pyramids & Pharoahs | Egypt Off The Beaten Path
From One Mom To Another: 5 Signs You Family Is Experiencing Too Much Stress
From One Mom To Another: How To Deal With The “Terrible Twos”
From One Mom To Another: When Should I Have Sex Again After Giving Birth?
TOP 5 WHEELCHAIR READY TRAVEL DESTINATIONS
From One Mom To Another: Is Staying In A Loveless Marriage For The Kids Ever The “Right” Thing To Do?
From One Mom To Another: What To Do If Your Child Hits You
HIDDEN GEMS| 4 OFF THE BEATEN PATH MEXICAN DESTINATIONS
From One Mom To Another: How To Cope When Your Child Comes Between You And Your Partner
Get Connected | 4 Locations To Help Quiet a Restless Spirit
Want “More” For Your Child? Meet Sawyer
Oh, The Air Up There | Mountaineering, Is It For You?
From One Mom to Another: How To Keep Your Child On Track and Avoid The Academic Summer “Slide”
Top 5 Countries For White Water Rafting
Culture, Couture, Clothing, and Community | Meet Some DC Black Love Experience Vendors
The Ring of Fire | What You Need To Know Before You Go
From One Mom to Another, 4 Ways to Avoid The Over-Commitment Exhaustion Trap
The Elders | Four World Cultures That Celebrate Aging and Why We Should Too
Dating After Divorce Or Being Widowed
From One Step-Mom To Another: How To Manage The Two Biggest Hurdles Of Blended Families
How To Travel With Kids Without Losing Your Mind
The Elders | 4 World Cultures that Celebrate Aging and Why We Should Too
Interview – The Emissary – Lia Miller
Foreign Policy Leadership Should Reflect Our Diversity
4 Ways To Spend Quality Time With Your Kids Without Electronics
Struggling to connect with your children? Are electronics getting in the way of bonding? This can help!
Off The Beaten Path Japan | Five Travel Destinations You Should Explore
Not A Polyglot? 6 Reasons Travelers Should Level Up Their Language Skills
IT’S OKAY TO TAKE TIME FOR YOURSELF
It’s Okay to Take Time for Yourself | Some Strategies for Balance in 2019
Words from Past Clients
As the Editor-in-Chief of Griots Republic, I hire nearly 120 various writers each year and as you can imagine, I also read a lot of content. You can always decipher between writers who write to simply get a check and those who are passionate about their craft. Lia, thankfully, belongs to the latter. Lia writes to inspire, to teach, and take you on a journey and we are blessed that she chose our publication to share her skills.
DAVITA MCKELVEY
Executive Director/Editor in Chief www.GriotsRepublic.com
Working with Lia was a fantastic experience for Go RVing. She’s passionate about trying out new travel experiences and conveyed that in her stories and social media posts. She provided us with everything we needed – without having to ask!
Christy Hamilton
Fire it Up, PR on behalf of Go RVing
It was truly a pleasure to have Lia as a writer for our website. She is an excellent writer with a
passion for uplifting our community via her sound relationship advice and her love for travel.
Ronnie Tyler
Cofounder BlackandMarriedwithKids.com
Lia is an amazing speaker! It was a joy having her as one of our speakers for LEARN SHIFT GROW this year. She has a way of captivating an audience and did an exceptional job of keeping our ladies engaged. Her diverse background and experience made her the perfect choice to speak with working moms who are focused on living well. Lia brought a practical approach to handling life and equipped moms with strategies that will help them reach their wellness goals. If you are looking for a dynamic speaker who can energize a room and add value to your audience, Lia would be a fantastic choice for your next event!
Vida Bratton
CEO and Blogger at Healthy Curves Rock
Lia is an experienced professional traveler. I recommend her for writing and speaking
opportunities related to travel, culture, and current events.
Arlett Hartie
Blogger, Social Media Influencer, Owner and Joy Strategist
ChasingJoy.com
Lia was an exceptionally thoughtful addition to GovLoop’s 15th round of the Featured Contributor program. She contributed consistently and provided personal and professional insights about working in the federal government. Her articles frequently attracted the most page views and shares each week and she was always ready to share thoughts on making the program even better.
It has been a sincere pleasure getting to know and work with Lia.
Francesca Ukaeliofo
Former Director of the Featured Contributors Program
GovLoop.com
Lia Miller is a dynamic and engaging speaker who will leave your audience feeling inspired. As a speaker at my “Learn Shift Grow” wellness conference for working moms, Lia shared her professional expertise, amazing insight, and personal experiences to demonstrate how women can have it all, jut not at the same time. She was able to authentically connect with so many attendees, and her positive energy contributed to an amazing event. Lia openly shared experiences that helped us all feel empowered and determined to create a life that brings us joy. I would be honored to have her speak at any future event.
Martine Foreman
Educator, Lifestyle Expert, Certified Health Coach, Speaker, Digital Influencer, Writer,and Creator of Learn Shift Grow – A Working Mom’s Wellness Event
STACEY FERGUSON
Multicultural + Influencer Marketing Leader; Entrepreneurship Strategist; Attorney; Partnerships + Sponsorships Expert
Thank you so much Ms. Lia Miller, you were an outstanding panelist, and I am so grateful that Ms. Jade Fulce referred you for the panel. Your insight, experiences, and framework added exceptionally to our topic of global engagement. I aspire to be as insightful and knowledgeable as you one day. I look forward to staying connected! Thank you Ms. Jade Fulce for connecting us, she’s amazing!
Kalaya Sibley
I’m glad Syracuse University students had an opportunity to experience the greatness of Lia Miller! She’s a phenomenal leader and global communicator!
#ForeverOrange 🧡🍊
Jade Fulce,
Global Communicator/Community Engagement & Media Expert,
Office of the Secretary of Defense
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