Mildred Muhammad

Mildred Muhammad (born 1960s) is an American author, public speaker, domestic violence awareness advocate, and the ex-wife of John Allen Muhammad, the D.C. spree killer.^[1]

Mildred D. Muhammad
Born	Mildred Green 1960
Occupation	Motivational speaker
Years active	2001–present
Spouse	John Allen Muhammad ​ ​ (m. 1988; div. 2001)​
Children	3
Website	mildredmuhammad.com

Marriage to John Allen Muhammad

Mildred was previously married to John Allen Muhammad, and they had three children together: John Muhammad Jr., Salena, and Taalibah. The marriage ended in divorce following instances of domestic abuse.^[2] After their separation, John Allen Muhammad took the children to Antigua without permission, resulting in a lengthy custody battle.^[3]

John Allen Muhammad later became known as the orchestrator of the 2002 Beltway sniper attacks, a series of shootings that occurred in the Washington, D.C., metropolitan area. Investigations and court proceedings revealed that he had planned to kill Mildred as part of his broader actions.^[4][5] These developments brought public attention to her case and highlighted the severe risks associated with domestic violence.^[6]

Advocacy and public speaking

Mildred Muhammad has used her experiences to raise awareness about domestic violence, particularly focusing on the psychological and emotional aspects of abuse.^[7][8] She serves as a certified consultant for the U.S. Department of Justice’s Office for Victims of Crime.^[9] and frequently leads workshops and speaks at events addressing trauma recovery, support for victims, and strategies for preventing abuse.^[10][11][12]

Her story has been featured in various media outlets, including interviews on major news networks and documentaries, shedding light on the intersection of domestic violence and broader societal issues.^{[13][14][15][16]}

Authorship

Mildred Muhammad has authored several books, including:

• ——— (2010). Scared Silent (autobiography). United states: Strebor Books. ISBN 978-1-53469-208-4.
• ——— (2017). I'm Still Standing: Crawling Out of The Darkness Into The Light (autobiography). United states. ISBN 978-1-53469-208-4.{{cite book}}: CS1 maint: location missing publisher (link)
• ——— (2003). A Survivor's Journal: A Journey from Victim to Survivor (autobiography). US: 4th Estate. ISBN 978-1-53-470481-7
• ——— (2006). Planning My Escape: Safety Plan for Victims/Survivors of Domestic Violence (self help). US: ISBN 978-14-9527232-5.
• ——— (2009). Dare To Heal: Journaling the Pain Away (self help). United states: 4th Estate.

Awards and recognition

Mildred Muhammad has received numerous accolades for her work, including awards from advocacy organizations and recognition from government agencies. Her efforts have been pivotal in influencing policies and programs that address the needs of abuse survivors.^[17]

Personal life

Mildred Muhammad lives in the United States and participates in community programs and initiatives focused on prevention and assistance for abuse survivors and supporting victims of domestic violence.^[18]