Video - Advocates for Change - Meet Kianna
Like many women in Australia, Kianna has experienced family violence and sexual assault. She has also been to prison.
Kianna has joined the Advocates for Change program because she believes that women who have survived violence do have a voice. She believes that they can come together and create change for all victim-survivors.
Kianna is doing a series of videos to answer some of the thoughts and concerns you may have before joining us in advocacy.
You are not alone. Your experiences matter. You have the right to feel safe, to be supported.
Video - Will bringing up my story be triggering?
If you are a victim-survivor of family violence and have been to prison, our advocacy program is for you!
We understand that you may have some questions or concerns about becoming an advocate. You are not alone.
In this video, Kianna explores her first question – Will brining up her story be triggering/ Will she feel alone and isolated?
Video - How much of my story will I have to share?
If you are a victim-survivor of family violence and have been to prison, our advocacy program is for you!
We understand that you may have some questions or concerns about becoming an advocate. You are not alone.
In this video, Kianna talks about how much you will have to share as an advocate to end gender-based violence.
Video - What about confidentiality and privacy?
If you are a victim-survivor of family violence and have been to prison, our advocacy program is for you!
We understand that you may have some questions or concerns about becoming an advocate. You are not alone.
In this video, Kianna talks about how you have the choice to reveal or conceal your identity. We are guided by you.
Video - What if sharing my story pulls me back into a life I've left behind?
If you are a victim-survivor of family violence and have been to prison, our advocacy program is for you!
We understand that you may have some questions or concerns about becoming an advocate. You are not alone.
In this video, Kianna addresses a concern she has had, “What if sharing my story with the world leads me back to a lifestyle I have overcome such as going back to prison or active addiction?”
Video - What if I am blamed, judged or criticised?
If you are a victim-survivor of family violence and have been to prison, our advocacy program is for you!
We understand that you may have some questions or concerns about becoming an advocate. You are not alone.
In this video, Kianna talks about her concerns around being blamed for the abuse she endured, and being judged and criticised for speaking up.
Video - Will telling my story make a difference?
If you are a victim-survivor of family violence and have been to prison, our advocacy program is for you!
We understand that you may have some questions or concerns about becoming an advocate. You are not alone.
In this video, Kianna discusses how sharing your story will make a difference.