TRIGGER WARNING - THIS PODCAST CONTAINS THE STORIES & EXPERIENCES OF THOSE WITH LIVED EXPERIENCES OF GENDER-BASED VIOLENCE. CONTENT MAY BE TRIGGERING. Welcome to "Conversations with my Sisters' Keepers," dedicated to normalizing the trauma recovery experience of survivors of complex trauma and gender-based violence (GBV). We bring awareness, share stories, and promote healing-centered conversations for lived experience professionals and allies in the gender-based violence and recovery sector ...
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Danielle Churly (Part 1): Turning Trauma into Advocacy
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27:09Send us a text What if you could reshape your understanding of trauma recovery? Join us as we sit down with Danielle Churley, a seasoned survivor advocate with nearly a decade in the anti-human trafficking and gender-based violence fields. Danielle opens up about her personal journey through the cyclical nature of trauma recovery, emphasizing the i…
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Michelle Faye's Journey: Healing, Advocacy, and Political Aspirations (Part 2)
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56:58Send us a text Welcome to Conversations with My Sisters' Keepers, the podcast where we bring awareness, share stories, and promote healing-centered conversations for lived experience professionals and allies in the gender-based violence and recovery sectors. I'm Shamin Brown, and together, we’ll explore strategies, resources, and insights to suppor…
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When the System Fails: Michelle Faye's Fight for Justice and Change (Part 1)
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46:29Send us a text Michelle Faye, a domestic violence survivor and candidate for the Australian House of Representatives, shares her powerful story of surviving 17 years of abuse and transforming that experience into advocacy for systemic change. She speaks candidly about her journey from being trapped in coercive control to becoming a passionate advoc…
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Healing Beyond Trauma with Dr. Lauren Casey (Part 2)
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33:34Send us a text The episode emphasizes the transformative journey of survivor leaders and the importance of adopting a healing-centered approach. Dr. Lauren Casey shares her experiences, advocating for community support, the empowerment of survivor voices, and the ongoing nature of recovery. • Discussion of the need for a healing-centered focus in r…
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Dina Unger (Part 2) Empowering Survivors: Self-Worth, Self-Care, and the Strength of Support Systems
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30:38Send us a text Can self-worth exist beyond productivity? Join us for an intimate conversation with Dina Unger, the executive CEO and co-founder of Even For, who bravely shares her journey through recovery and self-care. Dina opens up about the profound challenges survivors encounter when seeking support and how essential genuine listening is for th…
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Dina Unger (Part 1) Her Path to Innovation Within the Counter Trafficking Movement
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32:36Send us a text What if technology could be a lifeline for survivors of trafficking? This episode features an eye-opening conversation with Dina, a dedicated advocate who has turned her own harrowing experiences into a mission of hope and support. We explore her tireless work with Even For One, a nonprofit she founded to empower trafficking survivor…
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Dr. Lauren Casey: Rethinking Healing for Sex Workers (Part 1)
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38:50Send us a text This episode explores the complexities of recovery for survivors of the sex industry, emphasizing the importance of lived experiences and challenging the stigma surrounding healing processes. Dr. Lauren Casey shares insights into the intersections of mental health, identity, and community support while advocating for survivor-led ini…
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Dr Celia Williamson: Transformative Journeys in Empowerment, Recovery, and Global Leadership (Part 2)
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1:07:17Send us a text Join us for an insightful episode where we promise you'll uncover the transformative power of lived experiences in the fight against human trafficking. We're thrilled to have Dr. Celia Williamson, a luminary in the anti-trafficking movement, sharing her profound journey from establishing Ohio's first anti-trafficking program to leadi…
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Dr. Celia Williamson: Empowering Change (Part 1)
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1:04:39Send us a text Join us as we sit down with Dr. Celia Williamson, a pivotal force in the anti-human trafficking arena, as she invites us into a world where healing and empowerment go hand in hand. Dr. Williamson dismantles the stigma surrounding survivors and champions the necessity for authentic, survivor-led initiatives. Her insights into the Cana…
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