Episode 26 : Ending the Silence on Sexual Violence

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In this powerful and deeply personal episode of Growing Tall Poppies, host Dr Nat Green sits down with Jenny Steadman, an inspiring and courageous survivor, of childhood sexual violence. A speaker, and advocate who has turned her personal experiences of trauma into a mission to support others and dedicated her life to ending the silence on sexual violence.
Jenny is a company director, leadership consultant, mother, wife, keynote speaker, and meditation teacher. She founded the Wisdom of Survivors project, and is also the co national director of Potential Project Australia, a global company on a mission to create a more human world of work.
Key Highlights:

• Healing Through Personal Development and Connection: Jenny delves into the various ways she sought healing, including counselling, personal development courses, and journalling and emphasises the transformative power of connection.
• Impact of Street Harassment: Jenny recounts her time living in London for 3 years, where she faced relentless street harassment that left her constantly feeling unsafe and on high alert. She describes how these often-dismissed encounters profoundly affected her sense of safety in the world.
• The Decision to Speak Up: Jenny shares her decision to report her abuser to the police nearly 40 years after the assault occurred. She reflects on the emotional journey of being believed and supported by law enforcement, acknowledging how this validation played a crucial role in her moving forward.
• The Legal Journey and Its Challenges: Jenny provides insights into the lengthy legal process, from reporting the crime to the eventual trial, navigating the waiting periods, and dealing with the uncertainty of court delays. The guilty verdict provided a sense of closure and validation for her voice.
• Honouring the Past and Moving Forward: Jenny talks about the deep sense of honouring her younger self by speaking up and ensuring that her pain was not ignored. She reflects on how this has empowered her to help prevent similar experiences for others.

Connect with Jenny:

• Website : www.jennysteadman.com.au
• www.wisdomofsurvivors.com
• LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jenny-steadman/
• Dance for Daniel Keynote Speech (Link to be added)
• TEDx Talk (Link to be added once available)

Call to Action: Support the Daniel Morcombe Foundation and their vital work by participating in their events or donating. https://danielmorcombe.com.au/
Together, let’s end the silence and foster a safer, more supportive world.

• Resources Mentioned:
  • Ione Wells’ TEDx Talk on sexual violence and harassment.
  • Book: Misogynation by Laura Bates

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Intro and Outro music: Inspired Ambient by Playsound.
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