Turning Pain into Purpose: Our Survivors Speak Workshop

About this episode

Michelle Giorno shares her journey from survivor to advocate and discusses the importance of storytelling in healing.

In this episode of the Voice2Change podcast by Jane Doe No More, Jocelyn Maminta welcomes Michelle Giorno to share her journey from survivor to advocate. Michelle recounts the terrifying night of her assault in her own home, the challenges that followed, and the nonlinear process of healing. She talks about the significance of survivor's sharing their story and how the Jane Doe No More's Survivors Speak workshop has helped her gain confidence and clarity in speaking about her experience. Michelle also offers advice to those considering sharing their own story. If you would like to learn more about Jane Doe No More's Survivors Speak program go here .Michelle Giorno is a survivor, educator, and an active member of the Jane Doe No More Survivors Speak team since 2015. Michelle found purpose in using her voice to inspire and empower others, raise awareness about sexual abuse and assault, and advocate for healing. Topics Discussed: The journey of healing and personal growth How to start telling your story The role and importance of therapy Healing as an ongoing journey JDNM's Survivor Speak program The impact of speaking at schools Everyone is worthy of healing and forgiveness Your…

People in this episode

Host: Jocelyn Maminta

Guest: Michelle Giorno

Topics covered

• survivor advocacy
• healing journey
• storytelling
• therapy
• empowerment
• sexual abuse awareness

Keywords

• survivor
• advocate
• healing
• Jane Doe No More
• Survivors Speak
• storytelling
• empowerment

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Jane Doe No More

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