In today's Voice2Change episode, our host Jocelyn Maminta sits down with Mary Taylor, a survivor who endured childhood sexual abuse at the hands of her grandfather—a truth she held onto for decades. She recounts the long-lasting impact of keeping such a heavy secret for so long, her journey through healing, and what finally empowered her to speak out. Together, they discuss the critical importance of believing and protecting children, recognizing red flags, and maintaining open, honest dialogue within families. This episode serves as a testament to hope, resilience, and the life-changing power of sharing your truth.Mary Taylor is a survivor of childhood sexual abuse and a dedicated member of the Jane Doe No More Survivors Speak team. Having endured years of abuse by her grandfather from the ages of five to fourteen, Mary spent decades carrying the weight of her experience in silence before finding the strength to share her story in adulthood. Through the Jane Doe No More community, she has become a passionate advocate for awareness, prevention, and support for other survivors.

Topics Discussed:

• Childhood abuse from a grandfather
• The long-term impacts of abuse
• Effects of keeping a secret for decades
• The role of therapy in the healing process

• The significance of trust and self-worth after abuse
• Importance of education and awareness for parents
• The positive impact Jane Doe No More had on Mary's healing
• Why it's so important to believe a child
• Identifying red flags in an abuser
• How to talk to children to keep them safe

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Welcome to #Voice2Change, a podcast by Jane Doe No More. In this episode, host Jocelyn Maminta sits down with Chris Culver, who opens up about surviving sexual assault by her own husband. Chris shares her personal journey of betrayal, trauma, and healing after discovering evidence of assault by the person she loved and trusted the most. Through this candid and emotional conversation, Chris discusses the impact this had on her family, the challenges of recognizing and confronting abuse within a marriage, and her ongoing path toward recovery and self-rediscovery. This episode is a powerful testament to survival and resilience.

Chris Culver is a survivor, advocate, and member of the Jane Doe No More Survivor Speak team. After enduring and overcoming sexual assault within her marriage, Chris now dedicates her voice to raising awareness and supporting others on their healing journeys. Her story is one of strength, resilience, and the pursuit of hope.

Topics Discussed:

• Chris Culver's discovery of assault
• Manipulation by her own husband
• Depression, Anger, and an attempt to take her own life
• How sexual assault impacts a family
• Not being believed by the police
• The affects of a crime going unpunished
• Statute of limitations for sexual assault crimes
• The slow process of healing and finding oneself again
• Rebuilding trust within yourself
• Embracing life and new adventure

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Welcome to #Voice2Change, a podcast by Jane Doe No More. In this episode our host Jocelyn Maminta is joined by Jenn Sandholm, a courageous survivor and member of the Jane Doe No More Survivors Speak team. Jenn opens up about her journey—from enduring multiple sexual assaults beginning in childhood, to finding her voice through art, and becoming a conqueror. Jenn shares the importance of reclaiming one’s voice, and the transformative power of sharing your story. Join us for a profoundly moving conversation that sheds light on breaking the silence and finding your voice.

Returning to school later in life as a non-traditional student, Jenn found herself responding to an art assignment rooted in feminist themes. What began as a class project quickly turned into something deeply personal. Her raw experiences and emotions pouring out onto the canvas. The result was a powerful, authentic piece that helped her share her authentic story of abuse.

Topics Discussed:

• How childhood trauma affects someone later life
• Barriers to being believed by authorities as a child
• Developing avoidant coping strategies
• The difficulties of sharing experience of abuse
• How art helped give a voice
• Grooming and doubting ones own voice
• Importance of listening to children
• Acknowledging your own story

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