Survivor of Domestic Violence and Sexual Assault

Angela was married to an abuser for years and one of the final beatings resulted in a traumatic brain injury. She has overcome her disability and now works as an advocate. She has experience talking to Abuser Groups about how DV affects everyone in the family and in society. The second topic Angela speaks on is sexual assault of children. Her daughter was sexually assaulted by a family friend they were staying with. Hearing Angela speak as a parent of a child who was assaulted gives new insight into the far-reaching trauma and repercussions of this crime.

"My reason for public speaking is to let people know they are not alone and to educate them on these matters. If I can make a difference with even just one person, then that is what really matters."