Host: Jude DiMeglio TrangGuest: Julie Nunn
Description:Julie Nunn, a survivor of multiple sexual assaults, joins Jude to share her powerful story of pain, resilience, and healing. From the trauma of her teenage years to her decades-long battle with PTSD, anxiety, and shame, Julie opens up about her journey toward finding her voice. She reflects on the silence that surrounds sexual assault, the importance and need of support and compassion, and her ongoing work as an advocate for survivors.
We talk about:
· Julie’s experiences of assault and the lifelong effects of trauma
· Why many survivors remain silent and the fear of not being believed
· The role of therapy, family support, and faith in her healing process
· Her advocacy work with Operation Safe House and survivor kits
· The value of online communities and safe spaces for survivors
· The need and importance of compassion, empathy, and giving survivors a voice
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Music Credit:Gabe Kubanda / Damn Plans (Instrumental) © 2021 Kubanda Music
Engineer:Ray Ingegneri, Third Street Productions, Tucson, AZ