My speaking engagements focus on my personal experience of rape and the aftermath including details of the rape kit, the investigation, and the justice system. It is not very often professionals in the field get to hear full-circle what happens to a victim from their perspective, and I offer that as an expert based on my own experiences. My goal is to break the silence around sexual violence, educate the community, and empower both survivors and professionals in the field.

I also speak about what it means and feels like to reclaim your body, voice, and power. While many survivors share heartbreaking accounts of being failed by the system, I strive to empower victims that post-traumatic growth is possible. 

My assault has been presented as a case study by myself, the investigators, and prosecutor from my case, so I have a PowerPoint that goes with my presentation that will include the 911 call, photos of evidence, and specific charges listed. I am able to gear my presentation toward whatever audience I present to. However, my overall mission is to foster hope, connection, and change, leaving audiences informed, empowered, and ready to stand alongside survivors. 

MY EXPERIENCE. MY MESSAGE.