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Michelle Faye, a domestic violence survivor and candidate for the Australian House of Representatives, shares her powerful story of surviving 17 years of abuse and transforming that experience into advocacy for systemic change. She speaks candidly about her journey from being trapped in coercive control to becoming a passionate advocate for other survivors.

• Experiencing gradual escalation from subtle controlling behaviors to life-threatening violence
• Facing post-separation abuse including surveillance, stalking, and threats
• Encountering repeated failures from police and support services meant to protect survivors
• Dealing with the impact of trauma responses years after escaping the relationship
• Launching "The System" campaign to highlight survivors' stories and advocate for meaningful change
• Reclaiming personal identity and overcoming fears that were instilled through years of conditioning
• Transforming lived experience into political action by running for Parliament
• Championing the value of lived experience leadership alongside academic knowledge

If you've been impacted by domestic violence, please reach out to support services in your area. Remember that your story matters, and you are not alone in your journey.

Welcome to Conversations with My Sisters' Keepers, the podcast where we bring awareness, share stories, and promote healing-centered conversations for lived experience professionals and allies in the gender-based violence and recovery sectors.

I'm Shamin Brown, and together, we’ll explore strategies, resources, and insights to support wellness, recovery, and leadership. Join us as we challenge stigma, celebrate autonomy, and normalize the healing journey.

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