Blog Archives
Finding Grace
There are times when I am asked what the greatest privilege afforded to me as a published author has been. Always a tricky question because I don’t really see myself as an author with a book, but more an individual with a story I am sharing for a greater purpose. In a recent interaction I had with a woman who has contacted me several times now after reading my book, I sat back and realised I am finally able to answer that question.
Continue reading
Posted in Uncategorized
Tagged #authors #writers #memoir #inspiration #shame #sexualabuse, #carriebailee, #CSA, #grace, #humanrights #humanrightsviolation #compassion #hope #love #gratitude #forgiveness #sexualabuse, #inspirational, #socialworker, #support, #traffickingrings, adversity, asylum
5 Comments
A Canadian Refugee’s Reunion with the Woman Who Helped Secure Her Freedom
According to the Australian Parliamentary Library, in 1998, the year I applied for refugee status, there were 8257 protection visa applications lodged. Of that number, only 1834 were granted – 985 at the primary decision stage and 741 following review … Continue reading
Posted in Uncategorized
Tagged asylum, exploitation, Melinda Tankard Reist, prostitution, Refugees, violence against women, World Vision
8 Comments
