Michelle Faye on Fighting Domestic Abuse, Police Failings and Family Court Injustice in Australia

Resolute: Zero Tolerance For Domestic Abuse

Michelle Faye from Australia shares her harrowing 20-year experience with domestic violence and her journey from a victim to an activist. Michelle discusses the systemic failures in protecting victims, shedding light on her ongoing battle for safer policies. We delve into her personal story, the importance of raising awareness, and the need for comprehensive change in the approach towards domestic violence globally.

00:00 Introduction and Greetings 01:13 Michelle's Background and Advocacy 01:59 The Beginning of the Abusive Relationship 02:49 Escalation of Abuse and Control 05:04 Attempts to Leave and Seeking Help 06:05 Systemic Failures and Legal Struggles 08:10 Challenges with Law Enforcement and Legal Systems 13:44 Family Court and Continued Abuse 21:39 Global Perspective on Domestic Violence 25:45 Proposed Solutions and Advocacy 48:30 Advocacy and Representation in Parliament 49:25 Challenges in Recognizing Coercive Control 50:36 Educational Initiatives and Public Perception 52:10 Cultural Change and Bystander Programs 52:46 Starting Early: Educating Children on Abuse 55:31 The Flaws in Refuge Systems 57:29 Family Court Failures and Gag Orders 01:04:23 The Need for Oversight and Accountability 01:08:06 Global Perspective on Domestic Violence 01:09:25 The Push for Systemic Change 01:29:56 The Role of Real People in Government 01:32:23 Conclusion and Future Commitment

Visit Michelle's website at michellefaye.com.au

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