In this episode you will hear about Broken to Brilliant's HEART program - Healing Equine Art Resilience Therapy.  HEART is held in a natural bush setting at The Therapy Pod in Tallebudgera Valley and the program was designed to promote safety & connection for domestic violence and abuse survivors and their children.  In this episode Tracey, HEART facilitator and equine psychotherapist chats with two HEART participants about their experiences with the animals and moments of joy. Liam interviews the HEART program facilitators: Tracey is an Equine Assisted Therapist, Trauma Informed Psychotherapist and Counsellor. Lylle is a volunteer horticulturist assisting with animal handling. Amber a child support worker who volunteers Jane owner of the Therapy Pod & a neurodivergent therapist (counsellor/psychotherapist) We are very thankful that the 2022 HEART Program was funded by the CommBank Staff Foundation. Broken to Brilliant is an Australian not-for-profit charity founded by domestic violence survivors to mentor fellow survivors to recover, heal and rebuild their lives after escaping abuse.  We know how hard it is, having lived through the trauma of abuse and travelled the long road to recovery. Therefore, we founded the charity to provide hope and strategies to other survivors to make their journey a little bit easier.  Thanks to Sound Engineer Chris McCallum known as Soundo for our Podcast training. Thank you to Joanne Helder a Radio, Podcast & Communications Professional for podcast training  Thank you to the Queensland Community Foundation for the grant for the podcast equipment and podcast training.  Thank you to Karen Jacobsen our Patron and voice for the intros and outros.   #Healing, #Art Therapy, #DV-ART, #Domestic Violence Survivors #HEART    

In this session, Netta chats with Margaret and Kate chat about how proud Broken to Brilliant is to be involved in the Misogyny project. This podcast was recorded the day the Directors and domestic violence survivors recorded their section for the Misogyny project. Our hope is that this project will bring new awareness to the community to help reduce misogyny, discrimination, and abuse.  On October 9th, 2012, Australia’s first and so far, only female Prime Minister The Hon. Julia Gillard AC delivered a speech with a message that reverberated around the world addressing misogyny and sexism. Her words carried the power of a long history of women experiencing a lesser standing in our world. Our International Patron, International Songwriter, Concert Artist and Professional Speaker Karen Jacobsen was so inspired by Julia's message of equality that she set this iconic speech to music, word for word, with permission.  To commemorate the 10th anniversary of the Speech, the song BETTER STANDARD THAN THIS was released on Saturday, October 1st, 2022. The Music Video is a vibrant presentation of the song with 70 equality advocates from around the world taking part, lip sync-ing lines of the song. Live To learn more about this Misogyny project here are some of the news articles and interviews:  Women's Agenda   Women Trends  In the Cove Canberra Weekly  3AW

In this session, you will hear from Kerry, Kate and thrivers sharing their experiences of art therapy. Broken to Brilliant held our two-day DV-ART program that is held over a two-week period. DV-ART is an acronym for domestic violence amazing resilient thrivers – because that is exactly what survivors of abuse are - amazing resilient thrivers! Charity Founding Director Kate Smith spoke with Kerry Tuck who explained how art therapy helps domestic violence survivors heal and how being creative gives survivors a voice by using symbolism and metaphors. There was an interesting development between art therapy days and Kerry explains something that happened which she learned from a police phone call. Some of the participants also took up the invitation to share their experiences of why they decided to join the DV-ART program and how they felt about the program in this podcast. Participants were excited to be involved in the program and a mother and daughter were able to attend together – they share how the art has helped them to let go. Susanne shared that her voice had been shut down and through art therapy, she felt she now had a voice. The process provided a lot more depth than expected and helped survivors step outside their comfort zone. Participants share how the DV-ART program is a valuable tool to help survivors to heal after abuse. Karen Jacobsen, our International Patron and the Australian voice in Siri welcomes and thanks you for listening.  Broken to Brilliant is an Australian not-for-profit charity that domestic violence survivors founded to support fellow survivors to rebuild their lives after abuse.  We know how hard it is, having lived through the trauma of abuse and travelled the long road to recovery. Therefore, we founded the charity to provide hope and strategies to other survivors to make their journey a little bit easier.  Thanks to Sound Engineer Chris McCallum known as Soundo for our Podcast training. Thank you to Joanne Helder a Radio, Podcast & Communications Professional for podcast training  Thank you to the Queensland Community Foundation for the grant for the podcast equipment and podcast training. 

In this podcast, Margaret and Andrea Directors of Broken to Brilliant discuss the focus of Broken to Brilliant's programs, who can attend and what types of programs the Charity offers.  They discuss our survivor-led support programs, such as DV-ART  HEART Steps to Rebuild your Life online education program, Support walk Give a book  Financial Superwomen Survivor to Thriver mentoring program   Author program - books  Andrea is a Founding Director of Broken to Brilliant and Op Shop Director who volunteers her time to the Charity. Margaret is a Director of Broken to Brilliant who volunteers her time to focus on governance, and fundraising especially through plant sales at the Geebung Op. Karen Jacobsen, our International Patron and the Australian voice in Siri welcomes and thanks you for listening.  Broken to Brilliant is an Australian not-for-profit charity that domestic violence survivors founded to support fellow survivors to rebuild their lives after abuse.  We know how hard it is, having lived through the trauma of abuse and travelled the long road to recovery. Therefore, we founded the charity to provide hope and strategies to other survivors to make their journey a little bit easier.     

Netta, a freelance journalist, a Broken to Brilliant published author, public speaker and anti-domestic violence advocate interviews Fiona Ware about her work to prevent bullying and domestic violence. In this podcast, they talk about how Fiona became involved with the Charity Broken to Brilliant, the HEART program which helps domestic violence survivors heal and Fiona’s children’s book which aims to help prevent bullying and ultimately domestic violence. Fiona Ware is a Children’s author, Community Consultant, Program Facilitator and Arts Therapist. about her work in preventing domestic violence through her books and anti-bullying program. Fiona has published two books and another book is being written and illustrated now: Charming Charlie and the Spectacular Sophia  Sophia and Charlie and the In-Betweens Fiona is on a mission to prevent domestic violence & help survivors heal. Thanks to Sound Engineer Chris McCallum known as Soundo for our Podcast training...  Photo  -Left to Right: Chris, Netta and Fiona. 

The Charity Broken to Brilliant has been founded by domestic violence survivors to mentor fellow survivors helping them to create a new chapter in their lives. In this episode you will hear from the Charity patron and singer song writer, Karen Jacobsen who shares how and why she supports domestic violence survivors. This episode focuses on why would domestic violence survivors and charity supporters want to learn how to podcast? This is the first time the group are learning to use the Rode Professional Podcasting equipment Chris McCallum, known in the audio industry as Soundo helped the group of ten be able to share with you why they have given up their Sunday to attend podcast training and how they will use podcasting to help survivors to rebuild their lives.  Listen in as you hear inspiring, and heart felt reasons why they group gave up their Sunday sleep in to pay it forward. This podcast training was made possible due to the generous support from the Queensland Community Foundation Organisational Capacity Building Grant which assists charities to develop their skills for improved community outcomes. 

Thanks, Sam Stewart and Pebble in the Pond podcast that hopes to create a ripple of change for mental health. Sam invited Linda and Kate to be interviewed, as lived experience speakers for domestic violence for the Charity Broken to Brilliant. When escaping domestic violence, survivors can be faced with many challenges, including needing to establish financial independence and find safe housing. Two women committed to empowering survivors are guests on Pebble in the Pond. Tune in to hear Sam chat with Kate and Linda, how Broken to Brilliant was formed, its success, and future plans. Hosted by the Australian & New Zealand Mental Health Association, we are committed to progressing the understanding of mental health for the benefit for all.

Lisa Lockland-Bell is a vocal coach, mentor, ambassador, author, singer, podcaster, survivor, overachiever and the creator of The Woman's Voice, which is a space for you to land, deep dive, learn and practice how to access all aspects of your voice.  In the Woman's Voice #6 Lisa sits down with Kate Crowley Smith - Founding Director of Broken to Brilliant, a Charity whose mission is domestic violence survivors mentoring fellow survivors who are creating a new chapter in their lives. Broken to Brilliant help victims who have safely left the abusive relationship and are out of the crisis. Their programs and services empower, provide hope and practical tools to guide survivors in their journey to create a new chapter in their lives. Kate and Lisa talk survival, endurance, tenacity and THE PRACTICE of what it takes to move on in life after surviving the trauma of domestic violence. Kate believes in lifelong learning and is driven to address unmet needs in our community and change lives. For more support in developing a confident strong competitive edge with your voice, why not check out The Woman's Voice and Lisa's creative programs: thewomansvoice.com.au Thanks to Voice Straw who are the official sponsor of this episode voicestraw.com.au

Stories from domestic violence survivors about how you can overcome adversity, recalculate and create a new chapter in your life. Be inspired by Jamie's story of why she has shared her story of  strength and success and achievement since leaving the abusive relationship. This is the the final episode on our first High Tea podcast helping fellow domestic violence survivors rebuild their lives.  Recorded at Broken to Brilliant's Christmas in July High Tea 

Stories from domestic violence survivors about how you can overcome adversity, recalculate and create a new chapter in your life. Be inspired by Eliza's story of why she has shared her story of  strength and success and achievement since leaving the abusive relationship. This is the 4th of 5 stories in this series helping fellow domestic violence survivors rebuild their lives.  Recorded at Broken to Brilliant's Christmas in July High Tea  Photo by Tom Blackout on Unsplash