NAASCA ORG
NAASCA ORG
Stop Child Abuse Now (SCAN) - 3110
Stop Child Abuse Now (SCAN) - 3110
Stop Child Abuse Now (SCAN) - 3110
Saturday 4th February 2023
Hear Chisara Okehi's inspiring journey from childhood trauma to mental health advocacy on 'Stop Child Abuse Now'.
90 minutes
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Healing from Sexual Trauma
Recovery from Trauma
Healing Relationships
Sobriety Success Stories
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Get the buttons here!Chisara Okehi: From Kidnapping to Advocacy - A Journey of Healing
I am here to educate, empower and encourage others to heal from childhood trauma.
What happens when a childhood marked by trauma becomes the driving force behind a life dedicated to helping others? This episode of 'Stop Child Abuse Now' introduces Chisara Okehi, a social worker and author from Fairfield, California, whose life story is as inspiring as it is harrowing. Kidnapped from Nigeria and brought to the US by her mentally ill mother, Chisara faced unimaginable challenges. Her family's stigmatization and society's neglect of her mother's mental illness only compounded the trauma.
But instead of being defeated by her past, Chisara transformed her experiences into a mission to educate and advocate for those who suffer in silence. Through her book 'I Need Help', she sheds light on the struggles of growing up with a parent battling untreated mental illness and calls for open discussions within Nigerian and African American communities. As a Child Protection Investigator, Chisara works tirelessly to protect abused and neglected children, promoting love, compassion, and understanding.
In this episode, she talks about the importance of seeking professional help, breaking the stigma around mental illness, and the power of self-care. Whether you're a survivor, know someone who is, or are interested in mental health advocacy, Chisara's story offers valuable insights and hope for healing.