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  • Toni TV | MICHELLE SLEIGHT | Empowered Survivor of Sexual Assault

Toni TV | MICHELLE SLEIGHT | Empowered Survivor of Sexual Assault

Wednesday 13th April 2022

Join Michelle Sleight on 'Toni TV' as she shares her journey from victimhood to empowerment, advocating for change in sexual assault culture.
56 minutes

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Michelle Sleight: From Trauma to Triumph

What does it take to transform unimaginable pain into a force for good? In this gripping episode of 'Toni TV', Michelle Sleight shares her harrowing yet inspiring journey. Michelle endured six rapes and one sexual assault starting at the tender age of five. She faced a work-related injury that left her in permanent pain, was stalked, and even lost loved ones to domestic murder.
Yet, through all this, she found a way to rise above her trauma and become an advocate for change. When Michelle heard about a 17-year-old girl in Europe who was allowed to die because she couldn’t cope with the trauma of sexual assault, it shattered her heart. This moment became a turning point for Michelle, compelling her to share her story and insights.
In 1997, she set a legal precedent around sexual assault, and in 2010, she disarmed a sexual predator by refusing to act like a victim. Her book, 'Insight Up Close and Personal Profile of Sexual Assault', aims to help communities identify sexual predators and better respond to trauma. Michelle’s story is not just about survival; it’s about empowerment. She now dedicates her life to helping others break free from the chains of their own trauma.
Whether you're dealing with your own painful experiences or supporting someone who is, Michelle’s insights offer a beacon of hope. Tune in to hear how she turned her darkest moments into a mission to change the culture around sexual assault.