We have another kind of “me too” movement on our hands. This conversation with Eunice Brownlee blew my mind as she shared her personal experience with domestic abuse and the inequities often found in the family court system. It is enough to experience abuse at the hands of another; but to endure additional pain inflicted by the very system meant to arbitrate justice and provide protection? Disheartening.

BUT conversations like this one change things! Eunice explains the often missed distinctions between domestic violence and domestic abuse - and that information holds the power to liberate many more of us.

I gained an expanded perspective that allows me to contribute to meaningful solutions instead of looking away and simply assuming “it’s all ok” (that’s code for hoping I never have to deal with it myself). This convo is an opportunity to witness another person’s story - thus, delivering more hopeful perspective that invites change instead of preserving the status quo.

*A loving warning about our content, this episode references acts of domestic violence and homicide within families. Please take care in listening.

Guest Bio:

Eunice Brownlee has spent her life telling stories across many mediums. As a multi-passionate creative, she’s used photography, marketing, writing, and public speaking to connect her message to the world. Because the heart of building community begins with sharing stories, Eunice uses her stories to connect, heal, and inspire change. Eunice spends time teaching others the craft of story in her speaking and writing practice. She has coached speakers in telling their stories with WomanSpeak and TEDxFolsom. Eunice’s writing has been published in Jennifer Magazine, Motherscope, and Spoken Black Girl, to name a few. When she’s not doing any of the above, she can be found seeking her next passport stamp and drinking wine.

website: www.eunicebrownlee.com

Instagram: @eunicebrownlee

LinkedIn: @eunicebrownlee

Resources mentioned on this episode:

The Callisto Vault is a platform providing cutting-edge technology that protects and empowers survivors, while increasing the likelihood that repeated perpetrators will be detected and held accountable. 

Jess Michaels TEDxFolsom talk

Know My Name,  A memoir by Chanel Miller

Unbelievable -  a true crime drama based on real life stories found on Netflix

About Jen Oliver:

I believe in conversation, connection, and community. I create platforms where we can share stories and information. I LOVE to hold space for people who want to elevate and amplify their truest voice. If you want to explore the ways you can work with me, let's connect!

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About Jen Oliver:

I pursue and create environments where we converse on the REAL stuff that changes us. I’m designed to bring others on my personal journey with honest admissions to help us all transform - that’s my sweetspot and I speak, lead, and write from that space.

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