In this powerful episode of The BoricuaBC2 Show, host Bill Cancel is joined by Hanna Senko, an advocate and survivor of sexual assault, to discuss her incredible journey of fighting for justice and reform. Hanna shares her personal story of survival, how she used her background in corporate governance, compliance, and project management to become a catalyst for change in the fight against sexual assault. The conversation highlights her experience with a four-year legal battle against the city of Austin, Texas, and how she and other survivors sought accountability and systemic change. Hanna’s story is one of resilience, community, and the drive for social justice.
Hanna Senko is a survivor, advocate, and change-maker, best known for her role in leading efforts to reform how sexual assault cases are handled in Austin, Texas. After a successful career in corporate governance and project management, Hanna left the corporate world to focus on sexual assault reform. Her journey began with a personal tragedy but evolved into a movement of justice that involved survivors and activists working together to demand systemic change. She is now a key figure in the movement for sexual assault survivors' rights and is working to change the way both law enforcement and legal systems handle such cases.
Expect to Learn
Hanna's personal story of overcoming sexual assault and how it motivated her to fight for reform.The challenges faced by survivors of sexual assault when navigating the justice system.How Hanna used her project management skills from the corporate world to drive change in law enforcement and DA’s offices.Insights into the lawsuit filed against the city of Austin and the Travis County District Attorney’s office.Why men need to take a more active role in fighting sexual violence and supporting survivors.The powerful role of apologies and accountability in healing and justice.How Hanna is working toward broader societal change and how others can contribute to the cause.
Episode Breakdown with Timestamps
[00:00] - Introduction to Hanna Senko[02:36] - The Fight for Justice: A Four-Year Journey[05:16] - The Importance of Community and Advocacy.[07:57] - Is the System Broken?[11:53] - Encountering Cultural Issues[18:05] - Gender Dynamics and the Failure to Report[21:15] - The “Talent” or “Style” that got Hanna Through[23:46] - Failing as a Nation.[28:14] - Why Men Fail to Support[36:13] - Hearing the word “I’m sorry”[42:14] - Final Thoughts: Continuing the Fight for Justice
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