The SHE Word

In Malta 1 in 3 women will experience intimate partner violence.

Let that sink in for a second, because if you haven't personally experienced intimate partner violence or domestic violence, then there is a good chance that someone you love has.

Tragically Domestic Violence becomes a topic for discussion when femicide hits the headlines, but the truth is that victims are all around us, regardless of age, background, social status, colour, nationality.

In Malta statistics show a 20% increase in the cases of domestic violence from 2020, but sadly because domestic violence carries so much shame and secrecy we know that most cases go unreported and the victims suffer in silence.

In this OUTSTANDING show, three brave and courageous women share their journeys and experiences.

Elaine Compagno is General Manager at the incredible Women for Women Foundation, Elaine has also been the manager of SOAR - a survivor-led service that works towards enabling survivors of violence.

Sefora Aquilina is the amazingly inspirational influencer who most will know by the name 'Diego and Us' on Instagram. Sefora shares her journey with her beautiful family but has also often spoken out about her experiences as a domestic abuse survivor and inspired many other women in doing so.

Rachel Williams is a familiar face, a law student, a full time employee as a customer service specialist, a mum, an outspoken activist and a counsellor in St Pauls Bay, as well as a domestic abuse survivor.

Listen as these bold women explain how they found themselves violently abused by the very person they believed loved them. Understand as they share their thoughts on the dependency trap, and what ultimately lead them to leave. Cheer these women on as they reflect on the beautiful reality of life after abuse. Learn how to support a friend in a domestic violence situation, and if you are personally affected, find out how you can escape and begin a new life without violence.

If you are affected by this topic please reach out for help:

If you are in immediate danger please call the Police: 112

The Domestic Violence Unit Support Line: 179

Anonymous Online Support Line Kellimni: Kellimni.com

Victim Support: +356 2122 8333, [email protected]

SOAR: +356 2180 9011 / +356 2180 8981 / +356 2767 2367

Have you ever said that to yourself? 'I wish I had known that before', 'I wish I had known this when I was younger', 'If only I had known this - it would have saved me so much time and trouble'.

So here to open the Main Season of The SHE Word is a show dedicated to exactly that. Women and 'what I wish I had known'.

SHE Word Founder and Host is joined by three powerhouse women and together these women discuss love, work, careers, relationships, friendships, family, self care and so much more and share life's secrets that many of us don't get to discover until we are older.

Joining Trudy is Robyn Pratt; General Manager of the multi Award-winning Phoenicia Hotel but also a woman with an extraordinary life story, Clare Agius; a household name in Malta, an award winning actress, a television presenter, an events presenter, a producer, a pilot, a mum and a wife, and Prabs (Prabjit Chohan-Patel); second generation British Asian, born in West London to parents from the Punjab. who has made her home and career in Malta

Join this women as they share life experiences and what they have learned, as they laugh and cry over the challenges of life and what they would have wished they had known.

Don't forget to share your own thoughts on what you wish you had known...

In this Women's Health Special in partnership with the Vivian Corp, The SHE Word returns with a topic that is impacting women all over the world, and most of us have an opinion, one way or another - BUT Med-Aesthetics are here to stay. Botox was undoubtedly the number one non-invasive procedure in 2023.

Over 7.4 million people in the US alone are receiving Botox treatments, and globally the Botox market is worth about € FOUR BILLION. As of 2023, the average dermal filler market report estimates the total market value of dermal fillers at € FIVE BILLION globally with a year on year growth estimated at 10%. Whether you are a teenager or an older woman, Botox, Fillers and other beauty related procedures are becoming part of everyday conversation. Whilst Med-Aesthetics can certainly help us slow down the signs of aging, and enhance our facial attributes, Med-Aesthetic also carry risks and responsibility - and this is also part of the discussion in this show.

Sarah Bajada is TV presenter & book author, Sarah is also a mum, healthy lifestyle enthusiast as well as committed to empowering other women who are facing challenges. But Sarah is here on this show as an advocate of Med-Aesthetics. Katrine Agius is a Medical Representative, specialising in Med-Aesthetics and the products and procedures used, working with Vivian Corp to ensure safer Med-Aesthetics in Malta. Dr. Charlene Scicluna is an Aesthetic Doctor and Specialist in Family Medicine at CHIC Med-Aesthetic Clinics.

In this show we look at what Botox and Fillers are, what positive affects they can have for a woman, and what happens when Med-Aesthetics are applied badly, or just too much. We also discuss the fake products that are flooding the market - and what they can do to a woman's face, along with the necessary qualifications administering for these sensitive procedures - and what can go wrong in the hands of the unqualified.

As Med-Aesthetics are here to stay, this show is a MUST for all women, today and for the future.

In this special series on women's health The SHE Word has partnered with the Vivian Corporation to take an in-depth look at the essential health issues women are facing today but are rarely discussed.

In this first show three experts join host Trudy Kerr to breakdown HPV - Human Papillomavirus and the cause and effect of this common virus. Trudy is joined by the widely revered Gynecologist Dr. Chiara Frendo Balzan, the brilliant GU Specialist Dr. Donia Gamoudi and leading Pharmacist Daniela Magro.

HPV is carried by 80% of sexually active women and 90% of sexually active men, and whilst most strains of the virus are harmless, several strains can lead to cancer and other complications. Dealing with the virus is straight forward and painless, and vaccines are now available to prevent contracting the virus, but still today information regarding the virus is relatively little known.

Join a stunned Trudy as her guests blow away the misconceptions of this very common virus and share essential information and knowledge that every woman needs to hear.

Many thanks to the Vivian Corporation for Partnering with The SHE Word for this essential series.

In the second LIVE event podcast four amazing and courageous woman share their powerful stories of challenge, success and overcoming in their own journeys.

Trudy Kerr hosts a brilliant podcast conversation with women from very different backgrounds and view points. The Phoenicia Malta General Manager Robyn Pratt shares her incredible path from the outback of Australia to becoming to the GM of the Mediterranean's best rated hotel. Taryn Mamo Cefai talks about the dynamics of relationships, finding a partner, family pressure to get married and start a family and the mine field of dating. Nakita Attard Vassallo is a 'recovering perfectionist' who has made a career out of simplifying life for Mums of every background. Psychotherapist & Lifestyle Strategist Emma Hogg concludes the event by answering two questions pitched by Trudy: a) what holds women back and b) what can we take home from the event to make change. The amazing audience also contributes to the powerful discussion.

Watch, Listen and use these empowering points in your own life.

At The SHE Word Unlocking Empowerment event on the 25th May, Trudy Kerr hosts two live podcasts with audience participation.

On this first podcast Trudy is joined my W4W Founder Fran Fenech Conti, Influencer Melissa Gatt, TV presenter Sarah Bajada and Actress Maxine Attard.

The lively discussion talks about the things that hold us back as women, as mothers, careers women, women who face the challenges of social media, separation and divorce, and so much more.

Guests in the audience also add their journeys and stories in a powerful and inspiring LIVE edition of The SHE Word - an absolute MUST for every woman.

As part of the powerful event - Unlocking Empowerment on the 25th May, Inspiring International Influencer and Keynote Speaker Danae Mercer Ricci answers Trudy’s questions, and questions for the audience.

Talking about body image, AI Influencers, the impact on women today, and the next generation of young women, Danae also responds to questions about eating disorders, body shame, postpartum and so much more.

Guests share their personal experiences and concerns too.

Listen to this powerful Q&A and take onboard the thoughts and refections of women attending the the event along with Danae and Trudy.

As part of The SHE Word - Unlocking Empowerment event on the 25th May Canadian / Maltese Influencer Lorinda Mamo took to the stage to deliver a powerful Keynote on Empowerment in the face of Adversity.

Lorinda shared the story of her challenges to have a family, her son's health condition which has lead him to have 15 operations before the age of 12, and her own personal battle with breast cancer.

Take time to listen to this 15 minute talk and be truly inspired, in whatever circumstances you find yourself.

On the 25th May 2024, 100 women met at The Phoenicia in Malta for an event called The SHE Word - Unlocking Empowerment.

To open the event, The SHE Word Founder and Host Trudy Kerr shared her thoughts on what the frequently used term 'Empowerment' really means based on her own lived experience: • EMPOWERMENT LIES JUST OUTSIDE OF YOUR COMFORT ZONE

• EMPOWERMENT COMES WHEN WE CREATE A COMMUNITY OF WOMEN

and • EMPOWERMENT COMES WHEN WE EMPOWER OTHER WOMEN

In this 15 minute Keynote, Trudy addresses how we can harness empowerment every single day in the way we live our lives.

Listen and look for the 'Golden Nugget' that will make help you see the opportunities to grasp and embrace empowerment.

At our first-ever The SHE Word Live event, Unlocking Empowerment, it was an honour to have the phenomenal Danae Mercer Ricci deliver a keynote speech that left women inspired and truly empowered. The conversations that women rarely have, but really should, were taken to a whole other level.

Danae, a celebrated body positivity advocate, journalist, and influencer with over two million Instagram followers, shared her inspiring journey overcoming personal challenges and ultimately empowering women around the world.

During her speech, Danae opened up about her struggles with body image and self-acceptance, shedding light on the societal pressures women face. Her powerful narrative of resilience and self-love resonated deeply with the audience, serving as a reminder of the strength within us all, the importance of self-love and compassion, and empowerment.

The SHE Word is committed to building a supportive community where women can share their stories, uplift one another, and unlock their full potential — and this is exactly what happened at our first live event. Danae’s powerful message encourages us all to embrace our unique journeys.

Let’s continue to empower and inspire each other to new heights.