Breaking the Silence: Sexual Assault Thriver turned Advocate and Activist with Leah Forney

In this episode Leah Forney opens up about her journey from being a sexual assault survivor to becoming a powerful advocate and the founder of the Save Me movement. She shares the challenges she faced, the turning points in her healing, and how she found the strength to speak up and help others. With a decade dedicated to advocating for sexual violence survivors, Leah’s focus now extends to partnering with school districts aiming to revolutionize learning environments, making them safe, inclusive, and empowering for every student, teacher, and staff member.Key Takeaways:The Power of Storytelling: Leah emphasizes the transformative power of survivors sharing their stories as a catalyst for personal and collective healing.Organizational Revitalization: The evolution of Save Me showcases the importance of adapting and growing to better address the needs of survivors and advocate for systemic change.Legislative Engagement: Leah’s advocacy work highlights the importance of engaging with policymakers to bring about systemic improvements in addressing sexual assault cases.Leah Forney’s journey is a testament to resilience, strength, and the profound impact one person can have in the fight against sexual assault. Thank you for joining us on this episode of Milestone Moments. Stay tuned for more stories of triumph and transformation.Milestone Moments in Business & Leadership is more than just a podcast; it’s a resource designed to empower women entrepreneurs and business owners. We provide the tools and support you need to achieve work-life balance and thrive in your business.Stay connected!Sign up for Milestone Insights: Weekly insights delivered to your inboxConnect with me on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sheilaslick/Follow me on X (formerly Twitter): https://x.com/sheilaslickSubscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@fivemilestonesFor more information, please visit our websites. Sheila Slick: https://sheilaslick.comFive Milestones: https://fivemilestones.com/show/