Hope After Homelessness: Liyana Dhamirah’s Story

Trigger warning: This episode contains discussions of sexual assault that some listeners may find distressing. You can skip from 20:51 to 26:56 if you wish to avoid this part.In this powerful episode of The Brown Box, we sit down with activist, author, and entrepreneur Liyana Dhamirah. Through her extraordinary journey, she shares how life’s challenges can be a catalyst for healing and advocacy.We explore:• Childhood memories shaped by poverty, an absent father, and a home that didn’t look like the ones on TV• How dance felt like freedom - but also brought unwanted attention and led to abuse• Early pregnancy, being forced into marriage, an unfaithful husband• Her experience living in a tent on Sembawang Beach while pregnant• The stigma surrounding single mothers and homelessness in Singapore• Her healing journey through inner healing and entrepreneurship• What inspired her to write Homeless, run for political office, and co-found a financial literacy initiativeLiyana's story is one of hope and her message will stay with you long after the episode ends. Listen now for an unforgettable story of loss, motherly love, and the strength to choose joy - even in the darkest moments.🎧 Available on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and wherever you get your podcasts. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.