Amanda is a sovereign Yorta Yorta woman, and a survivor of incestuous Infant sexual abuse, domestic, family and sexual violence and 16 years in the Independent Fundamentalist Baptist cult.

Throughout her life, Schyler has faced and witnessed numerous forms of abuse and neglect. As a child, she navigated significant challenges and often fell through the cracks of a system designed to protect her. By the age of 15, she was fleeing domestic violence, only to encounter further trauma at the hands of a predator.

Inspired by the bravery of Survivors telling their stories within the frame of the Royal Commission into Institutional Responses to Child Sexual Abuse, she disclosed her experience of grooming and sexual assault in gymnastics to police who were trained in Whole Story methodology.

Police worked steadily to investigate and eventually convict the perpetrator who was sentenced to six years prison. Since this time, she has contributed to various inquiries, reviews, and journals with a focus on Survivor voice, redress, and the investigation process in abuse contexts.

She is currently contracted to the Federal Attorney-General Department’s National Office for Child Safety as a national strategy advisory group sport sector representative and undertaking a doctorate in law, studying child safe policies.

In her spare time, she advocates for those who have suffered harm and seek justice in the sport sector. She is the co-founder of Athlete Rights Australia www.athleterightsaustralia.org and conducts awareness-raising campaigns on issues arising from this work. 

Kathleen Walsh is a survivor of child sex abuse and fierce campaigner against institutional child sexual abuse. She is dedicated to supporting, seeking accountability and fighting for justice for all survivors of childhood trauma.

Nicole is a victim-survivor of Malka Leifer. She is committed to raising awareness of the impact of sexual abuse, of female perpetrators and the need for supporting survivors both in and out of the community.

A teacher educator for more than 30 years. A survivor of CSA in a government school setting. He told his story to ABC news.

As part of a group of survivors, he spoke out and advocated for survivors of CSA in government schools, which has lead to the formation of the current Victorian Board of Inquiry into abuse at Beaumaris PS and certain other government schools.

Clare is CEO of In Good Faith Foundation (IGFF), and a founder of National Survivors Day. Day to day, she assists individuals, families, and communities with their journeys to justice for over 10 years. She has extensive consultative experience providing written and verbal testimony to both State and Federal Government Inquiries, legislative and policy reviews, organisational restructuring, and child safe standards.

Richard’s long-term advocacy over the last 15 years demonstrates his outstanding commitment to advocating on behalf of survivors. In choosing to share his story as a survivor across all avenues of media, Richard has empowered many others to speak out. His public relations, media communications and political lobbying background has assisted in many successful campaigns for survivor justice and institutional reform. Contributing to the Survivor community over many years, Richard has also worked to establish a Memorial at Xavier College.

From her earliest days, Evie has been intimately acquainted with the harrowing realities of domestic violence and sexual assault. Yet, far from allowing herself to be defined by victimhood, she has emerged as a fierce advocate and tireless champion for Survivors everywhere.

Anna Coutts-Trotter (she/her) is a survivor-advocate based on Gadigal Land. Anna experienced domestic and sexual violence as a young person. With this lived experience, the 22-year-old co-founded and is an inaugural director of The Survivor Hub (TSH).

He is an award-winning activist and co-founder of the acclaimed ‘YourReference Ain't Relevant' campaign.

After being sexually abused by his stepmother from the ages of 13 to 16, Harrison has become driven by his personal experiences and is dedicated to reforming Australia's legal system for Survivors.

For years he carried the weight of this secret in silence but now, his tireless activism fuels legislative reform and spotlights Survivor-led initiatives, showcasing resilience and determination in pursuit of justice and healing.

His extraordinary journey has been a beacon of hope for countless individuals and his unwavering commitment inspires a safer world for all.

As a mother, sister and a Victim Survivor (VS), Alyssa is passionate about sharing her story to raise awareness of Child Sexual Abuse, and the ongoing generational impacts it has.

She is committed to breaking down the stigmas and ensuring that every survivor has access to the support and community they need. Recognising she was one of a horrifyingly large number of Adult CSA Survivors living in silence, Alyssa decided to speak up, share her story and address the abuse she was subjected to.

She did this to hold her perpetrator to account via the legal system and with the hope that it may show other victim survivors that they too are not alone. Despite the fact that a conviction was incredibly unlikely Alyssa bravely stepped up and spoke up.

Time passing, did not however, diminish the impact of the abuse suffered, or the knowledge that her abuser had not been held accountable for their actions. Alyssa’s desire to seek justice and hold her abuser accountable took years. Despite the odds, Alyssa obtained a conviction against her abuser. 

She is determined to use her lived experience to help educate others on the dangers of grooming and use her platform to remind/inform other potential victims that they are not alone and they deserve/have a right to be safe!

She firmly believes that Child Safety is everyone’s responsibility and we need to normalise conversations of potential harmful behaviours and ensure we are informed of how to respond appropriately to disclosures to ensure children feel safe to speak.

Chief Operating Officer for IGFF, and Chair of the National Advisory Committee for NSD, Joe is a key Director of the team’s Advocacy efforts.

In his professional capacity, Joe utilises his skills to advocate for Survivors of abuse. As Chief of Operations for National Charity IGFF (In Good Faith Foundation) supporting victims of sexual abuse, Joe works both at a local and international level to provide expert consultation on child safety and justice.

Currently Chair and co-founder of National Survivors’ Day, Joe is focused on creating a safer future for our community and giving a genuine voice to those in need. 

Joe also has deep ties to the community as a local cricket club president and executive member of the Ferntree Gully and District Cricket Association (FTGDCA).

Joe is a founder and league coordinator of the first FTGDCA Senior Women’s program in the area. Raising his family in Ferntree Gully, Joe understands the importance of a strong community, and is the Vice President of Kent Park Primary School Council.

Together we can create the change we wish to see and the future our amazing community deserves.

Megan has been the driving force behind National Survivors’ Day since it’s inception in 2022.

Megan serves as the National Coordinator for National Survivors’ Day, and three years of experience at IGFF as a Communications and Special Projects Officer.

And what could be more special, than a day that commemorates and recognises the courage and journeys of Survivors of Sexual Assault and Institutional Abuse, their Supporters, and whistle-blowers across Australia.

She is a dedicated community activist and a former Deputy Mayor of Maribyrnong (GoDogs!), Megan champions grassroots engagement with a deep passion for uniting communities.

Fluent in the language of three football codes, she stands firm with those striving for a greater good, always driven by a commitment to what is best for everyone.