Jas Rawlinson — Australian Domestic Violence Speaker & Survivor
Engaging, heartfelt, & authentic…
Jas Rawlinson is an award-winning women’s empowerment and domestic violence speaker/survivor, who specializes in conversations around coercive control, resilience, and boundary-setting for teens and communities.
Endorsed and booked by major names such as National Center on Sexual Exploitation (USA), TEDx Brisbane, Royal Flying Doctors, and Kevin Hines, Jas is often sought out for her natural ability to break through stigmatized social issues, and transform shame into strength.
She is based in Brisbane, Australia, and travels internationally.
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"Jas is so inspiring and to have her as our keynote speaker is amazing."
Jayne Clowes - CEO of Carrie’s Place Domestic Violence Service
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“Jas has such a way of telling stories...Through her life experience vignettes, I learned so much more about sexual exploitation and abuse, and how they intersect with many other social issues; and I say that as someone who works on these issues full-time!"
Dawn Hawkins, CEO of National Center on Sexual Exploitation
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“Eye-opening...A strong voice on topics that people struggle to speak about. Jas is a great storyteller who has a wealth of knowledge and first-hand experience with issues like domestic violence, mental health, and resilience."
Sam Webb – Co-Founder of LIVIN, Actor & Reality TV Contestant (Survivor)
Watch Jas Speak
From keynotes and summits, to podcasts and TV, Jas Rawlinson will leave your audience emboldened to transform adversity into advocacy & shame into strength.
Work with Jas
Looking for an inspiring female keynote speaker for your event?
Reach out today to speak about how Jas can support your company or conference through her signature talk:
Shame to Strength - a Personal Journey of Transforming Trauma into Triumph
Through a powerful blend of lived-experience storytelling and research, Jas Rawlinson will educate, motivate, and empower your team to:
recognise the red flags of emotional abuse/coercive control, and why domestic violence is not always physical
gain clarity on the steps that victim-survivors can take to find support
understand the bystander effect (what it is and how to respond)
be clear on how to take safe/appropriate action against domestic violence (whether it's occurring in the workplace or public)
Nonfiction writing workshops for trauma survivors
Are you a domestic/sexual violence support service, looking for a unique way to support your team and clients with their personal growth?
Join with Jas Rawlinson (award-winning author, speaker, and advocate for women and girls) for her signature workshop: ‘Your Story is Your Superpower - Re-writing shame into strength, and adversity into advocacy.’
In this 4 hour workshop, participants will:
learn what makes their personal story powerful, and why the best stories often come from ‘imperfect’ writers
understand how to balance vulnerability with self-care
know their options for safely sharing their story with friends vs the media
receive guidance from Jas to begin writing their story, in an easy-to-follow format
create new and beautiful connections with other survivors in the room
“Jas made something that could be really difficult, complex and sensitive, really simple.
“Her guidance and advice were fantastic, and we walked away with terrific tips that will help us begin writing our stories in a way that’s meaningful and relevant to us. It was powerful.” Jo, Lead advocate for a Brisbane-based, domestic violence support group
Praise and Endorsements
“The whole room listened so intently you could have heard a pin drop.”
The day of her talk happened to be the morning after the murder-suicide of Hannah Clarke and her 3 children…you could have heard a pin drop. If you want to hear stories firsthand about domestic violence [awareness and prevention] then Jas is your speaker.”
DOUG HARGREAVES (AM)
“Incredibly valuable tools.”
“Thank you for your wonderful workshop yesterday – it was an incredibly rewarding, inspiring and valuable experience. I wish you all the best in your endeavors to empower women and others to tell their story.”
SOPHIE WHEELER — Lake Macquarie Safety Action Meeting Coordinator, Newcastle Women’s Domestic Violence Court Advocacy Service
“A strong and inspiring force in this world.
Having known Jas since I was a teenager, I can say with full credibility that she is a strong and inspiring force in this world, who is passionate about giving a voice to those who often don't have one. It was my pleasure to be part of [the ‘Reasons to Live: One More Day, Every Day’ series]. Everyone needs to read this book!
MICHAEL CROSSLAND — Global Speaker, Executive Coach & International Best-Selling Author of ‘Kids Don’t Get Cancer’
“Inspiring, well-presented, and informative.”
I love the concept of ‘telling your story’ through writing — not only is it healing for the person, but it can be a lifeline [and promote] support and healing for people around the world. It was obvious throughout the workshop that ‘telling our story’ gives hope to others…
The workshop was fabulous. It was wonderful to hear about your journey and where you are today, you are very inspiring.”
THERESE — Senior Practitioner at Carrie’s Place Domestic Violence and Homelessness Service
“Powerful, motivating, moving.”
Jas, you’re doing amazing work. Thank you so much for being here with us at the Hope Rising 2020 summit. We greatly appreciate your time and wish you all the best in the world.”
KEVIN HINES – Global suicide prevention speaker, award-winning documentary filmmaker & author
Topics Jas can speak on:
Sexual assault and domestic violence recovery
Coercive control, gaslighting and love-bombing
Human trafficking & the red flags of sexual exploitation in the beauty industry
Resilience and mental health
“A true professional.”
“We were fortunate enough to have Jas in the house to host a Book Writing Workshop recently, and to also speak as part of a Special Event.
A true professional, Jas’ story of persistence and resilience provided inspiration and motivation to all attendees at the speaking engagement, and gave workshoppers the skills and tools to get them started on their self-publishing journey - from someone who has the lived experience."
COURTNEY TUNE – Founder of Alt Collective
“Every single person in attendance expressed the relevance and necessity for Jas' session.”
“The awardees expressed a deep appreciation for Jas' open dialogue of typically taboo topics. She broached the topic in a sensitive manner that created a safe space for those attending and allowed for open discussion.”
PARRIS SMITH – Rotary Youth Leadership Awards