Manjula Sularia explores a difficult truth: for many survivors, the stigma that follows their trauma hurts more than the incident itself. She highlights how judgment, silence, and social bias imprison victims long after the event. Her talk calls for a cultural shift from scrutiny to safe spaces, from shame to support. Through insight and empathy, she reveals how collective compassion can help survivors reclaim dignity, voice, and healing. Life Skills trainer, Social Entrepreneur, POCSO & POSH Trainer. She i ...

Key Issue - Domestic violence affects one in three women in the United States annually [2] - In Lebec, Texas, over 45,500 domestic violence reports were filed in a single year, with the actual number likely higher [3] - The current system often fails survivors by focusing on logistics and limitations rather than listening and providing immediate support [6][7] Proposed Solutions - Prevention through self-defense lessons to empower young girls and teach them their worth [12] - Intervention with mentors and psychologists to help young women recognize manipulation [12] - Empowerment through creating a movement where no woman feels invisible or silenced [13] - Shift focus from post-abuse support to pre-emptive measures, preventing abuse before it occurs [10][14] Call to Action - Encourage teaching young people to recognize abuse and empowering them to speak up [11] - Advocate for impactful action on the front end of abuse to prevent young girls and women from becoming victims [19] - Promote the idea of love as a revolution against silence, creating opportunities for protection and breaking the cycle of abuse [15]