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Abuse and Looking at Safety Positive
Abuse and Looking at Safety Positive
Abuse and Looking at Safety Positive
Friday 17th May 2024
Join Amy Wilson on 'Blindsight' as she shares her journey and mission to redefine personal safety for the blind community through Safety Positive Foundation.
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Get the buttons here!Redefining Safety: Amy Wilson's Mission for the Blind Community
Episode Overview
- Discover how Safety Positive Foundation is redefining personal safety education for the blind community
- Learn about Amy Wilson's personal journey overcoming abuse and trauma
- Explore the importance of psychological safety in empowering individuals
- Understand the range of training options offered by Safety Positive Foundation
- Reflect on the need for proactive safety measures and continual self-advocacy
We are going to arm ourselves with the right training and information to protect ourselves. The ultimate tool that anybody has got to build is your mind, your knowledge, your skills.
What does personal safety mean for the blind community? In this eye-opening episode of 'Blindsight', Amy Wilson, founder of the Safety Positive Foundation, shares her deeply personal journey through abuse and how it fueled her mission to create a safer world for the blind. Amy doesn't just talk about safety; she lives and breathes it, offering practical training like verbal craft techniques and pepper spray usage, all tailored to the needs of the blind.
She also teases an upcoming program, Able Arts, which promises to further empower individuals. This episode isn't just about physical safety; it's about psychological safety too. Amy emphasizes the importance of mental wellbeing as a cornerstone for overall protection. Through candid discussions and practical advice, she challenges misconceptions and empowers the blind community to advocate for themselves. Whether you're part of the blind community or someone looking to understand more about personal safety, this episode is a must-listen.
It’s a heartfelt conversation that sheds light on the crucial need for accessible safety resources and training.