Get ready for Victory - Over Slavery Gala 2025, 13 September 2025, at One Hope Baptist Church Geelong. 2024 AWI Gala has landed What An Amazing Effort! Over $ 14,000 was donated to A21. Hello, my name is Peta Soorkia and I am the founder of A Woman of Influence (AWI) We had a great time on 14th September for our 2024 AWI gala at the fantastic venue One Hope Centre in … [Read more...]
Life Life Fearlessly Forward – Rosanna Palmer,
Live Life Fearlessly: Embracing Change and Finding Strength in Faith Life is full of changes, and they will continue to happen. During these times, we must live life fearlessly and stay strong. The Bible says, "Fear not, for I am with you." This reminder assures us that God is with us through all the changes. We are not alone on this journey. His love takes us to a higher place. The … [Read more...]
A Woman Of Influence – The Vision – Rosanna Palmer
A Woman Of Influence - The Vision Empowering Women to Make a Difference If you're listening to this, you are a woman of influence. Gifted with abilities to impact the world. Endowed with unique abilities poised to catalyze meaningful change on a global scale. A Call to Action Christine Kane's talk on human trafficking spurred me into action. As a singer and musician, I felt … [Read more...]
Through Faith Building for Better – Rosanna Palmer
Through Faith Building for Better - Rosanna Palmer In life, we face many storms and tough times. Yet, with faith, we can find our way through. Jesus has delivered me from many challenges, setting my feet on solid ground. When I called on His name, He answered, transforming my life. This experience reminds me that we are not limited by our circumstances. Instead, how we respond to these challenges … [Read more...]
Ending Child Marriage: Empowering Girls for a Brighter Future
Child marriage remains a deeply concerning issue in many parts of the world, posing a grave threat to the health, well-being, and future prospects of young girls. Despite significant progress in recent years, this harmful practice continues to persist, denying girls their fundamental rights and perpetuating cycles of poverty, violence, and discrimination. In this article, we will explore the … [Read more...]
Slavery & Coercion in Plain Sight
Unveiling the Dark Dynamics of The Unfree & Duped Slavery, a word etched in history, carries a profound weight, but its contemporary manifestations often hide behind subtler veils. Exploitation may not be as overt as historical slavery, but today's forms of slavery and coercion are in Plain Sight and they persist in insidious ways. The Unfree in Modern Times In the 21st century, the term … [Read more...]
Preventing Child Exploitation Recognizing Grooming’s Dark Art
Grooming: What is grooming in the context of preventing child exploitation? Preventing child exploitation by combating "Grooming". In the context of child exploitation "Grooming" refers to a series of manipulative actions and behaviours that an adult or older person uses to establish a trusting and emotional connection with a child or minor with the intent of engaging in sexual abuse or … [Read more...]
Protect Against Coercion: How To Do It
Protecting oneself from coercion is essential for maintaining personal autonomy and well-being. Here are some steps and strategies individuals can use to protect themselves from coercion: Awareness Awareness is the first step in protecting oneself from coercion. Be mindful of the signs and tactics of psychological coercion, as mentioned in the previous response. Recognizing manipulation early is … [Read more...]
Slavery & Coercion: The Dark Dynamics of The Unfree & Duped
Slavery: What are the effects of slavery on modern society? The effects of slavery and coercion on modern society are profound and complex. Slavery has left a lasting impact on various aspects of contemporary life, and it continues to shape social, economic, and cultural dynamics in many parts of the world. Some of the key effects of slavery on modern society include Racial and Ethnic … [Read more...]
2023 AWI Gala What A Great Effort!
2024 AWI Gala has ended 2023 AWI Gala What a great time we had on 9th September for our 2023 AWI gala at the fantastic venue One Hope Baptist Church in Highton, Geelong. Hello, Peta here from the A Woman of Influence (AWI) team, We had fun, we danced, we laughed, and I think we cried at times and were personally impacted by the reality and shocking crimes against humanity – human … [Read more...]