Juliana’s journey is one of resilience and transformation. From her early life in Colombia to becoming a passionate advocate for DFV prevention in Australia, she has dedicated her life to empowering women, especially those from culturally and linguistically diverse (CALD) backgrounds. Juliana’s personal experience in a domestic violence relationship fueled her passion for social advocacy, which now drives her work in both the community and policy spaces.

Juliana is a Domestic Violence Advocate committed to create a world without Domestic and Family Violence Workplace Program Manager - Challenge DV Beyond DV Advocate

Join us as Juliana shares her incredible story, from her migrant experience to her mission to create safer communities for women and families. Her talk will inspire, empower, and encourage others to never give up on their dreams, no matter how challenging life may get.

Join us on the premier launch of our show, The Grit Diaries: From Grit to Grace, with your hosts, Mon and Mazz!

On our very first episode, we have the privilege of sitting down with the amazing Anne Gately - Stage IV Melanoma survivor, passionate advocate for sun and skin safety, and changing the way us Aussies view our relationship with the glorified Bronzed Aussie image. Australia is the capital for skin cancer. I am a nurse so I see the effects of Melanoma almost daily, it is truly devastating.

Anne, author of "Sunburnt", Speaker, advocate for Sun Safety, and featured in the Documentary "Conquering Skin Cancer", released in November 2024 is a passionate leader in the education space that is turning the tide on Melanoma rates.

In our conversation, Anne unpacks her childhood beach lifestyle, her diagnosis, gruelling treatment and incredible road back to remission, and what's important to her now.

Enjoy our first episode, here on The Grit Diaries!

Anne's socials and links:

Website: https://www.annegately.com.au/

Purchase the book: https://www.annegately.com.au/collections/sunburnt-collection

The film: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt33477058/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/annegately_author/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/anne-gately/

Introducing Grit Diaries: from Grit to Grace – a brand new podcast from Kintsugi Heroes.

Join your hosts Mon and Mazz as they uncover inspiring stories of local heroes – often unsung, but always extraordinary. These are stories of tenacity, resilience, and the grace that emerges through life’s toughest challenges.

Each fortnight, you’ll hear from remarkable individuals who’ve overcome obstacles, made a difference, and embody the true Aussie pioneering spirit.

The first episode drops Tuesday 24 September on all Kintsugi Heroes platforms, with new episodes every second Wednesday.