Vincent Shin, a member of the Commission’s Lived Experience Advisory Council, legal professional, and survivor of childhood family violence, opens up about his experiences and the motivation behind his advocacy. Vincent shares his insights on the need for better support systems for young people facing family violence, the impact of intergenerational trauma, and how we can break the cycle. His personal journey of overcoming adversity serves are inspiring for those looking to create real change – both for themselves, and in ending family violence.

If you need support, you can contact 1800RESPECT Australia on 1800 737 732, or visit www.1800respect.org.au For specialised Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander support, call 13YARN on 13 92 76, or visit www.13yarn.org.au Men can also contact the Men’s Referral Service on 1300 766 491, or visit www.ntv.org.au In an emergency, call 000.

Commissioner Micaela Cronin speaks with Sophie Cusworth, CEO of Women with Disabilities Australia, about her ambitions for a safer, more inclusive future. Sophie discusses how her lived experience as a woman with multiple disabilities fuels her advocacy, and why addressing the safety of people with disability is key to ending gender-based violence. This episode highlights the importance of empowering those most impacted to lead change.

If you need support, you can contact 1800RESPECT Australia on 1800 737 732, or visit www.1800respect.org.au For specialised Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander support, call 13YARN on 13 92 76, or visit www.13yarn.org.au Men can also contact the Men’s Referral Service on 1300 766 491, or visit www.ntv.org.au In an emergency, call 000.

In this episode of Voices Towards 2050, Micaela Cronin speaks with Yumi Lee, lifelong peace and women's rights advocate, and CEO of the Older Women’s Network NSW. Yumi reflects on her global journey from rural Japan and Malaysia to grassroots work in Vietnam and Australia, shedding light on the human cost of gender-based violence and the structural changes needed to end it. This is an inspiring conversation about dignity, justice, and rebuilding systems with care at their core.

If you need support, you can contact 1800RESPECT Australia on 1800 737 732, or visit www.1800respect.org.au For specialised Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander support, call 13YARN on 13 92 76, or visit www.13yarn.org.au Men can also contact the Men’s Referral Service on 1300 766 491, or visit www.ntv.org.au In an emergency, call 000.

Grace Tame – powerful survivor advocate, 2021 Australian of the Year and more – joins Micaela Cronin to discuss a shared vision for ending child sexual abuse and gender-based violence. Grace sheds light on the deep societal misunderstandings around grooming, the long-term impacts of trauma, and why prevention must be prioritised. This is a deeply motivating conversation about the work to be done for today’s children as well as for the future.

If you need support, you can contact 1800RESPECT Australia on 1800 737 732, or visit www.1800respect.org.au For specialised Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander support, call 13YARN on 13 92 76, or visit www.13yarn.org.au Men can also contact the Men’s Referral Service on 1300 766 491, or visit www.ntv.org.au In an emergency, call 000.

Commissioner Micaela Cronin is joined by Kyllie Cripps, a renowned Aboriginal researcher and expert in family violence, for this episode. Kyllie discusses her vision for 2050 – a future where safety is a universal right, gender justice is embedded in every aspect of society, and communities lead the way in healing and transformation. Through her unique lens, Kyllie envisions a society where sovereignty and self-determination are the cornerstones of a violence-free future.

If you need support, you can contact 1800RESPECT Australia on 1800 737 732, or visit www.1800respect.org.au For specialised Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander support, call 13YARN on 13 92 76, or visit www.13yarn.org.au Men can also contact the Men’s Referral Service on 1300 766 491, or visit www.ntv.org.au

Dr Zac Seidler, a leader in the field of men’s mental health, discusses the importance of seeing men as a part of ending gender-based violence. He emphasises the significance of emotional literacy for men, system-wide collaboration, and a hopeful vision for 2050 that sees healthier masculinities and safer communities.

If you need support, you can contact 1800RESPECT Australia on 1800 737 732, or visit www.1800respect.org.au For specialised Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander support, call 13YARN on 13 92 76, or visit www.13yarn.org.au Men can also contact the Men’s Referral Service on 1300 766 491, or visit www.ntv.org.au In an emergency, call 000.

Join Aunty Muriel Bamblett as she reflects on the work we need to do today to create a safer, more equitable Australia by 2050. She discusses systemic barriers, the importance of Aboriginal women’s leadership, and the need to educate young people about respect and healthy relationships. Aunty Muriel offers both wisdom and hope for meaningful, long-term change. If you need support, you can contact 1800RESPECT Australia on 1800 737 732, or visit www.1800respect.org.au For specialised Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander support, call 13YARN on 13 92 76, or visit www.13yarn.org.au Men can also contact the Men’s Referral Service on 1300 766 491, or visit www.ntv.org.au In an emergency, call 000.

Conor Pall, Deputy Chair of the Victorian Victim Survivors Advisory Council, speaks with Commissioner Micaela Cronin about growing up with family violence, the heavy hope of advocacy, and his vision for 2050. He discusses the urgent need for dedicated services that treat children and young people as victim-survivors in their own right, and the importance of moving towards genuine partnerships. This episode is a moving call to action for a safer, more responsive future built with and for young people.

If you need support, you can contact 1800RESPECT Australia on 1800 737 732, or visit www.1800respect.org.au For specialised Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander support, call 13YARN on 13 92 76, or visit www.13yarn.org.au Men can also contact the Men’s Referral Service on 1300 766 491, or visit www.ntv.org.au In an emergency, call 000.