Trigger Warning:
Please note, this episode contains discussions of sexual violence, suicide, conversion therapy, self-harm, and other mature and potentially distressing themes. Listener discretion is heavily advised.

In this deeply impactful episode, Celene Beth sits down with Zachary Mallory, a survivor, speaker, and change maker who’s turning pain into purpose. Zachary (he/they) is a survivor of domestic gun violence, sexual violence, and conversion therapy. Today, they’re using their story as a powerful tool for advocacy, influencing national policy and creating safe spaces for others to rise above trauma.

As the Founder of the Rise Above Justice Movement, Zachary leads a growing grassroots network amplifying survivor voices and pushing for meaningful reform. With over 80,000 followers on Instagram and over 15 years of experience in activism, they’ve earned national recognition, including the Spirit of Matthew Award, the HALO Effect, and the mPower Award.

This episode dives into resilience, justice, and how lived experience can drive real, lasting change. Don’t miss this raw and inspiring conversation with Zachary & Celene Beth!

Rise Above Justice Movement: https://www.instagram.com/riseabovejusticemovement/

Support Resources:

• RAINN (Sexual Assault): 1-800-656-4673 | rainn.org

• 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline: Call or text 988 | 988lifeline.org

• The Trevor Project (LGBTQ+ Youth): 1-866-488-7386 | Text “START” to 678-678 | thetrevorproject.org

• Trans Lifeline: 1-877-565-8860 | translifeline.org

• National Domestic Violence Hotline: 1-800-799-7233 | Text “START” to 88788 | thehotline.org

• Born Perfect (Conversion Therapy Resources): nclrights.org/bornperfect

• Self-Injury Outreach & Support: sioutreach.org