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Siobhan Ballan

Siobhan shares her deeply personal story of being sexually abused as a child and the barriers that kept her from telling anyone.

Will you dare to ask if a child is being sexually abused?

Content Advisory: This talk discusses themes of childhood sexual abuse.

Siobhan shares her deeply personal story of being sexually abused by her father as a child and the barriers that kept her from telling anyone. Reflecting on missed opportunities for detection, she offers practical insights on how abuse can be stopped sooner rather than later.

Siobhan is a trailblazer in the fight against child sexual abuse and to empower survivors and professionals alike. Her journey began in 2008 when, at just 17, she courageously shared her story, catalysing earlier disclosures of abuse. Siobhan’s advocacy for mandatory reporting laws and her consultation with the Independent Inquiry into Child Sexual Abuse highlight her relentless pursuit of systemic change. Her work embodies the spirit of lived experience leadership and social entrepreneurship, driving forward-thinking solutions to societal challenges.