Vicky's Story is sadly not unique in PNG.
Behind her radiant smile lay the hidden scars of Domestic Violence, inflicted at the hands of her own husband.
With little to no help, Vicky struggled in her journey as a newly married young woman, suffering at the hands of her aggressive husband. Reporting to the police fell on deaf ears as a result of her "soldier" husband's connections within the police force.
Vicky has bravely chosen to share her story to highlight not only how prevalent this is among the culture in PNG, but also to encourage other women in her community that there is hope.
Remaining in hiding, Vicky continues to cling to her faith.
She is an advocate who has discovered her own voice and hopes her courage to speak out, will encourage other women to remain strong. Her greatest hope is that her words will spark a transformative change and help foster a brighter future for every woman suffering in Papua New Guinea, so they can get to a place where they feel safe and respected in their own home.
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Our community of survivors is here for you. Please know this… “You’re not alone in your pain, and, you have the ability to rise above the tragedy life has placed upon you.”
Jennifer B
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